Mine Technician / Mining Engineering, Survey or Geology Summer Student
Top Benefits
About the role
Fine Gold Resources is a precious metals mining company operating in the Yukon. We operate on a seasonal basis from March to October and are looking for an enthusiastic undergraduate to join our dynamic team at our alluvial gold operations in the Yukon.
As we are preparing for the new season, we are seeking a mine technician to provide technical and operational support.
We are looking for energetic, "self-starter" individuals who are mining engineering, surveying or geology undergraduates or a recent graduate to get some wonderful experience in a working mine over a period to be agreed. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to be employed for a longer time period between March and October. The suitable candidate will live in a remote camp for 6 weeks at a time via a fly-in and fly-out schedule.
We provide accommodations and meals at our on-site camp and offer a highly competitive compensation package.
This is a 24/7 operation with two shifts each day.
Duties will include the following:
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Assist the site surveyor and supervisors with field control such as cut layouts and spotting for mining equipment on overburden/ore/basement contacts.
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Support operators and supervisors with maps and field guidance on mining method and sequences.
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Assist to compile daily, weekly and monthly reports.
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Support operational initiatives as required.
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Relieve at gold sluice plant as needed.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in operational mining engineering, survey or geological work would be considered an asset, but not essential
- Physically fit to do some manual labour and lifting.
About LaPrairie Group of Companies
LaPrairie solves your project challenges with a highly skilled workforce, innovative thinking, and state-of-the-art equipment. Our operational team and comprehensive fleet of cranes, trucks, and heavy equipment are ready to deliver – anytime, anywhere. Whether it’s executing super-heavy engineered lifts, hauling extra-heavy loads, maintaining the safety of your roads, mining and trucking aggregates, or supplying and delivering quality frac sand products – LaPrairie gives you the advantage.
LaPrairie Crane Our team of hoisting engineers and riggers bring “tons of experience”, along with professionally engineered lift studies, that make for an exceptional safety record. We are specialists in engineering and executing highly complex and extra-heavy lifts.
LaPrairie Haul Heavy haul logistics specialists tackle jobs of all sizes and scope. We are highly skilled transportation and heavy haul professionals with broad experience in harsh, remote northern environments.
LaPrairie Works LaPrairie Works provides expertise in highway and bridge maintenance, slope stabilization, and environmental remediation. We are proud to be formally recognized with industry and ministerial awards for innovation and environmental stewardship.
LaPrairie Oilfield- Our specialized trailer fleet of pneumatic, bottom dump, and live bottom trailers, coupled with multiple, strategically located trans-load centers enables LaPrairie to be first on site with just in time deliveries.
Canadian Silica Industries produces API Spec, 20/40, 30/50, 40/70 & 100 mesh frac sand with easy access to the Montney, Duverney, and Cardium Formations, with trans-load facilities conveniently located in Fort Nelson, and Dawson Creek BC. Our mining operation in Arcadia, WI produces washed sand delivered by barge or rail across North America.
LaPrairie Rock - equipped to handle every phase of the materials engineering process, from initial exploration to delivery of the end product.
Mine Technician / Mining Engineering, Survey or Geology Summer Student
Top Benefits
About the role
Fine Gold Resources is a precious metals mining company operating in the Yukon. We operate on a seasonal basis from March to October and are looking for an enthusiastic undergraduate to join our dynamic team at our alluvial gold operations in the Yukon.
As we are preparing for the new season, we are seeking a mine technician to provide technical and operational support.
We are looking for energetic, "self-starter" individuals who are mining engineering, surveying or geology undergraduates or a recent graduate to get some wonderful experience in a working mine over a period to be agreed. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to be employed for a longer time period between March and October. The suitable candidate will live in a remote camp for 6 weeks at a time via a fly-in and fly-out schedule.
We provide accommodations and meals at our on-site camp and offer a highly competitive compensation package.
This is a 24/7 operation with two shifts each day.
Duties will include the following:
-
Assist the site surveyor and supervisors with field control such as cut layouts and spotting for mining equipment on overburden/ore/basement contacts.
-
Support operators and supervisors with maps and field guidance on mining method and sequences.
-
Assist to compile daily, weekly and monthly reports.
-
Support operational initiatives as required.
-
Relieve at gold sluice plant as needed.
-
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in operational mining engineering, survey or geological work would be considered an asset, but not essential
- Physically fit to do some manual labour and lifting.
About LaPrairie Group of Companies
LaPrairie solves your project challenges with a highly skilled workforce, innovative thinking, and state-of-the-art equipment. Our operational team and comprehensive fleet of cranes, trucks, and heavy equipment are ready to deliver – anytime, anywhere. Whether it’s executing super-heavy engineered lifts, hauling extra-heavy loads, maintaining the safety of your roads, mining and trucking aggregates, or supplying and delivering quality frac sand products – LaPrairie gives you the advantage.
LaPrairie Crane Our team of hoisting engineers and riggers bring “tons of experience”, along with professionally engineered lift studies, that make for an exceptional safety record. We are specialists in engineering and executing highly complex and extra-heavy lifts.
LaPrairie Haul Heavy haul logistics specialists tackle jobs of all sizes and scope. We are highly skilled transportation and heavy haul professionals with broad experience in harsh, remote northern environments.
LaPrairie Works LaPrairie Works provides expertise in highway and bridge maintenance, slope stabilization, and environmental remediation. We are proud to be formally recognized with industry and ministerial awards for innovation and environmental stewardship.
LaPrairie Oilfield- Our specialized trailer fleet of pneumatic, bottom dump, and live bottom trailers, coupled with multiple, strategically located trans-load centers enables LaPrairie to be first on site with just in time deliveries.
Canadian Silica Industries produces API Spec, 20/40, 30/50, 40/70 & 100 mesh frac sand with easy access to the Montney, Duverney, and Cardium Formations, with trans-load facilities conveniently located in Fort Nelson, and Dawson Creek BC. Our mining operation in Arcadia, WI produces washed sand delivered by barge or rail across North America.
LaPrairie Rock - equipped to handle every phase of the materials engineering process, from initial exploration to delivery of the end product.