Mining Technician

Fine Gold Resources is a precious metals mining company operating in the Yukon. We operate on a seasonal basis from March to October and are looking for a qualified Mining Technician, to be based in Dawson City, Yukon.

We provide accommodation and meals at our on-site camp and offer a highly competitive compensation package.

The mine operates 24/7 with two shifts each day - a day shift and a night shift - with a rotation schedule. During their time off employees may stay on-site at the camp or venture to Dawson City for some time away.

For candidates local to the Dawson City area, we are open to considering an onsite / offsite working schedule.

Mining Technician

The Mining Technician plays a key technical role in placer mining operations by supporting surveying, mine planning, production analysis, and operational execution . This position is responsible for tracking production, designing and adjusting mine plans, monitoring equipment productivity, and supporting data-driven decision-making to optimize gold recovery and operational efficiency.

Core Technical Responsibilities

Conduct surveying and mapping of mining areas using GPS and other surveying tools

Track mining progress against plans, production targets, and timelines

Assist in designing mine plans , pit layouts, haul roads, and excavation sequences

Monitor and analyze machinery productivity and utilization rates

Support operational scheduling of mining activities, equipment, and workforce

Perform forecasting of production, material movement, and resource requirements

Test, sample, and track gold productivity across mining areas to evaluate performance

Maintain accurate mapping of site locations , pits, stockpiles, and infrastructure

Maintain and organize drilling records and geological data

Assist with designing future drilling programs and exploration plans

Develop cost projections and estimates for mining areas and operational phases

Key Responsibilities

Surveying & Mine Planning

Conduct topographic and as-built surveys of pits, stockpiles, and haul roads

Mark boundaries, cut lines, and drill locations in accordance with mine plans

Update and maintain mine maps and survey data

Adjust mine plans based on field conditions, productivity results, and geological findings

Production Tracking & Analysis

Track daily and weekly production metrics (yardage, throughput, recovery rates)

Monitor variances between planned and actual production

Analyze gold recovery data to improve efficiency

Generate reports to support operational decision-making

Mining Operations

Support extraction of placer material using excavators, loaders, and bulldozers

Coordinate feed to wash plants and sluicing systems

Assist with stripping, stockpiling, and reclamation activities

Equipment Productivity & Scheduling

Monitor equipment performance, downtime, and utilization

Support development of equipment schedules and shift plans

Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce downtime

Drilling & Exploration Support

Track and maintain drilling logs and records

Assist in planning drill programs and target areas

Coordinate drill site preparation and layout

Support interpretation of drilling and sampling results

Cost Control & Forecasting

Assist in preparing cost estimates and budgets for mining areas

Monitor operating costs and identify cost-saving opportunities

Forecast material volumes, fuel usage, and production outputs

Gold Recovery & Processing

Monitor wash plants, trommels, and sluice boxes

Assist with gold clean-ups and recovery optimization

Evaluate recovery efficiency across mining zones

Health, Safety & Compliance

Follow all safety protocols and participate in hazard assessments

Ensure compliance with regulatory and environmental requirements

Promote a strong safety culture on-site

Environmental Stewardship

Support water management and recycling systems

Assist in reclamation and land restoration activities

Monitor environmental impact and compliance

Qualifications and Skills

Post-secondary education in Mining Technology, Geomatics, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred

Experience in mining work environments, surveying, or heavy equipment operations is an asset

Valid driver’s license

Experience with GPS/survey software (e.g., Trimble, Leica)

First Aid / CPR certification

Mine safety training

Strong understanding of mine planning, surveying, and production tracking

Ability to interpret maps, plans, and technical data

Analytical mindset with strong data tracking and forecasting skills

Mechanical awareness of mining equipment performance

Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Ability to work in remote, physically demanding environments

Working Conditions

Outdoor work in varying terrain and extreme weather conditions

10–12-hour work shifts while in camp

Remote camp-based environment