Greenstone Mine – Geological Technician – Level 1

Greenstone Gold Mines L.P. is a 60/40 joint venture partnership between Equinox Gold and Orion Mine Finance Group formed for the purpose of the joint ownership and development of the Greenstone Gold Property including the Greenstone Mine located on a historical mine site in the Geraldton-Beardmore Greenstone belt in Ontario.  The Greenstone Mine is managed directly by a dynamic and experienced Owner’s team, with an estimated $1.5 Billion investment over the three-year construction and commissioning phase, and a 14-year operating life of mine.

Greenstone Mine is seeking a Geological Technician to join our team. Reporting to the Manager, Exploration and Geology, the Geological Technician is responsible for playing an important role in the implementation of RC drilling programs, assisting with grade control and other production activities while ensuring safe operational practices.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Practice safe behaviours, report hazards, incidents, and unsafe situations
• Ensure the timely and accurate collection and submission of RC drilling and blast holes samples to the assay laboratory; liaise with the laboratory
• Assist with installation and pick-up of blast movement monitors
• Assist with delineation of ore/waste boundaries in the field
• Assist with monitoring the material movement to the process plant and stockpiles pad

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Self-motivated and safety conscious
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Experience working around heavy equipment safely is an asset
• Candidates must demonstrate good verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to work independently as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in language of operation – English
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail
• Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

• Minimum of College/CEGEP Certificate or Diploma – Mineral Exploration Techniques, Mining Exploration Techniques, Earth Resources Technician, Mining Engineering Technician, Technologie Minerale (Geologie) or equivalent
• Advanced organizational skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Advanced understanding of sampling procedures and QAQC
• Surveying experience with differential GPS
• Valid Drivers license
• Ability to safely operate a ½ pick-up truck
• Ability to safely lift rock samples and shovel gravel
• Prior experience in an industrial setting is an asset.

LOCATION

• This position will be based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Greenstone Mine provides company transportation from multiple pick-up point locations.

We thank all candidates for their applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Greenstone Gold Mines is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.