Heavy Duty Mechanic

Job summary

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mine equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations. Focus on preventative maintenance and major component rebuilds to maximize equipment availability.

Job details

Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team Boost your career by joining an established organization Receive a competitive wage of $59.87 per hour, plus bonus and benefits About Centerra Gold Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition of quality mining assets in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide. Centerra’s vision is to build a team-based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors. For more information, please see our website. About Mount Milligan Mine Located approximately 155 kilometres northwest of Prince George in central BC, the Mount Milligan Mine is a conventional truck-shovel open-pit copper and gold mine and concentrator with a 60,000 tpd capacity copper flotation processing plant. Mount Milligan operates with comfortable camp accommodations equipped with private washrooms, TV, Wi-Fi, an onsite gym, and other recreational activities. Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from several locations within the region. Mount Milligan promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site. About The Opportunity Mount Milligan is seeking a skilled Trade, Mine Mechanic (Heavy Duty Mechanic) to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mine equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operations. This role focuses on preventative maintenance and timely repairs to maximize equipment availability and support production goals. You’ll work closely with the Mine Operations and Maintenance teams to keep equipment running smoothly and safely. Key Responsibilities Maintain and repair mine equipment, including major component replacements and rebuilds. Perform preventative maintenance (inspections, lubrication, oil changes, failure analysis). Diagnose faults using computer programs and order parts as needed. Test repaired equipment for proper performance. Comply with all safety, health, and environmental standards. Maintain a clean and safe work environment and collaborate with Mine and Mill Operations. About You High school diploma or equivalent. BC or Interprovincial Red Seal Heavy-Duty Mechanic certification, required. Minimum 3+ years of experience with surface mining or heavy industrial equipment. Valid Class 5 Driver’s License. WHMIS and TDG certifications considered assets. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Excellent safety record and ability to work independently or in a team. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in adverse conditions. Working Conditions Camp-based role working 12-hour days on a 7 day on/7 day off rotation, with accommodation provided during rotation. Exposure to indoor/outdoor environments, heavy equipment, noise, and moving parts. PPE always required. Safety-sensitive environment with zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy. Bus transportation provided from regional locations. About The Benefits As a valued member of Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team, you can look forward to a competitive compensation structure based on experience, skills, and qualifications. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including: Tax-free travel allowance commensurate with the distance required for travel Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D Company-sponsored RRSP with company match Employee & family assistance program Healthcare spending account Reimbursements on work gear and equipment Annual incentive bonus Employee share purchase plan with company match Parental leave top-up program Professional development within the organization Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development. If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!

What you’ll do

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mine equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations. Focus on preventative maintenance and major component rebuilds to maximize equipment availability.

Requirements

Requires a BC or Interprovincial Red Seal Heavy-Duty Mechanic certification and at least 3 years of experience with surface mining or heavy industrial equipment. A valid Class 5 Driver's License and high school diploma are also required.

Benefits

• Tax-free travel allowance • Extended group health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Travel insurance • Life insurance • Short term disability • Long term disability • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance • Company-sponsored RRSP with company match • Employee & family assistance program • Healthcare spending account • Work gear and equipment reimbursements • Annual incentive bonus • Employee share purchase plan with company match • Parental leave top-up program • Professional development

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Heavy Duty Mechanics
• Preventative Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Equipment Repair
• Failure Analysis
• Component Rebuilds
• Computer Diagnostics
• Safety Compliance
• Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Communication

Job areas

• Trades
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Security & Safety