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Avalanche Safety and Aviation Lead Technician
Skeena Gold + Silver
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smithers, Canada
Location
smithers
Posted
June 27, 2026
Commute
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Job Description
Play a crucial role in safety management as the Lead Technician for Avalanche and Aviation at Skeena Gold + Silver's Eskay Creek mine. Focus on operational excellence and safety compliance within a diverse team.
Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, you will oversee avalanche safety initiatives and aviation operations for the Eskay Creek project. Your responsibilities will include leading risk assessments and operations coordination, as well as ensuring that best practices in safety and emergency response are followed. This permanent role provides the opportunity to make a significant impact on your team's safety culture.
Key Responsibilities:
• Drive the Avalanche Safety Program's operations
• Lead daily avalanche control and forecasting
• Supervise and guide Avalanche Technicians
• Implement site-wide emergency response plans
• Collaborate on aviation-related safety protocols
Requirements:
• CAA Avalanche professional with Level 2 certification
• R...
Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, you will oversee avalanche safety initiatives and aviation operations for the Eskay Creek project. Your responsibilities will include leading risk assessments and operations coordination, as well as ensuring that best practices in safety and emergency response are followed. This permanent role provides the opportunity to make a significant impact on your team's safety culture.
Key Responsibilities:
• Drive the Avalanche Safety Program's operations
• Lead daily avalanche control and forecasting
• Supervise and guide Avalanche Technicians
• Implement site-wide emergency response plans
• Collaborate on aviation-related safety protocols
Requirements:
• CAA Avalanche professional with Level 2 certification
• R...