Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd.

CORE TECHNICIAN

By Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd.

Dead Line: April 20, 2022

Location: Macassa Mine - Kirkland Lake, ON, Kirkland Lake, ON, CA
Position Type: Temporary
Schedule: 5/5/4
Rate of Pay: Salary, Commensurate with experience and qualifications
 
Based at the Macassa Mine Site, we currently have an exciting opportunity for 2 Core Technicians to join our Exploration & Production Geology team until December 31, 2021. 
 
The Macassa Mine is a high-grade gold producer, with grade improving at depth, and a key valuation driver for Kirkland Lake Gold. Located in the Town of Kirkland Lake, Ontario, the Macassa Mine remains on the highest gold grade mines in the world. Macassa commenced operations in 2002, and with the discovery of the South Mine Complex has been able to increase its level of production significantly over the past five years. The mine is located in an area with well-developed infrastructure, including a provincial highway, a railway system and a private airport. High-grade ore is processed at the Macassa Mill, which currently has available capacity and is located in close proximity to the mine. 
 
The Core Technician will be responsible to support the Geology departments by processing and sampling/cutting of diamond drill core. 
 
RESPONSIBILITIES
 
Your responsibilities will include:​
 
  • Pickup drill core from headframe/drill site, open boxes and arrange in order,
  • Checking then for block footage errors;
  • Cut core as per training procedure, checking for QA/QC samples;
  • Complete cutting log book/sheet and complete lab analysis form;
  • Palletize/dump logged and sampled core boxes
  • Maintain good housekeeping at all times, ensure proper PPE and tools are used for all tasks;
  • Operate forklift as per proper training, moving core skids with core or samples and other materials
  • Take part in storing pulps and rejects as required;
  • Assist geologists as required.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
 
Our ideal candidate has:​​​
 
  • Minimum Grade 12 Diploma or GED;
  • Valid Driver’s License;
  • Previous experience involved with handling and cutting drill core in a mine or exploration setting;
  • Good communication skills, literacy and numeracy skills;
  • Self starter with the ability to manage repetitive tasks with minimal supervision;
  • Physically fit with the ability to lift upwards of 55 lbs
  • Proven commitment to safety, health and environmental best practices.
 
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
 
Together, we are building a world-class gold mine and our success is determined by the hard work and dedication of our team. All of our team members are rewarded with a competitive benefits package and on-the-job perks, including:
 
  • Competitive Salary
  • Training and learning opportunities
 

May 18, 2020
Inside this issue
ASSET PROTECTION CONTROL ROOM GUARD

Based at the Detour Lake Mine site, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Asset Protection Control Room Guard to join our Asset Protection team reporting to the Asset Protection Supervisor.  

SHAREPOINT DEVELOPER

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a SharePoint Developer to join our Business Intelligence Team. 

MINE PLANNING TECHNICIAN TRAINEE

Based at the Detour Lake Mine site, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Mine Planning Technician Trainee to join our Technical Services team reporting to the Mine Planning Superintendent. 

SENIOR MINE GEOLOGIST

Based at the Canadian Operations Centre in Timmins, ON, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mine Geologist to join our Geology team reporting to the Geology Superintendent.  

PROCESS PLANT RELIABILITY ENGINEER

Based at the Detour Lake Mine site, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Process Plant Reliability Engineer to join our Process Plant Maintenance team reporting to the Reliability Supervisor.

CORE TECHNICIAN

The Core Technician will be responsible to support the Geology departments by processing and sampling/cutting of diamond drill core. 

ASSAYER 1

The Assayer 1 processes Mine Production and Exploration samples for grade control providing vital information in a timely method to assist in key decision making relating to mining/geology activity and reconciling samples entering and exiting the Mill Process.

MINE PLANNER/EIT

The Mine Planner/EIT will be responsible for mine planning within the 3 - 6 month planning interval. 

ASSAYER 2

The Assayer 2 processes Mine Production and Exploration samples for grade control providing vital information in a timely method to assist in key decision making relating to mining/geology activity and reconciling samples entering and exiting the Mill Process.

ASSAYER 3

The Assayer 3 processes Mine Production and Exploration samples for grade control providing vital information in a timely method to assist in key decision making relating to mining/geology activity and reconciling samples entering and exiting the Mill Process.