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First Quantum Minerals
4.2
based on 101 Reviews
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Company Summary
First Quantum operates globally in copper production, focusing on mining and processing to meet the demand in the minerals industry.
Overall Rating
4.2/5
based on 101 reviews

8% above
industry average

Highly rated for
Work-life balance, Skill development, Company culture

Critically rated for
Promotions, Salary
Work Policy

Rotational Shift
64% employees reported

Flexible timing
51% employees reported

Within city
34% employees reported

Day shift
82% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Job/Soft skill training
19 employees reported
Free meal
12 employees reported
Office cab/shuttle
11 employees reported
Professional degree assistance
11 employees reported
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About First Quantum Minerals
Founded in1983 (42 yrs old)
India Employee Count1-10
Global Employee Count10k-50k
HeadquartersVancouver, Canada
Office Locations
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Websitefirst-quantum.com
Primary Industry
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First Quantum is a global copper company. We produce copper in the form of concentrate, cathode, and anode, and have inventories of nickel, gold, and cobalt. We operate long-life mines in several countries and employ approximately 20,000 people worldwide.
We are well-known for our ‘can do’ attitude and specialist technical, engineering, construction, and operational skills, which allow us to develop and successfully run complex mines and minerals processing plants.
As a company and individuals, we strive to go beyond the goals set by other companies. After 25 years of operations, we are now one of the world’s top 10 copper producers, exporting millions of tonnes of concentrate from multiple countries to customers worldwide. We are focused on providing a tangible benefit from everything we do for investors, employees and the many communities that host our operations.
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First Quantum Minerals Ratings
based on 101 reviews
Overall Rating
4.2/5
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4.0
Work-life balance
4.0
Skill development
3.8
Company culture
3.8
Work satisfaction
3.6
Job security
3.1
Salary
3.0
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First Quantum Minerals is rated 4.2 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 101 company reviews. This rating reflects a generally positive employee experience, indicating satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Overall Rating | 4.2/5 based on 101 reviews | 3.7/5 based on 763 reviews | 3.8/5 based on 711 reviews | 4.2/5 based on 3.1k reviews |
Highly Rated for | Skill development Work-life balance Company culture | Salary | Job security | Job security Skill development Work-life balance |
Critically Rated for | Promotions Salary | Company culture Work-life balance Work satisfaction | Promotions | No critically rated category |
Primary Work Policy | - | Work from office 89% employees reported | Work from office 90% employees reported | Work from office 83% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | - Data not available rated by 1 women | 3.3 Average rated by 109 women | 3.2 Average rated by 33 women | 4.1 Good rated by 193 women |
Rating by Men Employees | 4.1 Good rated by 74 men | 3.8 Good rated by 599 men | 3.9 Good rated by 647 men | 4.2 Good rated by 2.7k men |
Job security | 3.6 Good | 3.7 Good | 4.0 Good | 4.4 Good |
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First Quantum Minerals Salaries
First Quantum Minerals salaries have received with an average score of 3.1 out of 5 by 101 employees.
Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
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₹0.1 L/yr - ₹0.1 L/yr
Manager Materials
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₹11.4 L/yr - ₹14.6 L/yr
Land Surveyor
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₹21.6 L/yr - ₹27.6 L/yr
Process Supervisor
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₹0.2 L/yr - ₹0.2 L/yr
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
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₹0.5 L/yr - ₹0.6 L/yr
Electrical & Instrumentation Technician
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₹10.8 L/yr - ₹13.8 L/yr
Boiler Maker
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₹14.8 L/yr - ₹18.9 L/yr
Metallurgical Engineer
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₹9 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr
Senior Chemist
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₹0.6 L/yr - ₹0.8 L/yr
Doctor
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₹20.7 L/yr - ₹26.5 L/yr
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First Quantum Minerals News
TSX Points Higher
- TSX Composite Index increased by 115.78 points to close at 25,033.28.
- The Canadian dollar rose by 0.40 cents to 69.89 cents U.S.
- First Quantum Minerals discontinued two arbitration proceedings and its shares rose by 4.9%.
- Rogers Communications shares dropped by 5.9% after a rating downgrade from Scotiabank.
Baystreet | 2 Apr, 2025

TSX Makes Way Higher
- The TSX Composite Index rose by 152.35 points to 25,069.85 despite potential reciprocal tariffs announcement by President Donald Trump.
- First Quantum Minerals discontinued two arbitration proceedings, boosting their shares by 3.3%.
- Rogers Communications saw a drop of 5.9% in shares after its rating was cut by Scotiabank.
- The S&P 500 climbed as the market awaited clarity on President Trump's tariff policy and faced pressure due to weaker-than-expected economic data.
Baystreet | 1 Apr, 2025

TSX Slides Ahead of Tariffs
- Canada's main stock index, the TSX Composite, opened lower on Tuesday due to losses in financials and cautious investor sentiment ahead of President Donald Trump's planned announcement of reciprocal tariffs.
- First Quantum Minerals agreed to end two arbitration proceedings related to its Cobre Panama copper mine, resulting in a jump in the company's shares.
- President Trump is set to announce reciprocal tariffs that will bring U.S. tariffs to other countries' levels on Wednesday, with specific details yet to be revealed.
- The S&P 500 remained flat as the market awaited clarity on Trump's tariff policy rollout and faced pressure from weaker-than-expected economic data.
Baystreet | 1 Apr, 2025

TSX at 3-Week High
- Canada's main stock index, the TSX Composite, reached a three-week high driven by hopes of a moderate approach by the U.S. on new tariffs.
- Copper miners, such as Teck Resources, First Quantum Minerals, and Hudbay Minerals, saw gains as traders increased shipments in response to Trump's tariff threats.
- Peyto Exploration & Development saw an increase in stock price after BMO upgraded its rating.
- Stocks on Wall Street, including the Dow Jones Industrials, S&P 500, and NASDAQ, rose as reports suggested Trump may hold back on implementing some tariff plans, easing concerns of a trade war.
Baystreet | 24 Mar, 2025

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First Quantum Minerals FAQs
When was First Quantum Minerals founded?
First Quantum Minerals was founded in 1983. The company has been operating for 42 years primarily in the Metals & Mining sector.
Where is the First Quantum Minerals headquarters located?
First Quantum Minerals is headquartered in Vancouver.
How many employees does First Quantum Minerals have in India?
First Quantum Minerals currently has more than 9 employees in India. Production, Manufacturing & Engineering department appears to have the highest employee count in First Quantum Minerals based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does First Quantum Minerals have good work-life balance?
First Quantum Minerals has a work-life balance rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 100+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 79% employees rated First Quantum Minerals 4 or above on work-life balance. This rating reflects the company's efforts to help employees maintain a healthy balance between their personal and professional lives. We encourage you to read First Quantum Minerals work-life balance reviews for more details
Is First Quantum Minerals good for career growth?
Career growth at First Quantum Minerals is rated as moderate, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.0. 21% employees rated First Quantum Minerals 3 or below, while 79% employees rated it 4 or above on promotions/appraisal. This rating suggests that while some employees view growth opportunities favorably, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We recommend reading First Quantum Minerals promotions/appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the pros and cons of working in First Quantum Minerals?
Working at First Quantum Minerals comes with several advantages and disadvantages. It is highly rated for skill development, work life balance and company culture. However, it is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal and salary & benefits, based on 100+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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