Technical Assayer

Position Title

Technical Assayer

Employment Type

Full-Time

Organization

Gibraltar Mine

Location

McLeese Lake, BC

Reporting Relationship

Coordinator, Assay Lab

Salary Range

$81,400 to $101,700

About Trekor

Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia (BC), Canada, Trekor Metals Limited (Trekor) is a leading North American copper producer with a robust development pipeline of minerals projects and properties in Canada and the United States.

Known for seeing opportunities where other mining companies do not, Trekor has a two-decade track record of delivering value for shareholders, employees, communities where we operate, and others — from acquiring the Gibraltar Mine in BC for a single dollar and building it into Canada's second-largest copper producer, to transforming Arizona’s Florence Copper into the world's first greenfield in-situ copper recovery operation.

Trekor goes Beyond Potential.

For more information visit our website www.Trekormetals.com.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Coordinator, Assay Lab, The Technical Assayer is responsible for performing accurate and timely elemental analysis of geological, process, and product samples to support mining, milling, grade control, process optimization, and quality control activities. Working under the direction of Lab Coordinators, the role applies laboratory testing methods while adhering to strict safety and quality standards, delivering reliable data that supports critical operational and business decisions.

The daily activities of a Technical Assayer involve using both wet chemistry and physical methods/instruments of elemental analysis, requiring a good understanding and strict compliance to safe job procedures and protocols.

Please note this position requires the successful incumbent to relocate to Williams Lake, BC, or the surrounding area. This is not a permanent remote working position.

Core Responsibilities

• Take part in on-site training and perform assays in conformance to Gibraltar Analytical Assaying safe work practices and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure all grab assays are reported in a timely manner on receipt of samples.
• Ensure compliance with the Mines Act and applicable permits, regulations, and company policies in the execution of assigned duties.
• Assist in developing and implementing the company policies and procedures related to Metallurgical Engineering.
• Work on a shift rotation (4 on/5 off, 5 on/4 off), ability to work relief coverage.

Education & Experience

• Completion of either a Bachelor of Science degree or technical diploma in a chemistry-related field.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a commercial/production lab performing base metal analyses.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of Microsoft applications.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of chemical analytical processes.
• Detailed knowledge of Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy, Inductively Coupled Plasma analysis (ICP) and Titrimetric analysis.
• Knowledge of safe work laboratory best practices.

The Community

• Williams Lake has a population of approximately 12,000 but services nearly 25,000 as it is a central hub for many outlying smaller communities.
• Adult recreational leagues for many popular sports including hockey, soccer, and softball.
• A fantastic trail network for mountain biking, walking, and hiking.
• Dozens of nearby lakes for fishing, paddling, and camping opportunities.
• Close by cross country and downhill skiing venues.

Compensation

At all Trekor locations, we pride ourselves in offering a challenging and rewarding work environment. Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through development, education, and succession plan programs.

Additionally, our compensation and benefits package include competitive salaries and vacation packages, health, dental, and disability insurance benefits, and an RRSP matching program.

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting position and join our growing and dynamic organization, apply via the Trekor website at www.Trekormines.com/careers/.

Trekor is an equal opportunity employer who encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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