Supervisor, Assay Lab

Workplace Type: Onsite

Closing Date:

About Newmont

At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer - we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

About Red Chris

Our Red Chris Mine, located in the heart of Northern British Columbia on the traditional territory of the Tahltan Nation. A short distance from Iskut and Dease Lake, Our fly-in, fly-out site offers access from various points across British Columbia and Alberta. Red Chris currently operates as an open-pit copper and gold mine with a promising future to transition to a high-value underground block cave operation. To learn more about the Red Chris Block Cave project, visit our Virtual Open House

At Red Chris, we prioritize the health, safety, and comfort of our team. Our accommodations include reliable Wi-Fi, nutritious meals, recreational facilities, a well-equipped gym with fitness classes, and access to on-site counselling. We offer competitive salaries, retirement savings matching, transportation and PPE allowances, and opportunities for career development. Our workplace is drug- and alcohol-free, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member is empowered to take initiative, care for one another, and contribute to our collective success.

Your impact

As an Assay Lab Supervisor at Newmont, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely, and reliable assay results that directly support safe production, grade control, and business decision‑making. Your leadership helps uphold Newmont’s standards for safety, quality, and operational excellence across site operations.

As part of our team, you will

• Lead daily assay laboratory operations to meet production and turnaround targets
• Supervise, coach, and develop laboratory staff in a safety‑first environment
• Ensure analytical accuracy through strong QA/QC processes and data review
• Operate and maintain key analytical instruments including AAS, ICP‑OES, balances, and analyzers
• Oversee sample preparation, testing, documentation, and reporting
• Maintain SOPs, accreditation requirements, and laboratory inventory
• Champion compliance with Newmont health, safety, environmental, and site policies

Prerequisites for your success in this role

• Degree or diploma in Chemistry, Chemical Sciences, or equivalent experience
• 8-10 years of experience in a base metals or gold mine assay laboratory
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience
• Demonstrated capability in instrument maintenance and troubleshooting,
• Strong knowledge of copper and gold assay methods, QA/QC standards, and ISO accreditation
• Experience with LIMS, data validation, and final data approval
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• BC Certified Assayer is an asset

Your work environment

• Site‑based role supporting mill and mine operations
• Fast‑paced laboratory setting with varying sample volumes
• Collaborative, safety‑driven team culture
• Strong focus on continuous improvement and responsible mining
  

At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.

The expected salary range for this role is CA$$105,800.00 -141,100.00/yr +15%STIP . This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.

We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply - we’d love to hear from you!