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Canada - Water Quality Field Technician

Employer
Barrick Gold
Location
Kelowna, BC, Canada
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Dec 29, 2022

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Position Description

Barrick Gold Inc. is looking for a Water Quality Field Technician to join a motivated and high performing team at the closed Nickel Plate Mine near Hedley, BC. This position reports to the Reclamation Manager and will be responsible for implementing and managing water quality sampling programs associated with Nickel Plate's environmental obligations. The Water Quality Field Technician is responsible for maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting and monitoring tasks to support Barrick's continued compliance with regulatory and internal requirements. The successful candidate will have a proven record of environmental compliance and the ability to perform all duties in a safe and reliable manner. The role is based at Nickel Plate with some local travel.

Key Responsibilities
        • Conduct environmental monitoring as required by the Nickel Plate Environmental Management Act Discharge Permit PE 07613 which includes:
    • Weekly surface water samplingC
    • Monthly surface water and seepage water sampling
    • Quarterly surface water monitoring
    • Quarterly groundwater monitoring (including pumping & purging)
    • Field readings at all sites.
        • Calibrate and use monitoring instrumentation such as pH, conductivity, turbidity, and dissolved oxygen meters
        • Conduct sampling equipment inventories
        • Operate specialized equipment such as snowmobiles and side-by-side vehicles
        • Complete weekly field reports
        • Complete data entry submissions
        • Maintain a safe work environment for all employees, contractors, site visitors, and the general public
        • Actively participate in site safety and health programs
        • Exemplify Barrick's safety culture by demonstrating visible felt leadership
Qualifications
  • Previous experience and/ or a solid understanding of water quality sampling is an asset
  • Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail in data management and record keeping
  • Ability to operate and troubleshoot sampling equipment
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with field staff and management
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with minor input from coordinator
  • Possession of a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
  • Computer literacy including experience with Outlook, Excel, Word
Desired Competencies
  • Self-starter with tenacity and high energy
  • Strong sense of accountability and ability to work independently
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
  • The position requires the ability to work outside and regularly walk over uneven, sloped, rocky, wet or icy ground (must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently and safely)
What We Can Offer You
  • A comprehensive compensation package including health insurance, paid vacation, short term incentives, paid overtime, and paid mileage where applicable
  • Ability to make a lasting and positive impact by working in a dynamic, collaborative and progressive team
  • Barrick is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
About Nickel Plate Mine

Nickel Plate Mine is a former gold producer located in the prolific Hedley mining district in British Columbia. The Nickel Plate open pit mining operation ran from 1986 through closure in 1996, with landform reclamation largely completed by 1998. Nickel Plate is currently in a state of active closure with site activities focused on groundwater interception and treatment, environmental monitoring, and final closure plan execution. Situated approximately 45 minutes from Penticton, with easy access to both the Okanagan and Similkameen River valleys, Nickel Plate is ideally located for four-season outdoor enthusiasts and urban or rural living.

About Barrick Gold Corporation

Barrick has gold and copper mining operations and projects in 13 countries in North and South America, Africa, Papua New Guinea and Saudi Arabia. Our diversified portfolio spans many of the world's prolific gold districts and is focused on high-margin, long-life assets. Our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing and operating the best assets with the best people to deliver the best returns, on a sustainable basis, to our owners and partners. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

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