Mining Labourer

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: Mining Labourer
We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Labourer to support daily operations on an active work site. The successful candidate will assist the drill and blast crew, perform general site support duties, and help maintain safe and efficient operations. This role requires a valid driver's license and the ability to work in a physically demanding outdoor environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the drill and blast crew with loading blast patterns and related support tasks.

• Deliver water to drills and ensure water supply requirements are met.

• Install, inspect, and maintain road signage and traffic control devices throughout the site.

• Perform dewatering activities using pumps and related equipment.

• Transport crew members safely around the work site using company vehicles.

• Carry out general labour duties as required to support site operations.

• Conduct routine inspections of vehicles and equipment before use.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

• Follow all company safety procedures, site rules, and environmental requirements.

• Communicate effectively with supervisors and crew members.

Additional Duties

• Perform all other duties as reasonably assigned.

The Ideal Candidate

Education / Qualifications:

• Valid class 5 driver’s license and clean driving record suitable for site vehicle use.

• 5 years' experience labouring in mining, quarrying or construction environment

Experience / Skills

• Experience assisting drill and blast operations.

• Ability to work safely in a heavy industrial or mining/construction environment.

• Physically fit and capable of lifting, carrying, and performing manual labour in varying weather conditions.

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and a positive attitude.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Experience working around heavy equipment.

• Experience assisting drill and blast operations is an asset.

• Knowledge of traffic control and road signage installation is an asset.

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.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is CA$28 - CA$34. Individual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant education, training, experience, skills, qualifications, and job responsibilities. Skeena is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices and to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.

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 where our projects are located.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.