Mountain Safety Technician

Newcrest

  • Kitimat, BC
  • $59.22 per hour
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Workplace Type: OnsiteClosing Date:About NewmontAt Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization, and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.About BrucejackOur Brucejack Gold Mine, a high-grade underground mine in beautiful northern British Columbia, is located approximately 65 kilometres north of Stewart. Brucejack is a fly-in/fly-out operation with pick-up points across Western Canada, making it easy for people from different places to join us. We work closely with local First Nations communities including the Nisga’a, Tahltan, Gitanyow, and Gitxsan, to build respectful partnerships and celebrate our shared community.As a member of the Brucejack family, we put your health, comfort, and safety first. You’ll stay in private rooms with individual washrooms, enjoy balanced meals prepared by our exceptional culinary team, and have access to a 24-hour snack and sandwich bar. We also have plenty of ways for you to relax and stay active, with a gym, fitness classes, a golf simulator, and seasonal activities like snowshoeing and hiking. For creative downtime, our music room is a fully equipped space where you can play or listen to music. Our Brucejack Recreation Committee, run by employees on a volunteer basis, organizes activities and events to make camp life fun and bring people together. The committee also plans holiday decorations, charity raffles, and outdoor events, helping create a warm and friendly community.Your ImpactAs a Mountain Safety Technician (Fixed Term), you’ll play a crucial role in keeping our people safe in high-risk mountain environments. Your leadership in avalanche risk management and commitment to safety protocols help ensure our roadways remain open and our teams return home safely.As Part of Our Team, You Will
  • Assist in daily avalanche forecasting and control operations, including explosive deployment and terrain risk assessments
  • Expect to follow industry best practices in safe travel, communication, and emergency preparedness
  • Collect, analyze, and input snow, weather, and avalanche data to support real-time decision-making
  • Maintain avalanche equipment, signage, and ensure daily advisories are accurate and distributed on schedule
  • Conduct regular field patrols and site-specific avalanche assessments to identify and mitigate hazards
  • Remain rescue-ready for mountain emergencies
  • Collaborate with supervisors, departments, and external partners to ensure worker safety in complex alpine environments
Prerequisites for Your Success in This RoleRequired:
  • Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA) Operations Level 2 Certification
  • 5+ years as an avalanche technician
  • OFA Level 3 or 80-hour advanced first aid certification
  • WSBC Blasting Certification for avalanche control
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Strong mountain travel, physical fitness, and skiing ability
Preferred:
  • Minimum ICS 100
  • Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) certification
  • Rope rescue or rope access (SPRAT/IRATA) background
  • GIS, snowcat, or off-trail snowmobile experience
Your Work Environment
  • Location: Brucejack Mine, fly-in/fly-out access
  • Rotation: 2 weeks on (13 x 12-hour shifts), 2 travel days, 13 days off
  • Shifts: Both day and night work required
  • Conditions: Remote, alpine, high-risk terrain in extreme weather
  • Support: Private accommodations, on-site amenities, and a safety-first culture
  • Contract Type: This is a fixed-term position, tentatively scheduled to end in May 2026. This role offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our operations during a key project period!
At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.We are now recruiting for several Mountain Safety Technician positions, with a competitive hourly rate range of CA$48.64 to $59.22. This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!

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