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Hudbay Minerals Inc.
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Company
Hudbay Minerals
Exciting job opportunities. Bold lifestyle adventures. A culture of collaboration.
Interested? Let’s talk.
Who we are
Hudbay Minerals Inc. is a vertically integrated mining company that operates mines, concentrators, and metal production facilities. Our vision is of a growing, well managed and consistently profitable company that provides value to our shareholders. Exploration success and continuous improvement in safety, health, environment, and operating performance drive the company’s value. Our employees at every level of the company demonstrate ethics and integrity, take on accountability and achieve success. Strategic planning is a core strength with plan execution enhanced by high levels of understanding and collaboration. Our company strives to build mutual trust and respect with all of our stakeholder groups.
The Copper Mountain mine currently produces approximately 100 million pounds of copper equivalent per year. With a future mill expansion and the integration of New Ingerbelle, the Copper Mountain Mine is expected to produce approximately 140 million pounds of copper equivalent per year over the first 20 years of its 32-year mine life based on reserves. Copper Mountain is committed to the safe, responsible mining of copper, which is vital to powering a clean-energy future.
The Opportunity
Hudbay Minerals Inc. is seeking a Surveyor at our Copper Mountain Mine in Princeton, BC. This position is a 7x7 schedule, day shift rotation.
Please note that this opportunity is NOT a fly-in-fly-out position.
Become a Part of Our Team
As we continue to grow Copper Mountain Mine (BC) Ltd., there are many career development opportunities available for motivated and goal-oriented individuals.
Work with us and you will benefit from the mentorship and guidance of experienced team members because we understand that in order to accomplish our goals, we must work as a team and rely on the effort of every team member.
Location
Copper Mountain Mine is located near the town of Princeton, British Columbia at the center of the scenic Similkameen Valley. Princeton is a community-oriented town with a diverse offering of activities, especially for those who love the outdoors. Princeton is also in close proximity to both the city of Vancouver and the Okanagan.
Summary
The mine surveyor provides essential field surveys for our Mining Operations and Engineering teams. Your work directly supports production through providing field layout and survey pickups, staking ore boundaries, and digital mapping. You will be responsible for collecting accurate data that is critical to mine planning, production reconciliation, and ensuring a safe work environment for all personnel on site.
Responsibilities
Champion a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Conduct daily operational surveys to support production, including face pickups, laying out blast patterns, staking ore boundaries, and providing shovel grade control
Prepare and manage clear documentation for all survey activities
Processing and management of all collected survey data
Ensure data accuracy by performing quality control checks on all pickups and layouts
Update digital site models, calculate volumes, and produce as-built drawings
Provide survey support for construction projects by laying out designs and performing as-built surveys for site infrastructure
Perform other duties as required to support the survey and engineering teams
Education & Experience
A technical diploma in mining, survey or equivalent experience
1 - 3 years of open pit mining experience
Working knowledge of open pit mining
Possess a valid Class 5 British Columbia driver’s license and have access to personal transportation
Required Skills
Commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence
Skilled in use of modern survey equipment
Experience with, or a willingness to learn, drone operation for survey data capture
Ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork, including navigating uneven terrain while carrying equipment
Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Proficient user of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word) and Google Suite.
Working Conditions
Work involves a set work schedule on-site at Copper Mountain Mine and depending on the role and may consist of:
Navigating active mining and construction areas by vehicle and on foot, often on uneven terrain and in various weather conditions.
Exposure to conditions associated with a mine site environment including noise and dust
Work includes lifting or moving up to 20 kgs
Work is conducted in a team environment with regularly scheduled and ad-hoc meetings
Salary Range
$87,930 - $97,700 / annum
Copper Mountain Mine is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. While we consider all qualified applicants for employment and thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Hudbay Minerals
Exciting job opportunities. Bold lifestyle adventures. A culture of collaboration.
Interested? Let’s talk.
Who we are
Hudbay Minerals Inc. is a vertically integrated mining company that operates mines, concentrators, and metal production facilities. Our vision is of a growing, well managed and consistently profitable company that provides value to our shareholders. Exploration success and continuous improvement in safety, health, environment, and operating performance drive the company’s value. Our employees at every level of the company demonstrate ethics and integrity, take on accountability and achieve success. Strategic planning is a core strength with plan execution enhanced by high levels of understanding and collaboration. Our company strives to build mutual trust and respect with all of our stakeholder groups.
The Copper Mountain mine currently produces approximately 100 million pounds of copper equivalent per year. With a future mill expansion and the integration of New Ingerbelle, the Copper Mountain Mine is expected to produce approximately 140 million pounds of copper equivalent per year over the first 20 years of its 32-year mine life based on reserves. Copper Mountain is committed to the safe, responsible mining of copper, which is vital to powering a clean-energy future.
The Opportunity
Hudbay Minerals Inc. is seeking a Surveyor at our Copper Mountain Mine in Princeton, BC. This position is a 7x7 schedule, day shift rotation.
Please note that this opportunity is NOT a fly-in-fly-out position.
Become a Part of Our Team
As we continue to grow Copper Mountain Mine (BC) Ltd., there are many career development opportunities available for motivated and goal-oriented individuals.
Work with us and you will benefit from the mentorship and guidance of experienced team members because we understand that in order to accomplish our goals, we must work as a team and rely on the effort of every team member.
Location
Copper Mountain Mine is located near the town of Princeton, British Columbia at the center of the scenic Similkameen Valley. Princeton is a community-oriented town with a diverse offering of activities, especially for those who love the outdoors. Princeton is also in close proximity to both the city of Vancouver and the Okanagan.
Summary
The mine surveyor provides essential field surveys for our Mining Operations and Engineering teams. Your work directly supports production through providing field layout and survey pickups, staking ore boundaries, and digital mapping. You will be responsible for collecting accurate data that is critical to mine planning, production reconciliation, and ensuring a safe work environment for all personnel on site.
Responsibilities
Champion a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Conduct daily operational surveys to support production, including face pickups, laying out blast patterns, staking ore boundaries, and providing shovel grade control
Prepare and manage clear documentation for all survey activities
Processing and management of all collected survey data
Ensure data accuracy by performing quality control checks on all pickups and layouts
Update digital site models, calculate volumes, and produce as-built drawings
Provide survey support for construction projects by laying out designs and performing as-built surveys for site infrastructure
Perform other duties as required to support the survey and engineering teams
Education & Experience
A technical diploma in mining, survey or equivalent experience
1 - 3 years of open pit mining experience
Working knowledge of open pit mining
Possess a valid Class 5 British Columbia driver’s license and have access to personal transportation
Required Skills
Commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence
Skilled in use of modern survey equipment
Experience with, or a willingness to learn, drone operation for survey data capture
Ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork, including navigating uneven terrain while carrying equipment
Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Proficient user of MS Office Suite (Excel, Word) and Google Suite.
Working Conditions
Work involves a set work schedule on-site at Copper Mountain Mine and depending on the role and may consist of:
Navigating active mining and construction areas by vehicle and on foot, often on uneven terrain and in various weather conditions.
Exposure to conditions associated with a mine site environment including noise and dust
Work includes lifting or moving up to 20 kgs
Work is conducted in a team environment with regularly scheduled and ad-hoc meetings
Salary Range
$87,930 - $97,700 / annum
Copper Mountain Mine is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. While we consider all qualified applicants for employment and thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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