Intermediate Mining / Civil Field Technologist

At Stantec, we help deliver the critical minerals needed to power our world, from the cars we drive to the infrastructure powering our communities. And we don’t just design the largest, deepest, and most technically challenging mines in the world—we do it sustainably. We’re helping clients reduce energy usage, adopt clean energy sources, and implement digital solutions and automation.

Join our team of mining professionals and you’ll be at the forefront of this evolving industry while building the mine of the future. You’ll also build your own future, with exciting opportunities for development and advancement.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is currently searching for an experienced Mining/Civil Field Technologist. This is a non-exempt position; any overtime hours worked will be remunerated based on provincial employment regulations. Under the supervision of the Operations Support Manager, the candidate is responsible for completing operations maintenance and surveillance monitoring tasks for earthen structures at active mine sites and civil earthwork projects. This position will work independently in the field with support from their functional manager and Project Manager.

This is primarily a field-based position which may include some office rotations. Work schedules will be based on project specific requirements and will require frequent rotations of 12-hour shifts (day/night), as well as travel to remote field locations including Northern Canada. Travel hours and expenses incurred while travelling to and from the project will only be covered from approved locations (Calgary, Vancouver, Saskatoon and Edmonton).

Your Key Responsibilities

Participating in and following site-specific Health Safety Security Environment (HSSE) policies with the goal of achieving zero workplace incidents and the promotion of a safe work environment for all

Participating in daily tailgate meetings

Identifying and reporting hazards and unsafe conditions and seeking to improve safety with reference to known policies and procedures

Monitoring geotechnical parameters to provide quality control in accordance with design and sampling/testing specifications

Completing advanced soil sampling and compaction testing using a portable nuclear gauge

Interpreting design and IFC drawings, as well as material and construction specifications

Storing, transporting and maintaining nuclear densometers

Reporting on technical construction monitoring observations and results and providing guidance during construction

Adhering to quality control, documentation, and data management procedures

Contributing to standardized procedures and policies, as well as the identification and execution of shared goals and objectives

Troubleshooting technical issues in the field to consistently deliver high quality results

Operating light vehicles (4x4 pickups) and/or all-terrain vehicles to gain access to construction areas

Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders to gather information