Lab Analyst, Sampler

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples. EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada. Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team. Application Deadline: September 1st, 2026 What we offer: At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys. EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development. We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions. We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs. About the role: Reporting to the Lead, Central Lab, the Lab Sample Analyst is responsible for providing accurate coal preparation and assay testing to ensure customer satisfaction and mining performance for our operations. To be successful, we are looking for someone who can work well with a team as well as empower themselves as an individual. Due to the importance of this work in our coal process, accuracy and efficiency are extremely important. You must be able to multi-task, stay organized, prioritize your work, and manage the handling of samples up to 25kg on a regular basis to keep the process moving efficiently. Since you will be engaging multiple partners across our sites, strong communication and interpersonal skills will be vital. You will have the chance to work with partners from many different departments and mine sites, giving you exposure to the different processes involved in our operations. This gives you the opportunity for growth in different streams of our business. You will also gain knowledge about our different coal blends, ensuring their accuracy for our customers around the world. Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about! \n Benefits: Two Annual Bonus Plans Comprehensive Benefits Plan Retirement Package Health Lifestyle Account In this role you will: Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures Collect and process hourly production samples, plant circuits and customer samples in a safe and efficient manner Analyze coal utilizing specific procedures that incorporate ASTM and ISO standards such as, alkali extraction, TSS, proximate analysis, FSI, screening, magnetite analysis, mini washes as well as plant production analysis Operate a forklift/loader and manual forklift Operate various pieces of lab equipment (pulverizers, crushers, screen shakers) Requirements: High school diploma or Technical Diploma Experience working in an industrial setting is an asset Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite®, particularly Excel and Word \n Salary: $64,000 - $80,000 CAD /year The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity. To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references. As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here. About EVR EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.

The Lab Sample Analyst is responsible for collecting and processing production and customer samples to ensure accurate coal preparation and assay testing. They must adhere to safety protocols while operating specialized laboratory equipment and maintaining efficient workflow across various mine sites.

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or technical diploma and a valid Class 5 Driver’s License. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to handle physical samples up to 25kg are required, with industrial experience considered an asset.

• Two Annual Bonus Plans • Comprehensive Benefits Plan • Retirement Package • Health Lifestyle Account

• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• Forklift operationPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Microsoft WordPreferred

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• Coal preparation
• Assay testing
• Sample handling
• Multi-tasking
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Forklift operation
• Loader operation
• Pulverizer operation
• Crusher operation
• Screen shaker operation
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Excel
• Word
• Safety compliance
• Courage
• Laboratory Equipment
• Valid Driver's License
• ASTM International Standards
• Customer Service
• Forklift Truck
• Interpersonal Communications
• Microsoft Office
• Multitasking
• Operations
• ISO/IEC Standards

• Science & Research
• Manufacturing
• Energy
• Trades
• Engineering
• Sampler
• Laboratory Analyst
• Medical and Pathology Laboratory Technicians
• Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
• Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week