ABOUT US:
Since 2009, Gowest Gold has expanded its land holdings to over 120 square kilometres in the prolific Timmins gold camp. Our properties are strategically positions along key geological structures, including the underexplored Pipestone Fault, associated with the gold-rich Porcupine-Destor Fault system, which has produced over 145 million ounces of gold across the Abitibi Greenstone Belt.
Today, with full ownership of both the Bradshaw Mine and the Redstone Mill, Gowest is uniquely positioned as a fully integrated and growing gold company, advancing from resource production while unlocking long-term potential across our land package.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, the Assay Lab Technician will be responsible for preparing, analyzing, and recording samples of ore, concentrate, and other materials to support mill operations. This role ensures accurate and timely assay results to assist in production monitoring and process optimization.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for assaying samples on a daily basis: Weighing mill samples for digestion, Digestion of mill samples using the proper procedures, Using a Varian AA240 Atomic Absorption or ICP unit to read the metal concentrations.
- Maintain accurate records of all samples in the logbook and the computer database: Millrun samples on a daily basis, Gold concentrate samples as they are produced, Mine samples on an as instructed bases.
- Responsible for the quality and accuracy of all mill samples analyzed: Assays on mill samples need to be done using the proper standards, QA/QC standards need to be assayed at the same time for quality purposes.
- Work in a healthy work environment with full support, cooperation and commitment to satisfy our operation’s goal of being accident-free.
- Comply with federal and provincial acts and regulations, and legal requirements.
- Adhere to all relevant corporate policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Post‑secondary education in a chemical, metallurgical, or laboratory technology discipline, or equivalent relevant work experience, is preferred.
- Experience conducting acid digestion for gold analysis preferred
- Strong understanding of laboratory safety practices, chemical handling, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Familiarity with quality control procedures, accurate data recording, and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Experience operating common laboratory instruments and equipment.
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Valid Ontario's driver's license.
- Strong attention to detail, with well‑developed analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Proficient computer skills, including the effective use of spreadsheet and word‑processing software.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- The role is located at the Redstone Mill, which is approximately 35 kilometers southeast of Timmins, Ontario, Canada.
- The ideal candidate for the role will work a 5-5-4 rotation, 12 hours shifts.
- Although you will be assigned a work schedule, this is not a guaranteed schedule of hours, and your work hours may vary with the needs of the company.
- Gowest Gold promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.
Gowest Gold is an equal opportunity employer, values diversity in its workforce, and encourages applications from qualified candidates. Wherever possible, accommodations are made for qualified applicants with self-declared disabilities. Gowest Gold thanks all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Company reserves the right to administer relevant tests to shortlisted candidates selected for interviews, in an effort to determine their suitability and the preparedness of those candidates to accept and perform in the role for which they have applied.
