Field Assistant (fixed term) Arctic Bay & Pond Inlet

About Us

At Baffinland, we work and live beyond the Arctic Circle, mining iron ore at our Mary River property. Located in the Qikiqtani Region on Baffin Island, Nunavut, it’s one of the world’s most captivating and seldom seen destinations and we are looking for people ready to share, build, and grow with our company.

We are a unique company with a strong management team. Our leadership team has amassed specialty experience on northern mining projects from community consultation and permitting, through to operation. Our workforce brings together the modern practice of safe, sustainable mining and the enduring value of a traditional culture, which is rapidly advancing. The result is a work and community experience you won't find anywhere else.

Note Only candidates residing in the communities of Arctic Bay and and Pond Inlet will be considered for this posting.

Reporting to the Project Geologist, the Field Assistant (fixed term) works closely with other Field Assistants, Geologists and consultants to conduct geologic investigations and sampling programs. This role will also will provide support to the rest of the Exploration group as needed in the field. This role requires work outdoors, potentially in inclement weather conditions, up to 75% of the time. The job can be physically demanding and it requires walking long distances, lifting of objects up to 50 pounds and helicopter travel. This role will be offered as a fixed term for the exploration season. This is a role on a 3 week in and 3 week out rotation that will involve being out in the field and may also require travel to our Mary River Mine in Nunavut.

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be required.