Mountain Safety Technician 1-3

Site / Location Context

Brucejack is one of the highest-grade gold mines in the world – a remote underground operation famously located on top of a glacier in northwestern British Columbia. With a fly-in, fly-out roster and on-site camp, our team works in a truly unique environment, using modern mining methods to safely extract gold and silver from deep beneath the ice. The challenges of Brucejack’s location create a tight-knit team spirit: safety, adaptability and camaraderie are paramount in everything we do. We are quietly proud of our strong partnerships with local First Nations and nearby communities, which help us operate responsibly and share benefits in the region. Brucejack offers the rare opportunity to build a career on the cutting edge of mining, delivering world-class results in an environment like no other.

Role Purpose

As a Mountain Safety Technician (Fixed Term), you’ll play a crucial role in keeping our people safe in high-risk mountain environments. Your leadership in avalanche risk management and commitment to safety protocols help ensure our roadways remain open and our teams return home safely.

Role Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Assist in daily avalanche forecasting and control operations, including explosive deployment and terrain risk assessments


• Expect to follow industry best practices in safe travel, communication, and emergency preparedness


• Collect, analyze, and input snow, weather, and avalanche data to support real-time decision-making


• Maintain avalanche equipment and signage, and ensure daily advisories are accurate and distributed on schedule


• Conduct regular field patrols and site-specific avalanche assessments to identify and mitigate hazards


• Remain rescue-ready for mountain emergencies


• Collaborate with supervisors, departments, and external partners to ensure worker safety in complex alpine environments


• Maintain strong interpersonal skills for working in a tight-knit team environment

Role required Skills/Knowledge/Experience

Required:

• Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA) Operations Level 2 Certification


• 5+ years as an avalanche technician


• OFA Level 3 or 80-hour advanced first aid certification


• WSBC Blasting Certification for avalanche control


• Valid driver’s license


• Strong mountain travel, physical fitness, and skiing ability

Preferred:

• Minimum ICS 100


• Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) certification


• Rope rescue or rope access (SPRAT/IRATA) background


• GIS, snowcat, or off-trail snowmobile experience

Working Environment & Benefits

• Location: Brucejack Mine, fly-in/fly-out access


• Rotation: 2 weeks on (13 days x 12-hour shifts), 2 travel days, 13 days off


• Shifts: Both day and night work required


• Conditions: Remote, alpine, high-risk terrain in extreme weather


• Support: Private accommodations, on-site amenities, and a safety-first culture


• Contract Type: This is a fixed-term position with an initial term of 6 months

The Brucejack Operations team is now recruiting for the position of Mountain Safety Technician 1-3 with a competitive hourly rate of $50.34 - $56.91 -  $61.29 per hour, depending on level. This role offers the opportunity to work on a technically challenging project in a high-performing, safety-focused environment. Join Newmont and be part of a team committed to operational excellence and safe execution in some of British Columbia’s most demanding terrain.