About Alamos Gold Inc.: Alamos Gold is a Canadian-based gold producer with a long-term track record of creating value for all stakeholders through solid financial performance, low-cost production growth, and a company-wide commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. We currently operate three mines – two in Canada and one in Mexico – and we have a strong portfolio of development stage projects, including the Lynn Lake Project and Island Gold Phase 3+ Expansion in Canada, and Puerto Del Aire Project in Mexico. Alamos also has an early-stage exploration project in Canada, the Qiqavik Gold Project. Our core values of safety, teamwork, environmental sustainability, integrity, and commitment allow our more than 1,900 dedicated team members to thrive in their careers and to create a lasting legacy that benefits all Alamos stakeholders.
About Island Gold District: Alamos Gold’s Island Gold District will become one of the largest and lowest-cost gold mines in Canada. With the two mines within the district, Island Gold and Magino employ over 900 team members who work in the underground and open pit operations and are located in northern Ontario, just east of the town of Dubreuilville, 83 kilometres northeast of Wawa. Through ongoing exploration success, Island Gold District’s Mineral Reserves and Resources have continued to grow in size and quality. Join the Island Gold District team and be a part of the long-life mining operations, as we prioritize our employee growth, high performance and a culture of safety and accountability.
Role Overview/Purpose
The geological technician works and collaborates with other members of the geology department under the supervision of the production geologist. They assist in the determination and control of the ore grade in development headings and production stopes and of the dilution encountered.
Primary Responsibilities
- Foster and promote a culture of safe work practices.
- Oversee the quality control at the RC drill rig during drilling operation.
- Conduct sampling activities at the drill rig.
- Prepare sample batch sheets, organize tokes and assist with the preparation of all samples for shipping.
- Be prepared to carry heavy loads in all weather conditions.
- Work for extensive periods outside in all weather conditions.
- Take care of and drive geology vehicles as needed for daily tasks.
- Conduct sampling as per request in the pit.
- Stake out ore block on blasted muck, updating as required.
- Data entry into the drilling database.
- Assist with the field training of new Geology Technicians.
- Basic surveying (layout/pick up points)
- Adhoc tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications And Experience
- High-school graduation with related post-secondary training
- A valid driver’s license (G class)
- Familiar with Microsoft office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Prior survey experience is an asset
- Have leadership skills, be motivated, and enjoy working in remote areas.
- Must be a good team player.
- Must have excellent organizational skills.
- Good work ethic and a strong attitude towards safety are essential requirements.
- Willingness to work both day and night shift.
- Good work ethic and a strong attitude towards safety are essential requirements.
- Team orientation (ability to work in a team)
- Time Management
- Degree of assertiveness, ability to give direction.
Working Conditions
- Must be comfortable working outdoors in various weather and conditions. This will be 7 day on 7 day off rotation, and will rotate between day and night shift.
Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding job where the incumbent is required to stand for extended periods of time, lift heavy objects on a regular basis, do repetitive tasks with few breaks, and so forth.
Alamos Gold Inc. may use artificial intelligence to initially screen or assess applicants for this position with respect to mandatory job requirements.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Alamos Gold Inc. (the “Company”) is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible environment for all third parties, and will provide accommodation where required, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “Act”). The Company is committed to excellence in serving all third parties including people with disabilities and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting the requirements under the Act in a timely fashion.
