Job Title: Mining Engineering Co-op

Reporting directly to the Technical Services Manager, the Mining Engineering Co-op Student is responsible for assisting Skeena’s Technical Services team by contributing to day-to-day operations while collaborating with the Operations and Project Execution teams. This dynamic position involves working in tandem with field technicians, assayers, and mining and geological engineers, making the Mine Engineering Co-op student an integral part of the success of the Skeena Gold + Silver Team.     This role gives the student great exposure to the construction phase of a fast paced, challenging, and diverse mining environment, and provides a wonderful opportunity to develop your skills while adding value to the organization. This co-op opportunity provides a unique chance to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, enhancing your skills and fostering professional growth.  

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

Technical Support:

• Operations and Execution Support: Provide technical support to the Operations and Execution teams for surface mining and construction activities.
• Engineering Assistance: Assist engineers with data analysis, monitoring, material balance activities, drawings preparation and review, and other technical deliverables.

Data Management and Analysis:

• Drill Hole Data Management: Load, review, and analyze drill hole data, and assist in managing the drill hole database.
• System/Data Monitoring: Identify and report any system or data abnormalities for investigation.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Production Reporting: Create and maintain accurate daily production reports, and prepare and present weekly production reports.

Field and Laboratory Work:

• Blast-Hole Assay Support: Assist with blast-hole assay sample collection and preparation.
• Field QA/QC and Surveying: Support field quality assurance/quality control work, field surveying, and geological mapping.

Productivity and Simulation:

• Productivity Simulations: Perform productivity simulations and cycle-time studies, advising engineering on forecasted mining and production rates.

Additional Responsibilities: 

• All other duties as reasonably assigned.

The Ideal Candidate

Education / Qualifications:

• Active enrolment in an accredited undergraduate program – Mining Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geology/Earth Sciences 
• Available for 4 or 8-month work term 
• Practical understanding of the mining industry and mining processes

Experience / Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)  
• Any experience with CAD/GIS software will be considered an asset 
• Familiarity working with or around heavy mobile equipment considered an asset 
• Ability to adapt to new outdoor situations and work in varied terrain  
• Detail oriented with excessive attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exhibits a high degree of responsibility for confidential matters
• Effective team player who can jump in wherever is needed
• Strong interpersonal and reasoning skills, with proven problem-solving abilities
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as with others

Work Location & Conditions This is a site-based camp job at Eskay Creek Mine site. This position involves working at a remote mine site on a 15 days on/13 days off rotation. This is an 4 or 8-month co-op assignment.   

The Eskay Creek Revitalization Project is located within the Coast Mountains of Northwestern British Columbia and Tahltan Territory. Ground transportation will be provided from local communities to the Eskay Creek Site facilities. For those applicants located elsewhere in western Canada, flight transportation from major urban centers will be provided to the Terrace or Smithers airports, from which shuttles will provide transportation to the Eskay Creek Camp facilities. Travel time and expenses are subject to Skeena’s Travel Policy.    

There will be exposure to extreme temperatures in all seasons including working outdoors in snow, mud, ice, and water conditions, walking to and from different locations on uneven ground, prolonged periods of standing and physically handling/lifting/moving heavy objects.      

Compensation The expected hourly rate range for this position is CA$25 - CA$35, in line with the competitive job market for such roles carried out in British Columbia. Salary ranges are guidelines and any job offer received by a candidate will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant education, training, and/or experience.

All Applicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada. Priority hiring consideration will be given to Indigenous Nations members who reside within the territories our projects are located.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.