Photo: Front Row (L-R): Phillip Tysoe (Superintendent Training Pathways), Lyndon Roberts, Hunter Erikson, Kevin Ackerman (CTC Instructor) 2nd Row (L-R): Sierra Tokarski, Dylan Laliberte, Sarah Wilson, Mickey Tolofson, Mackenzie Jonasson, Loretta Nosbush, Tyler Caron Back Row (L-R): Tina Loyns (Maintenance Supervisor), Ashley Manitopyes, Vivian Tobias, Alison Solmes (Maintenance Supervisor), Erica Gerwing, Allison Pasitney (Submitted/Carlton Trail College)

By Cam Lee

Potash Academy

BHP, Carlton Trail launch BHP Potash Academy program

Jan 15, 2025 | 9:53 AM

Carlton Trail College and BHP have launched the BHP Potash Academy.

Thirteen trainees are participating in the orientation on the Jansen mine site this week. They will start in the classroom at Carlton Trail College in Humboldt Jan. 20.

A Carlton Trail news release said the eight-month paid traineeship is designed to help those new to the mining industry develop skills essential for roles as a maintenance technician or in production at the Jansen site.

The program involves classroom and theory learning, and practical workshop training to give the trainees hands-on experience. Upon completion, the trainees will earn a Certificate in Mining Essentials, an Applied Certificate in Industrial Mechanics, and permanent, full-time employment at the mine site.

“We are excited to continue our partnership with Carlton Trail and are thrilled to welcome the Potash Academy’s first cohort. The launch of Potash Academy is an important milestone that will support the long-term success of Jansen and economic growth and participation in the region. We look forward to working with this great group of trainees who bring diverse experience that they can apply to BHP and the mining industry,” Graham Reynolds, General Manager of Operations, BHP, said in a news release.

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“With the launch of this new partnership between our College and BHP, we are bridging the gap between workforce need, classroom learning and the real-world application of skills,” said Amy Yeager, Carlton Trail College President and CEO. “We look forward to delivering this unique initiative that will shape the future of both training and industry.”

“BHP is a strong partner that supports Carlton Trail College and other post-secondary institutions in developing a skilled and representative workforce,” added Minister of Advanced Education Ken Cheveldayoff. “This partnership is a clear demonstration of the success that comes from Saskatchewan post-secondary institutions working with key industry partners to create training opportunities that meet the needs of students and employers in the region.”

The Academy was formed by BHP and Carlton Trail in July of last year to help boost additional paths to careers in the mining industry. According to BHP, about 5,500 job opportunities will be available during construction of the mine, and 900 full-time positions once the mine is operational.

You can learn more about the Potash Academy and how to apply here.

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Cam.lee@pattisonmedia.com