Core Technician – FIFO Mining
Northwestern British Columbia
6 Mont Contract w/ Option For Extension
13 Days On / 13 Days Off | Fly-In, Fly-Out | Camp-Based
About Us
STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Manufacturing Operations, and Special Projects. STRIVE supports clients ranging from small and medium-sized businesses to large organizations across Canada with their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.
THE ROLE
STRIVE is recruiting
experienced Core Technicians for contract opportunities supporting geological activities at a remote, camp-based mining operation in
northwestern British Columbia.
These opportunities are well suited to candidates with hands-on experience in
core handling, core orientation, and basic geotechnical logging who are comfortable working in a remote mining environment.
This is a fly-in, fly-out opportunity working a
13 days on / 13 days off rotation, with
2 travel days and 12-hour shifts.
ADVANTAGES
- Competitive contract compensation based on experience and qualifications
- 13 days on / 13 days off rotation
- Fly-in, fly-out opportunity
- Camp accommodations provided while on rotation
- 12-hour shifts
- Extended scheduled time off between rotations
- Opportunity to gain experience within a major mining operation in northwestern British Columbia
- Contract opportunity through STRIVE Recruitment
- Opportunity for long-term permanent employment after contract
Responsibilities
- Safely handle, organize, and process drill core
- Complete core orientation activities
- Perform basic geotechnical logging
- Maintain accurate core records and documentation
- Support geological personnel with core-related activities
- Organize and maintain core in accordance with established site procedures
- Maintain a safe and organized work environment
- Work collaboratively with Geologists and other site personnel
- Follow established site procedures and operating requirements
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety
Requirements
- Previous experience with drill core handling
- Experience completing core orientation
- Experience with basic geotechnical logging
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
- Ability to work safely and effectively in a mining environment
- Ability to work effectively in a remote, camp-based setting
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays as scheduled
- Ability to meet applicable site onboarding, safety, fitness-for-work, and travel requirements
ASSETS
- Previous Core Technician experience within mining or mineral exploration
- Experience working within northwestern British Columbia
- Experience within the Golden Triangle
- Previous experience at large-scale mining operations
- Experience working in a core shack environment
- Previous remote or FIFO mining experience
- Familiarity with geological and geotechnical terminology and documentation
- Experience working safely around active mining operations
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This is a
camp-based mining position in northwestern British Columbia. Contractors work a
13-day onsite rotation followed by 13 days off, with
2 travel days associated with the rotation.
Work is completed during
12-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays as scheduled. Work may include core shack, field, and operational environments and requires site-prescribed PPE.
