Role Title: | Ore Control Technician |
Direct Reports: | No |
Job Type: | Full-time, Regular |
Location: | Helvetia, AZ |
About Hudbay:
Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.
Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.
The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Mission:
To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Purpose of role:
The Ore Control Tech provides essential field and technical support to the Copper World Project by ensuring the accurate collection, processing, and documentation of geological and metallurgical samples. The role is responsible for maintaining the integrity of ore data through precise sampling, density testing, and data entry, while safely operating equipment to support geology and survey operations. Acting as a cross-functional liaison, this position ensures that field data and sample submittals align with the project’s operational requirements and production targets.
This role will be located at the Copper World Project, approximately 45 minutes southwest of Tucson near Sahuarita, Arizona.
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Field Operations & Safety: Work safely to maintain an organized workplace and follow all company policies.
- Equipment Operation: Operate small equipment including pickups, flatbed trucks, skid steers, forklifts, or backhoes.
- Site Navigation: Drive safely on haul roads, one-way accesses, and on drill patterns.
- Geology & Survey Support: Assist departments with field tasks such as digging drill cones, staking, surveying, and performing spotter duties near high walls.
- Communication: Coordinate with haul trucks, blast crews, and drills using proper radio communication.
- Sample Management: Submit and maintain paperwork for blast hole/core samples and transport samples to the Tucson lab.
- Data & Analysis: Perform data entry into tracking spreadsheets, conduct density testing (wet/dry weight) on core and pulp samples, and sift samples into chip trays.
- Logistics & Maintenance: Organize warehouses, move/stack pallets of drill core, and keep department trucks clean and maintained.
- Technical Tasks: Split drill core for analysis using an automated core saw and collect rock samples from road cuts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:
- Education: High School diploma or GED.
- Physical: Ability to lift 50 lbs and meet all other physical requirements of the job.
- Compliance: Maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
- Transport: Possess a valid Driver’s License and have reliable transportation to the field location.
- Soft Skills: Positive work ethic and the ability to work well with different departments.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certification: Current MSHA.
- Experience: Previous experience at mine or construction sites.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Other Requirements:
Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.
Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.
Employee will be expected to drive a company vehicle, rental vehicle and/or his/her own vehicle in the course of performing the job, Employee must be able to perform the physical functions of operating a motor vehicle, including use of eyes, ears, arms, hands, legs, and feet. Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.
Why Hudbay?
- At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
- We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
- Annual performance bonuses
- Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
- Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
- An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.
- Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.
Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.
