Skeena Gold + Silver Limited is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projects located in northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners, leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.

As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity!

Job Title: Environmental Technician

Reporting directly to the Environmental Superintendent (or their delegate) this position is primarily responsible for compliance inspections, environmental monitoring programs and supporting site reporting requirements. A large majority of time spent in this position will be outdoors sometimes in inclement weather conditions. The Environmental Technician position is site based and works a 14 day in, 14 days out rotation, 12 hours per day while at site.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Hydrology, groundwater, and in-stream monitoring;
• Environmental Inspections;
• Documentation and record keeping;
• Conduct field monitoring and sampling programs as required under existing permits, licenses, and the company's Environmental Management Plan;
• Assisting scientific specialists in the collection of baseline and effects programs for terrestrial and aquatic field programs;
• Completing chain of custodies, processing, packing, and shipping collected samples as required;
• Conduct field and in-house lab analyses of samples using on-site portable analyzers and meters;
• Maintaining detailed and comprehensive field notes;
• Calibrating, installing, and maintaining sampling and monitoring equipment;
• Entering collected field and laboratory data into the environmental database;
• Regularly updating, filing, and managing environmental documentation;
• Conduct internal due diligence compliance inspections of various site facilities and operational activities;
• Assisting with spill prevention and spill response;
• Participating and assisting in waste and water management programs;
• Other technical field and office tasks to support the environment development and site operations.
• Other duties:
• Lifting (Large coolers of water samples, inflatable boats, generators, ice augers etc.)
• Ensures that environmental commitments and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policies are observed in all site activities.
• Conducts environmental monitoring as required by permits and according to Management Plans and Standard Operating Procedures
• Follows all QA/QC requirements and procedures.
• Conducts inspections and audits of contractor environmental management system (EMS) and environmental activities (e.g., waste management).
• Interacts and communicates effectively within a multi-disciplinary team consisting of environmental professionals, engineers, and contractors.
• Provides logistical support to the team and performs all other related duties, as necessary.

The Ideal Candidate

Education / Qualifications:

• Post-secondary Degree or diploma in an Environmental related discipline is required;
• Strong computer skills are desirable (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint);
• Must be very safety conscious, reliable, self-starter and a team player;
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to take clear, concise, and defensible field notes;
• Previous experience with environmental monitoring/sampling is highly desired;
• Previous experience with mentoring less experienced Monitors or Technicians would be considered an asset;
• Must possess and be able to maintain a valid BC Class 5 driver's licence.
• Valid Level 1 First Aid Certificate is an asset;
• Experience with ATV, GPS, and snowmobile operating procedures are all highly desired

Experience / Skills:

• Detail oriented with excellent attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exhibits a high degree of responsibility for confidential matters
• Effective team player who can jump in wherever is needed
• Strong interpersonal and reasoning skills, with proven problem-solving abilities
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as with others

Work Location & Conditions

This is a site-based camp job at Eskay Creek Mine site. This position involves working at a remote mine site on a 15 days on/13 days off rotation.

The Eskay Creek Revitalization Project is located within the Coast Mountains of Northwestern British Columbia and Tahltan Territory. Ground transportation will be provided from local communities to the Eskay Creek Site facilities. For those applicants located elsewhere in western Canada, flight transportation from major urban centers will be provided to the Terrace or Smithers airports, from which shuttles will provide transportation to the Eskay Creek Camp facilities. Travel time and expenses are subject to Skeena's Travel Policy.

There will be exposure to extreme temperatures in all seasons including working outdoors in snow, mud, ice, and water conditions, walking to and from different locations on uneven ground, prolonged periods of standing and physically handling/lifting/moving heavy objects.

All Applicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada. Priority hiring consideration will be given to Indigenous Nations members who reside within the territories our projects are located.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is CA$70,000 - CA$95,000, in line with the competitive job market for such roles carried out in British Columbia. Salary ranges are guidelines and any job offer received by a candidate will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant education, training, and/or experience.