Newmont Mining

Mountain Safety Technician 1

LocationKitimat, BC
Job TypeFixed term contract

About This Job

Workplace Type: Onsite

Closing Date:

About Newmont

At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization, and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

About Brucejack

Our Brucejack Gold Mine, a high-grade underground mine in beautiful northern British Columbia, is located approximately 65 kilometres north of Stewart. Brucejack is a fly-in/fly-out operation with pick-up points across Western Canada, making it easy for people from different places to join us. We work closely with local First Nations communities including the Nisga’a, Tahltan, Gitanyow, and Gitxsan, to build respectful partnerships and celebrate our shared community.

As a member of the Brucejack family, we put your health, comfort, and safety first. You’ll stay in private rooms with individual washrooms, enjoy balanced meals prepared by our exceptional culinary team, and have access to a 24-hour snack and sandwich bar. We also have plenty of ways for you to relax and stay active, with a gym, fitness classes, a golf simulator, and seasonal activities like snowshoeing and hiking. For creative downtime, our music room is a fully equipped space where you can play or listen to music. Our Brucejack Recreation Committee, run by employees on a volunteer basis, organizes activities and events to make camp life fun and bring people together. The committee also plans holiday decorations, charity raffles, and outdoor events, helping create a warm and friendly community.

Your Impact

As aMountain Safety Technician 1 (Fixed Term), you’ll play a crucial role in keeping our people safe in high-risk mountain environments. Your leadership in avalanche risk management and commitment to safety protocols help ensure our roadways remain open and our teams return home safely.

As Part of Our Team, You Will

Lead daily avalanche forecasting and control operations, including explosive deployment and terrain risk assessments

Mentor team members and model best practices in safe travel, communication, and emergency preparedness
Collect, analyze, and input snow, weather, and avalanche data to support real-time decision-making
Maintain avalanche equipment, signage, and ensure daily advisories are accurate and distributed on schedule
Conduct regular field patrols and site-specific avalanche assessments to identify and mitigate hazards
Facilitate Emergency Response Team training and remain rescue-ready for mountain emergencies
Collaborate with supervisors, departments, and external partners to ensure worker safety in complex alpine environments

Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role

To thrive in this position, you'll need a strong mix of certifications, technical experience, and leadership skills:

Required:

Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA) Operations Level 2 Certification
Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) certification
10+ years as an avalanche technician
OFA Level 3 or 80-hour advanced first aid certification
WSBC Blasting Certification for avalanche control
CAA Avalanche Professional Membership
BC Ministry of Mines Avalanche Blasting Ticket
Minimum ICS 100
Valid driver’s license
Strong mountain travel, physical fitness, and skiing ability
Proven communication and leadership in team settings


Preferred:

Rope rescue or rope access (SPRAT/IRATA) background
GIS, snowcat, or off-trail snowmobile experience


Your Work Environment

Location: Brucejack Mine, fly-in/fly-out access
Rotation: 2 weeks on (13 x 12-hour shifts), 2 travel days, 13 days off
Shifts: Both day and night work required
Conditions: Remote, alpine, high-risk terrain in extreme weather
Support: Private accommodations, on-site amenities, and a safety-first culture
Contract Type: This is a fixed-term position, tentatively scheduled to end in October 2025. This role offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our operations during a key project period!

We are now recruiting for the position of Mountain Safety Technician 1 (Fixed Term) with a competitive hourly wage of $59.22. The offered base salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies, with consideration to internal equity. Bring your expertise to Newmont and be part of a team where safety, skill, and adventure come together. Apply today!

Working Conditions

At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.

The expected salary range for this role is CA$59.22 . This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.

We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!

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