Technician, Mining, Plant

3 days ago

bc canada, bc Newmont Corporation Full-time $114,000

Mining Control Systems Technicians - Brucejack - Camp + Transportation Provided - Up to $113,900/year - Kitimat-Stikine, BC

Newmont is seeking Control Systems Technicians for their Brucejack gold mine in Kitimat-Stikine, British Columbia. This is a unique opportunity to work in a remote, world-class mining environment, supporting and maintaining industrial control systems for mineral processing operations. The ideal candidates will have strong technical expertise, adaptability, and a commitment to safety, joining a tight-knit team in a challenging and rewarding setting.

Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary: $85,400 - $113,900 per year
  • 15% Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
  • Remote camp setting with private accommodations provided
  • Onsite meals, gym, recreation, and entertainment facilities
  • Travel allowance and transportation arrangements included
  • Comprehensive benefits package (details not specified)

What You’ll Need

  • Engineering degree in Control Systems, Electrical, Computer, Mechatronics or related discipline; OR Electrical/Instrumentation Trade Certification; OR CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications
  • Demonstrated ability to support, maintain, and troubleshoot ICS in mining, processing, or heavy industrial environments
  • Hands‑on experience with DCS/SCADA platforms (e.g., DeltaV, ControlLogix/CompactLogix, Modicon)
  • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, loop drawings, and technical documentation
  • Advanced troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
  • Familiarity with industrial networks, communication protocols, and system interfaces
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work in environments with temperature extremes, mechanical equipment, electrical hazards, chemicals, fumes, and airborne particulates
  • Ability to manually handle materials or equipment up to 50 pounds
  • Mandatory use of PPE and pre‑employment drug & alcohol testing

What Will Make You Stand Out

  • Additional qualifications in Process Control or ICS
  • 3+ years of experience supporting mineral processing control systems
  • Experience with AVEVA PI Vision or other historian platforms
  • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus TCP/IP, OPC, Profibus)
  • Understanding of IT/OT fundamentals, including virtualization, databases, and cybersecurity
  • Experience specifying instrumentation and control system components
  • Commissioning experience with modern motor control systems
  • Experience developing or modifying PCS/DCS configurations, HMI applications, and control narratives
  • Familiarity with advanced regulatory and control strategies (e.g., cascade, feedforward)
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
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