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MINE WATER TREATMENT TECHNICIAN

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF THE ROLE

MINE WATER TREATMENT TECHNICIAN

1823 Consulting Inc. is currently searching for a full-time Technician to join its mine water treatment department. We are looking for a highly autonomous and versatile individual who will play a key role in the development of this young department. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to join a dynamic team and work on world-class projects.

ABOUT 1823

1823 Consulting Inc. offers project management, engineering and water treatment services to the mining industry. Our extensive experience in these fields helps to optimize budgets and meet project implementation deadlines. What sets us apart is our commitment to the client, achieving results and meeting deadlines.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure the plant operates in compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations ;
  • Ensure production targets are met by operating and maintaining all aspects of the water treatment plant effectively, including:
    • Data collection and entry
    • Reagent mixing and pump calibration
    • Lab duties: collecting samples, assaying, and generating reports
    • Equipment maintenance & general housekeeping
  • Analyze plant and membrane performance, complete daily process reviews, plant ongoing optimization & troubleshooting;
  • Write, review and edit technical documentation – you’ll be involved with Operations reporting, and writing SOPs and maintenance manuals;
  • Acquire a clear understanding of 1823’s process technologies and operations;
  • Support and participate in engineering studies;
  • Perform laboratory and pilot scale trials.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Technical Degree in Civil, Chemical, Biotechnological, Environmental, Water Engineering or equivalent post education experience;
  • 10+ years of experience in the mining industry;
  • Bilingual (French and English), knowledge of Spanish an asset;
  • Excellent communication skills – you’ll work with site operators, clients and 1823 engineers in person, via email and over the phone;
  • Strong mechanical aptitude;
  • Basic knowledge of process chemistry (i.e. coagulation, flocculation, pH, filtration) and mine water treatment processes (MBBR, sulphide and hydroxide precipitation, RO membrane treatment, cyanide destruction);
  • Willing to work for an extended amount of time on mine sites (up to 70% of the time), often on fly-in fly-out rotations lasting 2 to 3 weeks on site followed by 2 to 3 weeks off;
  • Autonomous and adaptable; Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team member;
  • Strong digital literacy with the Microsoft Suite (Excel, Work, Outlook);
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s license;
  • Water and Wastewater operator certifications.

WORK LOCATION

Combination of working from our Calgary office and working on mine sites. Mine site work consists on fly-in fly-out rotations.

WORKING WITH US

  • Competitive salaries;
  • Young, dynamic and flexible team with experienced people to mentor;
  • Possibility of telecommuting;
  • Group insurance.

APPLY FOR THE JOB

Please send your resume and cover letter to us as a single PDF using the form below.
We’ll contact you if it looks like we have an opportunity that’s right for you.

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