Location: Whitehorse, Yukon – Porter Creek. Casual flexible work arrangements.
About Us: Gladiator Metals is an creative mineral exploration company focused on the Whitehorse Copper Project in the Yukon. Our mission is to responsibly unlock the potential of the Whitehorse Copper Belt, contributing to the global transition to electrification and renewable energy. Guided by a commitment to environmental stewardship, we strive to balance resource development with sustainable practices that protect the natural environment.
Role Overview: Gladiator’s Geotechnical Assistants play a key role in developing the Whitehorse Copper Project. As a Geotechnical Assistant you will support a technical team, processing and collecting geotechnical data from drill core, assisting core logging geologists, maintaining the core shack, and providing general support.
Gladiator has an exploration budget in the vicinity of $15 million for 2026, with a focus on fostering a team‑first approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide support to the Technical Team, including marking up and measuring drill core and collecting high‑quality data within a computerized environment.
- Prepare samples, including quality assurance samples and analytical paperwork.
- Utilize portable XRF (training and certification provided by Gladiator if required) and ReveNIR Handheld NIR Spectrometer.
- Load and unload drill core onto logging racks.
Qualifications and Experience
- Competency in numeracy.
- Physical fitness, able to jointly lift and load core trays onto racks for extended periods.
- High level of attention to detail and computer/digital data entry skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Eligibility to work in Canada.
- At least 8 years of relevant experience, preferably across varying mineralized deposit types with technical proficiency in exploration geology and target generation.
- High proficiency in exploration practices and implementation.
- Proactive and responsible approach to safety and people management.
Schedule & Commencement
Gladiator plans to commence operations from mid‑April through to December, with a strong emphasis on drilling 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Operations will involve a rotational roster; the exact schedule will be determined. Standard workdays are 7 am to 5 pm, 7 days per week, with a monthly roster of approximately 20 days on, 10 days off. We also welcome candidates who can work part‑time (half days, a minimum of 5 hours) or 5 to 6 days per week.
Location and Hiring Preference
The position is based at our core processing facility located near Porter Creek. Gladiator is committed to promoting opportunities for members of the Kwanlin Dun First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, and preference will be given to qualified citizens of these First Nations. Positions are preferentially extended to candidates who currently reside in Whitehorse.