Instrumentation Technician - Red Chris Mine - 2 Weeks On / 2 Weeks Off - FIFO
Newmont is seeking a Journeyperson Instrument Mechanic for its Red Chris Mine, a fly-in/fly-out copper and gold operation near Dease Lake, BC, within the Tahltan Nation territory. This full-time, onsite position supports the safe and reliable operation of process control instrumentation and automation systems, with a competitive hourly wage of CA$55.14. The role includes camp accommodations, travel support, catered meals, gym access, and a safety-first, inclusive work culture. Responsibilities include preventative and corrective maintenance, calibration, control system programming, and engineering support across the site.
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Responsibilities
Support process control systems by maintaining, calibrating, and improving instrumentation across the Red Chris Mine site.
- Install, calibrate, and maintain control and measurement instruments
- Troubleshoot instrumentation and control system faults
- Modify and configure control devices and perform diagnostics using multimeters, simulators, and software
- Run control system cables and install air piping/tubing
- Support Emerson DeltaV and PLC-based systems
- Maintain system documentation, calibration records, and drawings
- Assist with project planning, performance evaluations, and minor improvements
- Coach apprentices and ensure instrumentation best practices are followed
Requirements
Candidates should bring strong instrumentation experience in mining or industrial settings, and familiarity with DeltaV or PLC systems.
- Red Seal Instrumentation ticket or related applied sciences degree
- Minimum 5 years' experience in mining or heavy industrial environments
- Knowledge of Emerson DeltaV DCS, PLCs, and industrial networks
- Experience with instrument selection, calibration, and maintenance
- Proficiency with flow, pressure, temperature, and analytical sensors
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, SAP, and technical documentation
- Strong safety focus, technical problem-solving, and mentoring ability
Perks and Benefits
This position offers competitive wages, remote camp living, and strong support for instrumentation professionals working FIFO at Red Chris Mine.
- Hourly wage of CA$55.14
- Fly-in/fly-out with travel allowance and coordination
- Camp accommodations with meals, Wi-Fi, gym, and recreation
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching
- Career advancement and training opportunities
- Inclusive, safety-driven workplace culture
Worksite/Project
Red Chris Mine
The Red Chris Mine, situated in British Columbia's Golden Triangle, is a significant copper and gold mining operation. Established in 2015, it operates as an open-pit mine with ongoing exploration to assess underground block cave potential. Initially developed by Imperial Metals, the mine became a joint venture in 2019, with Newcrest Mining Limited acquiring a 70% stake and assuming operational control, while Imperial Metals retained a 30% interest. In 2023, Newcrest was acquired by Newmont Corporation, making Newmont the majority owner and operator of Red Chris. The mine's strategic location and substantial reserves position it as a key contributor to Canada's mining sector, with ongoing developments aimed at enhancing its production capabilities and extending its operational lifespan.
Red Chris MineEmployer Hiring
Newmont Corporation
Newmont Corporation is the world's largest gold mining company, publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker NEM and headquartered in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 1916, Newmont is principally a gold producer that also generates copper, silver, lead, and zinc as by-products. The company became the world's largest gold producer through its acquisition of Goldcorp in 2019 and its 2023 acquisition of Newcrest Mining, and following a portfolio streamlining completed in 2025, it now operates a concentrated group of large-scale "tier-one" mines across the Americas, Australia, and Papua New Guinea. Its operations span the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Suriname, Argentina, Peru, Ghana, Australia, and Papua New Guinea. In Canada, Newmont's operations are anchored in the Golden Triangle region of northwestern British Columbia, where it operates the Brucejack mine — one of the highest-grade underground gold mines in the world — and holds a majority interest in the Red Chris copper-gold mine, with its North American regional hub based in Vancouver. The company's products serve the jewelry, electronics, investment, and industrial sectors worldwide.
Newmont Corporation