Skeena Gold + Silver is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projects located in northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners, leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.
As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity!
Job Title: Quality Control Lead, Assay Lab
Reporting to Skeena’s Assay Laboratory Superintendent, the QC Lead is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the quality management system (QMS) within the assay laboratory. This role ensures that all laboratory operations, processes, and outputs comply with industry standards and internal quality benchmarks. The QC Lead works closely with lab personnel, management, and the client to uphold the high standard of accuracy, reliability, and safety in all laboratory practices.
Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
Quality Management System:
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Ensure proper documentation, control, and revision of standard operating procedures (SOPs), manuals, policies, and quality control forms.
Quality Control & Assurance:
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Oversee daily quality control activities, including calibration, verification, and validation of instruments and methods.
Training & Competency:
Audit & Inspection:
Document Control:
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Oversee the creation, review, and control of all laboratory documents, including SOPs, quality manuals, and records.
Data Management & Reporting:
Health, Safety, & Environmental Compliance:
Additional Duties
The Ideal Candidate
Education / Qualifications:
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Familiarity with relevant BC and federal legislation and regulations (e.g., WorksafeBC guidelines, Mines Act, Occupational Health and Safety Legislation) is desired.
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Demonstrated advanced proficiency in setting up and utilizing LIMS and QA/QC tools essential for the successful operations of the lab (e.g., ISO 17025, ISO 9001, WHMIS etc.).
Experience / Skills
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Must have past demonstrated experience in helping build a strong safety culture, as well as awareness of, and adherence to, all required health and safety best practices.
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.
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 salary range for this position is CAD $85,000-$105,000, 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.
