Workplace Type: OnsiteClosing Date: About Red ChrisOur 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.
About the projectRed Chris is a gold and copper mine located in the Tahltan Territory, northern British Columbia. The mine has been in operation since 2015 and has been operated by Newmont since 2023.
Red Chris is now transitioning from open pit mining to underground block caving-an advanced mining method that extends mine life while reducing environmental impact. This transformation represents one of Canada's most significant underground mining developments and introduces new technical complexity, large-scale underground infrastructure, and opportunities to implement world-class systems and practices.
Newmont is committed to working in partnership with the Tahltan Nation and local communities, ensuring the project delivers lasting environmental, social, and economic benefits while maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational excellence.
Your ImpactAs an Administrative Assistant, you will provide essential administrative and coordination support that keeps project teams focused on safe and effective underground mine development. Your work ensures timely communication, reliable information flow, and efficient day-to-day operations across a large, multidisciplinary project environment.
As a part of our team, you will- Support daily administrative tasks for project leaders and technical teams.
- Coordinate meetings, manage calendars, and help maintain smooth team scheduling.
- Prepare, edit, and distribute correspondence, presentations, and project documents.
- Maintain filing systems, project records, and document control workflows.
- Assist with onboarding logistics, training coordination, and access requests.
- Track and reconcile expenses, invoices, and procurement requests.
- Support travel logistics for team members and contractors.
- Monitor office supplies and site administration materials to ensure availability.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support communication and information flow.
- Uphold safety, confidentiality, and compliance requirements in all administrative processes.
Prerequisites for success in this role- Diploma or certificate in Office Administration, Business Administration, or related discipline.
- Experience providing administrative support in mining, construction, industrial, or project-based environments is an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and digital document management systems.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Clear, professional communication skills and a collaborative approach.
- High attention to detail, reliability, and discretion when handling sensitive information.
- Ability to adapt to fast-paced project environments and remote work settings.
Your work environmentThis role will support the Red Chris Block Cave Project located in northern British Columbia.
The position is fly-in fly-out and operates on a rotational schedule of 15 days on and 13 days off.
You will work in a remote, high-altitude mining environment, supporting the development and execution of a large-scale underground mining project.
Newmont provides coordinated transportation to and from site through designated marshalling points located in:
- Vancouver
- Kelowna
- Calgary
- Smithers
Travel arrangements are coordinated to ensure safe and reliable access to site.
While on site, accommodations and services include:
- Comfortable accommodations
- Nutritious meals
- Wi-Fi and entertainment
- Fitness facilities
- Recreational amenities
Why join Newmont- Competitive salary aligned with experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive benefits
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan
- Professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to work on one of Canada's most significant underground mining projects
- Commitment to safety, inclusion, and partnership with the Tahltan Nation
The expected salary range for this role is CA$72,700 - 90,900 . 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!
