Temporary Geotechnician

SSR Mining Inc.•Saskatoon, SK

52d•Onsite

About The Position

JOIN OUR TEAM: poised for growth and delivering excellence in all that we do. We would love to have you join us and be part of the only gold producing facility in Saskatchewan. The Seabee Gold Operation is located about 500km northeast of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in the boreal forest. At SSR Mining, our vision is to deliver sustainable value for all stakeholders through responsible mining. People and the environment are our most important resources, and we are committed to safeguarding them both now and for the future. We recognize the catalyst role our operations can play in local communities and commit to engaging with and investing in local communities and leaving a positive legacy. We do this by implementing the highest standards of sustainability, as well as the necessary plans, procedures, metrics, and targets to meet our commitments every single day. Joining SSR Mining is being part of a diverse team committed to ensuring that safety comes first, an innovative mindset is encouraged, and collaboration is a constant. At SSR Mining – Seabee Gold Operation we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Seabee Gold Operation stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflecting the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Seabee Gold Operation is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers, support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Seabee Gold Operation welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply. SSR Mining – Seabee Gold Operation (SGO) is hiring for a Geotechnician. About Your New Role: Reporting to the Supervisor, Resource Development, the Geotechnician, will be responsible for cutting core as marked by the geologist, place the samples in bags, and mark them for submission to the respective assay laboratory.

Requirements

Physical fitness is a large portion of the job.
Ability to pick up new tasks and techniques quickly.
Ability to record sample inventories and consignments accurately on paper.
Ability to follow directions and safety procedures.
Valid Driver’s License is required.
Ability to fill out daily 5-point safety cards.
Ability to work in noisy, dusty environment with protective equipment worn.
Ability to lift up to 70lbs and occasionally more with assistance of another employee.

Nice To Haves

Previous core cutting experience is an asset.
Previous heavy equipment operation experience an asset.

Responsibilities

Move core to and from the core shacks and cutting shacks (estimated 50-70 lbs per box).
Cutting core samples as marked by the geologist.
Placing the cut segments into labelled bags, respective of the sample tag number.
Recording data on sample quantity per bag to be later entered into an excel database.
Placing core boxes in tidy, organized stacks in the respective core yard.
Creating and stapling core boxes with labels.
Assist geologists with drill program related tasks outside the confines of camp, such as locating drill collars.
Consignment of the cut sample bags for tracking and submission to laboratories.
Maintain a clean working area.
Inspect equipment and inform senior employee if maintenance and/or new tools are required.
Keep inventory of consumables and report to supervisor when supplies are running low.
Assist geologists with core data collection.
Operate heavy equipment to move core and snow as needed (training provided).
May occasionally be asked to assist underground staff (Mine Techs, Geologists, Surveyors etc.) with non-technical tasks.
Any other duties as assigned by the department.