Temp Technician, Core Shed (6-month term)

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.

About the Role

As a Technician, Core Shed (6-month term) at our Brucejack operation, you’ll support the geological team by executing safe, accurate, and timely core handling, logging, and sampling procedures. Your work will ensure consistent, high-quality geological data that supports exploration programs and ongoing research. You’ll help maintain an organized, efficient core shed environment that aligns with environmental and data integrity standards.

As Part of Our Team, You Will

- Follow all safety protocols and SOPs while working in the core shed and surrounding areas

- Complete core handling, markup, orientation, cutting, sampling, and geotechnical logging

- Photograph core samples using standardized procedures; archive images linked to geological logs

- Enter core data (e.g., XRF, hyperspectral, density) into databases with a focus on accuracy

- Store, retrieve, and manage core samples according to SOPs and laydown procedures

- Assist with disposal, reuse, and staging of core material while minimizing environmental impact

- Support geologists’ sampling plans and access to archived core for internal/external research

- Communicate clearly with supervisors and team members, and contribute to continuous improvement

Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role

- Proficiency in core handling, geotechnical logging, and geological sampling per SOPs

- Familiarity with sample cataloging, storage, and retrieval using standardized processes

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word for data entry and reporting

- High attention to detail, consistency, and procedural compliance

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills in a team setting

- Ability to follow direction, ask questions, and offer suggestions for process improvements

- Physically able to lift core boxes and work in field environments for extended periods

- Commitment to safety, environmental standards, and team collaboration

Your Work Environment

- Remote camp setting with private accommodations

- Onsite meals, gym, recreation, and entertainment facilities

- Travel allowance and transportation arrangements provided

- Rotational schedule: 13 days on / 13 days off

- Drug & alcohol-free workplace (pre-employment testing required)

The Brucejack team is now recruiting for the position of Temp Technician, Core Sed (6-month term) with a competitive CA$40.00/hour. Apply today!

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$40.00/hour . 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!