Lab Technician

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to our clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with the unique needs of our clients. With over 800 employees and 6,000 contractors operating in over 50 countries, our geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry  

Airswift is working with one of our major oil & gas clients to find a Laboratory Technician to join their team in a 1-year assignment in Fort Saskatchewan, AB.

Key Activities and Responsibilities:

• Perform accurate and on-time routine and non-routine analysis including final product certification.
• Daily and effective communication with operational, environmental, engineering departments and off-spec notification as needed.
• Troubleshoot and maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment as per identified standard requirements (i.e. internal QA/QC, preventative maintenance, ISO 9001 and 17025).
• Support continuous improvement to assure reliable operations of the laboratory.
• Work closely with other laboratory team and plant operations to assist in product quality investigations.
• Participate in internal and external audits.

Qualifications:

• Chemical Technology Diploma, BSc in Chemistry or Environmental Science or equivalent preferred

• This a rotation schedule 4 day on, 4 days off, 4 days on, 5 days off etc. You will work 2-day shift and 2-night shift of 12 hours.

One of our major clients in the Mining & Metals industry is looking for an Underground?Heavy Duty Mechanic for a one-year contract to work in Lac de Gras (Northern Territories of Canada). There is a huge possibility to extend the contract for another year since the project will go on until 2026.

The client is offering Fly-in/Fly-out from Edmonton/Yellowknife/Fort Smith to Nunavut, BC (Northern Territories of Canada - area where Lac de Gras is located).

If you don’t have Underground experience but worked as a Heavy Duty Mechanic you could suit the role as well. You only need to have experience with Atlas Mining and/or Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology equipment.

We are looking for a Heavy Duty Mechanic with Underground experience that will be responsible for repairing heavy mining equipment in a safe, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective manner to ensure equipment availability is maximized.

This role is a great opportunity to work with our client's Diamond Mine. Located in the Northwest Territories of Canada, the Company's Diamond Mine is a producer of gem-quality diamonds. At their company, a strong focus is placed on protecting the local environment, as well as supporting communities through employment and education.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost-effective, safe, and environmentally friendly repairs to maximize equipment availability.
• The incumbent will be working on but not limited to Epiroc MT6020 haul trucks, Boltecs, Simbas, Jumbos, autonomous ST14 scoop trams, ST1530, ST18 scoop trams, Normet shotcrete sprayers, transmixers, etc.
• The mine is primarily Epiroc equipment.
• Fill out the work orders and reports on repairs and diagnoses prior to the end of each shift.
• Provide sufficient detail about repairs so that others can understand what work has been done on the equipment.
• Keep work areas clean and free of safety hazards continuously.
• Conduct safety audits as per company policy.
• Provide written reports to the Mobile Maintenance Supervisor as requested.
• Adhere to safety and environmental rules and contribute to safety and productivity by constructively participating in safety meetings and incident investigations.
• Conduct equipment reviews to ensure new and existing equipment meets site safety and operational requirements.
• Assist other tradespersons to achieve Maintenance goals as required.
• Help develop Heavy Duty Mechanic apprentices including delegating tasks or projects that will assist with their skill development and meet apprenticeship requirements.

• Journeyperson certification as a Heavy Duty Mechanic.
• Interprovincial Red Seal certification.
• Understanding of the NWT Mines Act.
• Familiarity with new technologies and equipment (e.g., Cat SIS, Cummins Insight, etc.).
• Ability to maintain and repair industrial equipment.
• Proven oral, written, and active listening skills and ability to work in high-stress situations and resolve issues.

• 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off (first week: dayshift, second week: nightshift).

• Current St. John’s Ambulance Standard First Aid Certificate with CPR.
• Training on the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).

• The Diesel Fitter (DF) will be a member of the maintenance team with primary focus/accountability for all maintenance activities for company plant and equipment.
• The Diesel Fitter (DF) will be accountable for maintenance of the KGL fleet, in addition to both planned and unplanned maintenance activities for all plant and equipment.
• The Diesel Fitter (DF) will have the necessary skills, experience, and training to deliver the expected results, performance, and functions of the role.
• Accountability for the safe operational delivery of all maintenance services of the company, with an obligation to ensure the SMO is continuously informed of opportunities, progress and results.
• To ensure that all maintenance reporting activities are adhered to and completed as per existing, and to be created, and submitted to the SMO for review and acceptance.
• Ensuring all maintenance schedules are adhered to.
• to ensure all allocated work is achieved on time, within budget and in accordance with the client specifications.

• A minimum 5 years’ experience in the position with accountability for maintenance task assignment, including adherence to planned and unplanned maintenance.
• A minimum 5 years’ experience working in a contracting environment within mining and metals, civil, construction or heavy industrial industries.
• Strong working knowledge of HR and WHS requirements, expectations and practices within a mining and metals, civil, construction or heavy industrial context.
• Proven experience leading operational personnel.
• Strong working knowledge of knowledge and experience with CAT and Terex plant and equipment.
• Ideally a valid PNG drivers’ license.
• It is expected the DF will have the following personal attributes:
• Be a recognized team player and can lead, motivate, build teams, and work unsupervised.
• Exceptional oral and written skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Approachable, fair, and equitable in both business and personal dealings.