Wastewater Treatment Technician

Terms of Employment: Full-time, Permanent Position

Schedule: 7-days on, 7-days off rotation with 12-hour workdays

About Us

Conuma Resources is a leading Canadian producer of metallurgical coal used in steelmaking around the world. Since 2016, we’ve grown to own and operate a portfolio of five surface mines in the Peace River Coalfields of Northeast British Columbia. Our operations support over 1,000 direct jobs and thousands more indirectly, contributing to the strength of the communities where we live and work. Today, our active mines include Willow Creek, located about 40 minutes from Chetwynd, and Quintette, just 15 minutes from Tumbler Ridge.

Guided by our core values of Safety, Heart, Growth, One Conuma Strong, and Sustainability, we remain focused on responsible growth and on delivering long-term value and resilience to our people and partners.

Come home to Conuma — where community meets opportunity!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure day to day operations, performance and reporting requirements of water treatment systems on site are maintained and conform to operating standards.
• Assist in control processes of the water treatment systems and adjustments in response to change conditions.
• Understand and integrate permit and regulatory requirements for on site water treatment systems.
• Integrate with the water treatment team to develop water treatment solutions to meet compliance requirements.
• Monitor trace chemical, physical and biological tests and document results.
• Understand the physical, chemical and biological pathways of environmental pollutants.
• Implement water management tools, in alignment with long term water management strategies and regulatory authorizations.
• Develop proactive processes, for water management as part of mine planning to deliver efficiencies in mine development, operations, and regulatory authorizations.
• Prepare and submit all necessary data and reports to meet regulatory and other commitments, including presentation of technical information to a variety of audiences.
• Identify areas for innovation to ensure continuous improvement of water treatment and management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Technology, Chemistry, or a related fields is considered an asset.
• Valid Driver's License
• Knowledge or experience in bioreactor technology and other innovative water treatment methods.
• Understanding of environmental regulations and standards pertaining to water quality and treatment.
• Previous experience in mining industry or other natural resource sectors, with experience relating to water quality, air quality, environmental effects monitoring is advantageous.
• Developing skills in building and maintaining relationships with inter-departmental teams, and other key stakeholders.

Technical Competencies & Skills

• Must be able to work 12-hour day and night shifts; on a 7x7 rotation.
• Must be able to communicate in English.
• Proven safety and attendance record.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• High level of attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision and to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and communicate effectively with various departments.
• Familiarity with BC environmental legislation relevant to mining, such as the BC Mines Act, BC Environmental Management Act, Federal Fisheries Act, Federal Species at Risk Act, and BC Wildlife Act.
• Understanding of risk assessment and management in environmental contexts.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment, including working in various weather conditions and learning to operate all-terrain vehicles and snowmobiles as needed.

Wage and Benefits

Conuma Resources takes pride in providing industry-competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package that truly values our employees. Specifically for the Water Treatment Technician role, we offer an hourly wage range of $40.00 - $45.00 per hour, along with a variety of bonuses, including a monthly efficiency bonuses based on safety and production targets, and quarterly retention bonuses. Our benefits package also includes paid vacation and personal days, 7% RRSP matching, and 100% employer-paid extended health and dental care, among other valuable perks.

Employee Transportation

Employee bus transportation is available from:

• Tumbler Ridge to our Wolverine Mine, Brule Mine, and Willow Creek Mine
• Chetwynd to our Brule Mine and Willow Creek Mine
• Dawson Creek to our Willow Creek Mine
• Mackenzie to our Willow Creek Mine

Pre-Employment Testing

Please be advised that all selected applicants will be required to complete pre-employment testing.

Come Home to Conuma

Nestled in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, our local communities in Northeastern British Columbia offer a plethora of outdoor activities, from hiking near majestic waterfalls to exploring 97-million-year-old dinosaur footprints. Engage in ATV and snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, ice hockey, swimming, cycling, and immerse yourself in the warmth of a close-knit community. Affordable costs of living make this region an ideal place to raise a family.

Conuma Resources is an equal opportunity employer.

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