Geology Field Technician(12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Description

**Improve the processes of today**
**Define the best practices of tomorrow**

At Côté Gold, we focus on what we contribute, not just what we extract. We believe that in order for prosperity to be sustained, it must be shared, it must support the well-being of our employees and our communities, and it must be achieved with mínimal impact to the environment.

Côté Gold is being developed in partnership with the Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation and Métis Nation of Ontario, Region 3.

The open-pit gold mine is a joint venture between IAMGOLD and Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd. and is operated by IAMGOLD. We are located near Gogama, Ontario, with access to stable infrastructure and strong connections with our local communities.

**Accessing Opportunities at Côté Gold**

**FIELD TECHNICIAN(**12 Month Fixed Term Contract**)**

The** Geology** **Field Technician** assists with and performs field related activities pertaining to grade control, sampling, transportation and material tracking.

**Key Responsibilities**

Area 1:
Assist and provide support to the Côté Gold geological team.
- Collect samples from Reverse Circulation drills and Production drills for grade control program.
- Organize, dispatch and complete chain of custody for dispatching samples to laboratories.
- Organize, receive and store returning samples from laboratories.
- Safe operation of flatbed field trucks / telehandler following Côté Gold safety standards while operating around active mining areas.
- Assist Geology team with in-field ore block markups.
- Keep track of inventory of supplies.
- Maintain, wash and clean light vehicles as required.
- Maintain, wash and clean survey, drill and blast and geology tools and equipment as required.

Area 2:
Operational excellence.
- Commit to continuous learning and improvement.
- Continually seek to improve skills.
- Watch for inefficiencies or problems.
- Ensure problems and inefficiencies are shared with others.
- Work collaboratively to troubleshoot and resolve problems.

Qualifications

**Minimum Requirements and Nice To Haves**

minimum qualifications, formal education, certifications or equivalents
- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Registration in a geology / geological engineering program at university or college is considered an asset.

Work experience - Nature & Length
- A minimum of 3 months of related work experience is an asset
- Previous experience in mining (specifically open pit mining) is considered an asset.

Additional qualifications - Competency requirements
- Ability to adapt to changing environmental conditions, such as cold, snow, rain, heat, etc.
- Ability to operate a telehandler.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 20kg (44lbs)
- Basic computer skills.
- Good observational and analytical skills.
- Good written and oral communication.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Standard First and CPR certification is considered an asset.
- Surface Miner Common Core is considered an asset

**What We Offer**

IAMGOLD believes in rewarding outstanding performance with an equally outstanding total rewards package. Our attractive offerings include:
Competitive Salary and Bonus Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefit Coverage Health Spending Account Fitness & Wellness Subsidy Employee & Family Assistance Program Registered Pension Plan with Company Match Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match TFSA & RRSP Electric Vehicle Subsidy

**Empowering People - Extraordinary Performance**

IAMGOLD is a leading mid-tier Canadian gold producer with operating gold mines on three continents. We are in growth-mode, with a robust pipeline of development and exploration projects in Canada, South America and Africa. Throughout our 30 year history, we have demonstrated our commitment to responsible and sustainable mining practices, and our _Zero Harm®_ commitment ensures that we continually strive to reach the highest standards in human health and safety, minimize our impact on the environment and support the development of the local communities in which we proudly operate. IAMGOLD was recently recognized by the Corporate Knights magazine on its _Top 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada_ list.

Primary Location: Canada

Work Locations: 06 - Cote Gold Mine Site IAMGOLD Corp, Côté Gold Division 3 Mesomikenda Lake RdPO Box 100 Gogama P0M 1W0

Job: Geology

Organization: Cote Gold

Job Posting: Jan 22, 2025, 10:45:12 AM