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Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.
EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.
Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.
Application Deadline: September 29, 2025
What we offer:
At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.
EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.
We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.
We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.
About the role:
Reporting to the Senior Mine Engineer Supervisor, the Senior Mining Technician, Survey is responsible for providing and maintaining guidance to field staff to ensure adherence to the plan.
To be successful, we are looking for someone with strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills who is self-motivated, but collaborates well with a team. The successful candidate can work safely and effectively in a dynamic environment and prioritize work based on unforeseen changes, with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. The ability to maintain a positive and motivated demeanor in inclement weather and remote locations is vital to success in this role as a portion of your work will be in the field.
Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Come experience what work life balance is all about!
Benefits:
- Two Annual Bonus Plans
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan
- Retirement Package
- Health Lifestyle Account
In this role you will:
- Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
- Conduct physical site surveys and layouts using a variety of equipment and tools
- Maintain notes and perform electronic data collection, processing, and volume calculations
- Interface between field staff, mining engineers, planners, and geologists
- Safely work in an active mining environment in close proximity to large equipment during excavation and material placement
- Conduct photogrammetric surveys, including the processing and handling of the data
- Assist Drill and Blast Engineers with daily tasks
- Ensure instrumentation record keeping, including inventory management, repair scheduling, and system updates of equipment
- Conduct drone surveys and video surveillance using a variety of UAV’s
- Post flights data processing and video editing
Requirements:
- Technical diploma or degree in Surveying, Geomatics, GIS, or Mine Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience using mine design software such as Hexagon MinePlan 3D, Maptek PointStudio, Esri ArcGIS, or AutoCAD would be an asset
- Advanced drone pilot license would be an asset
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent
$88,400 - $116,000 a year
The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.
To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.
About EVR
EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.
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