Role Overview

Reporting to the Superintendent, Process Optimization, the Sr. Technician, Metallurgy & Technology (Temporary) provides technical support for process improvement, technology development, and operational performance initiatives across Trail Operations. This role conducts laboratory, pilot, and plant-scale investigations; analyzes process data; supports troubleshooting activities; and collaborates with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify and implement process improvements safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Conduct laboratory, pilot-scale, and plant-based testing to support process improvements and technology development.
• Analyze process and laboratory data, prepare technical reports, and provide recommendations based on findings.
• Support process troubleshooting, optimization, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Operate, modify, maintain, and troubleshoot testing and process equipment.
• Assist with feasibility studies, equipment evaluations, and process development projects.
• Coordinate and support plant trials, startup activities, and technical investigations.
• Provide technical guidance to technicians, operators, tradespeople, contractors, and project team members.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve technical issues and improve plant performance.
• Initiate maintenance work requests and support procurement activities as required.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and occupational hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Institute of Technology or University in metallurgical, mineral processing or chemical sciences or certified with Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC) in a relevant field is required
• A minimum of 8 years relevant experience with working knowledge of physical, chemical and metallurgical processes is required
• Experience in the design, construction, operation, troubleshooting, and modification of laboratory, pilot, and plant-scale equipment.
• An ability to work both independently and as part of a team to contribute to the success of a technical group is required
• Highly organized self-starter with strong time management skills are a must
• Proficiency in computer systems: MS Office, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel is required.
• Experience with Trail’s process data systems, (e.g. PDH, LIMS, GE Aps) or metallurgical modelling software an asset