Instrumentation & Controls Technician

BW Gold is a wholly owned subsidiary of Artemis Gold Inc (“Artemis”). Artemis is listed on the TSX Venture exchange, and is a well-financed, growth-oriented gold development company with strong financials aimed at creating shareholder value through the identification, acquisition, and development of gold properties in mining friendly jurisdictions. Our current focus is construction of the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia approximately 160km southwest of Prince George and 450km northeast of Vancouver.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to join an entrepreneurial organization focused on technical excellence without the bureaucracy of larger firms. You will have the ability to make a significant contribution to the project team as the Company pursues the disciplined development of the Blackwater Mine. Artemis Gold received its BC Mines Act permit for Blackwater Mine in March 2023 enabling the project to move into major works construction. 

Reporting to the Supervisor – Electrical & Instrumentation, the Instrumentation & Controls technician is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable and effective operation & maintenance of process control instrumentation and Process Control Systems across site

Location: Blackwater Mine site - located 160 km southwest of Prince George, BC.

Schedule: Two (2) Weeks On – Two (2) Weeks Off Rotation

Employment Type: Permanent

• Provide technical support, guidance and coaching to site personnel on best practice and technical matters related to instrumentation selection and use
• Conduct performance evaluations to identify operational limitations and initiate steps to enhance system performance
• Install, calibrate, and maintain control and measurement instruments according to manufacturer’s specifications and site-specific regulations
• Troubleshoot and correct related technical malfunctions with instrumentation and process control equipment
• Create and alter programming for PLC control systems
• Modify configuration of instruments, control system components and other field devices to ensure reliable operation.
• Inspect and test instruments and systems to diagnose faults using test instruments such as multimeters, simulators, communicators, software etc. Run cables for Process control systems and  Instrumentation

• Install Instrumentation air piping and tubing for new and existing instruments
• Prepare and submit regular feedback on work orders resulting from maintenance activities to improve maintenance plans, records and task lists
• Maintain accurate documentation, calibration reports, drawings, etc.
• Revise and create work drawings, P&IDs and other documentation and submit for approval to supervision
• Work closely with maintenance, production & engineering teams to achieve common goals
• Identify & execute minor improvement projects
• Ensure work follows company HSE policies and procedures, quality, schedule, budget, security, industry standards and best practices
• Demonstrate continuous improvement to enhance operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes
• Provide mentorship and training of Instrumentation and control personnel and Apprentices

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a mining or heavy industrial environment.
• Minimum qualifications of either:
- Instrument trade certification
• Or a thorough understanding of:
₋ Instrumentation devices and process use
₋ Process control systems (PLC)
₋ Familiarity with ControlLogix, Studio 5000, RS Linx
₋ Instrumentation installations and best practices
• Experience in mentoring of peer personnel
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• Proactivity and ability to work independently.
• Provide quality, detail-oriented safety driven results
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Computer literate and advanced skills in the Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Working knowledge of CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
• Valid driver’s license.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• RRSP Matching
• Extended Health, Dental & Vision Care 
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Program

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, national origin, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, or any other basis protected by law.  We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples. Members of Indigenous communities should clearly identify their status on their resume.