About Alamos Gold Inc.: Alamos Gold is a Canadian-based gold producer with a long-term track record of creating value for all stakeholders through solid financial performance, low-cost production growth, and a company-wide commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. We currently operate three mines – two in Canada and one in Mexico – and we have a strong portfolio of development stage projects, including the Lynn Lake Project and Island Gold Phase 3+ Expansion in Canada, and Puerto Del Aire Project in Mexico. Alamos also has an early-stage exploration project in Canada, the Qiqavik Gold Project. Our core values of safety, teamwork, environmental sustainability, integrity, and commitment allow our more than 1,900 dedicated team members to thrive in their careers and to create a lasting legacy that benefits all Alamos stakeholders.
About Island Gold District: Alamos Gold’s Island Gold District will become one of the largest and lowest-cost gold mines in Canada. With the two mines within the district, Island Gold and Magino employ over 900 team members who work in the underground and open pit operations and are located in northern Ontario, just east of the town of Dubreuilville, 83 kilometres northeast of Wawa. Through ongoing exploration success, Island Gold District’s Mineral Reserves and Resources have continued to grow in size and quality. Join the Island Gold District team and be a part of the long-life mining operations, as we prioritize our employee growth, high performance and a culture of safety and accountability.
Position: Environmental Technician Coop Student
Reports to: Environmental Superintendent
Location: Dubreuilville, ON (Island Gold District Mine)
Conduct environmental monitoring and Data collection:
· Perform site inspections (exploration drills, mill, septic, tailings infrastructure, hazardous waste, waste sorting facilities) to ensure compliance with environmental standards
· Field Work (Surface Water sampling, Groundwater sampling/monitoring, data downloads, biological monitoring and other as assigned) on-site as well as off-site at some remote locations using a variety of equipment.
· Support the writing of various internal and external reports and procedures.
Responsibilities:
· Present training material to all employees on environmental policies and procedures. Ensure all new workers receive the proper training so that they can contribute to the site’s environmental performance
· Interpret water quality data and conduct data entry.
· Respond to environmental emergencies and incidents
· Work independently and as a team member
· Safely operate a variety of equipment such as telehandlers, snowmachines, quads, boats, etc.
· Perform calibration and maintenance on environmental monitoring equipment
Skills & Qualifications:
· Working towards a relevant degree or diploma in an Environmental field (Science, Earth & Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science/Resource & Sustainability, Biology, Engineering or other)
· Valid G License
· Working and/or theoretical knowledge of effluent release provincial and federal requirements.
· Experience with Spill Response and Mitigation Self-starter who can anticipate needs and work independently
· Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and critical thinking, able to manage competing priorities in a fast paced, growing work environment.
· The incumbent will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills (oral/written communication and presentation), a strong commitment to working in a safe, socially responsible manner.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
January 2025 start date. Placement will be for a minimum of an 8 month term.
This position is based at the Island Gold site working on a rotation schedule of 14 days on and 14 days off. Flights are available from the GTA, Sudbury, Thunder Bay and Rouyn-Noranda, QC. Accommodations and food will be provided by the company while on rotation.
Alamos Gold Inc. (the “Company”) is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible environment for all third parties, and will provide accommodation where required, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “Act”). The Company is committed to excellence in serving all third parties including people with disabilities and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting the requirements under the Act in a timely fashion.
We sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants however; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
