Metallurgist (Mount Milligan)

Job summary

Provide technical support and leadership to the mill operations group to optimize plant performance and stability. Responsibilities include monitoring concentrator performance, conducting technical investigations, and managing small to medium-sized projects.

Job details

Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team Boost your career by joining an established organization Receive a competitive annual salary of $93,700 - $126,400, 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 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 We have an exciting opportunity for a Metallurgist to join our Mount Milligan Mine (MTM) operations site. In this role, you will provide technical support and leadership to the mill operations group, focusing on optimizing plant performance and ensuring safety standards are met. This role operates on a rotation of 14 days on / 14 days off at a 12-hour daily schedule with camp accommodations provided. Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To Focusing on safety, including ensuring corporate and site policies are followed, actively participating in safety and tool meetings, and ensuring quality work standards and site and departmental procedures are being adhered to Monitoring and reporting on concentrator performance Identifying sources of variability and making recommendations for improvements to increase plant stability and efficiency Conducting investigations, test work, and technical projects Identifying opportunities to exceed plant targets and communicate recommendations to Mill Operations team after review from Senior Metallurgist Preparing reports and communicate results to Mill Operations team after review from Senior Metallurgist Participating in equipment inspections and making recommendations on service life Running small to medium-sized projects without significant supervision Communicate thoroughly with team members and providing guidance when necessary About You The following will be critical to successfully perform this role: Post-Secondary education in Mineral Processing, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or similar technical fields of study, and be a Registered member of EGBC, or qualified to register. You also need to have 2 - 6 years of experience in mineral processing, preferably with comminution and copper/gold flotation experience Strong statistical analysis, presentation, and technical report writing skills A valid Class 5 driver’s license Demonstrated ability to work safely Strong understanding of major assets in the copper/gold milling process Effective communication, organizational, and team-building skills Proven ability to analyze problems, prioritize issues, and develop timely and cost-effective solutions Physically fit and able to lift 50lbs of weight Working Conditions Work involves a camp-based role at the Mount Milligan Mine site with a set work schedule on a 14x14, 12 hours per day. Candidates must be able to maintain high levels of performance for extended shifts, up to 12 hours in duration. Occasional exposure to hazardous environments with the requirement of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Mount Milligan is a safety-sensitive environment and promotes a drug & alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a ZERO – TOLERANCE policy, with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs/paraphernalia on site. Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from Prince George, Fort St. James and Mackenzie. About The Benefits As a valued member of Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations 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 pension with Company match Employee & Family Assistance Program Healthcare Spending Account / Lifestyle Wellness 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

Provide technical support and leadership to the mill operations group to optimize plant performance and stability. Responsibilities include monitoring concentrator performance, conducting technical investigations, and managing small to medium-sized projects.

Requirements

Requires a post-secondary degree in Mineral Processing, Metallurgical, or Chemical Engineering and registration with EGBC. Candidates need 2-6 years of experience in mineral processing, specifically with copper/gold flotation and comminution.

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 • Company-sponsored pension with Company match • Employee & Family Assistance Program • Healthcare Spending Account • Lifestyle Wellness 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

• Organization · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Team building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Mineral Processing
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Comminution
• Copper/Gold Flotation
• Statistical Analysis
• Technical Report Writing
• Project Management
• Plant Optimization
• Equipment Inspection
• Problem Analysis
• Team Building
• Communication
• Organization

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• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Science & Research
• Energy
• Trades