Foreman, Mill Operations

Job summary

Supervise and coordinate the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the milling process, including crushing circuits and concentrators. Manage operating crews, initiate maintenance work orders, and ensure a disciplined, safe work environment.

Job details

Position Title Foreman, Mill Operations Employment Type Full-Time Organization Gibraltar Mine Location Williams Lake, BC Reporting Relationship Senior Foreman, Mill Operations Salary Range $102,700 to $128,300 ABOUT TREKOR Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia (BC), Canada, Trekor Metals Limited (Trekor) is a leading North American copper producer with a robust development pipeline of minerals projects and properties in Canada and the United States. Known for seeing opportunities where other mining companies do not, Trekor has a two-decade track record of delivering value for shareholders, employees, communities where we operate, and others — from acquiring the Gibraltar Mine in BC for a single dollar and building it into Canada's second-largest copper producer, to transforming Arizona’s Florence Copper into the world's first greenfield in-situ copper recovery operation. Trekor goes Beyond Potential. For more information visit our website www.Trekormetals.com [http://www.Trekormetals.com]. ROLE OVERVIEW Supervise, coordinate and control the safe and efficient operation of the day-to-day milling process. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES * Supervising the operating crews in the primary crushing circuits, the copper and molybdenum concentrators, tailings storage facility, environmental ponds, and water systems. * Initiating and expediting work orders for on-shift maintenance and repair. * Recommending changes and modifications to company policies, personnel and equipment. * Motivating crews in proper operating practices, good housekeeping, fostering a solid team atmosphere while maintaining a safe, disciplined work environment. * Correcting operating problems and notifying senior management of any prolonged production variance. * Requesting services from other departments as required. * Approving timecards, carrying-out planned job evaluations and area audit inspections, conducting safety meetings and employee performance appraisals. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE * High School Diploma or equivalent. * 5 years experience in a mining environment with (crushing, grinding, flotation and dewatering), 3 years previous supervisory experience. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES * Knowledge or experience with SAG milling would be desirable and previous experience with an SX-EW operation and/or in maintenance would be an asset. * Familiarity with a Distributed Control System (DCS) and Expert System would be a definite asset. * Computer skills to include proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel. THE COMMUNITY * Williams Lake has a population of approximately 12,000 but services nearly 25,000 as it is a central hub for many outlying smaller communities * Adult recreational leagues for many popular sports including hockey, soccer, and softball * A fantastic trail network for mountain biking, walking, and hiking * Dozens of nearby lakes for fishing, paddling, and camping opportunities * Close by cross country and downhill skiing venues COMPENSATION At all Trekor locations, we pride ourselves in offering a challenging and rewarding work environment. Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through development, education, and succession plan programs. Additionally, our compensation and benefits package includes competitive salaries and vacation packages, health, dental, and disability insurance benefits, and an RRSP matching program. HOW TO APPLY To apply for this exciting position and join our growing and dynamic organization, apply via the Trekor website at www.Trekormines.com/careers/ [http://www.tasekomines.com/careers/]. Trekor is an equal opportunity employer who encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. 1

What you’ll do

Supervise and coordinate the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the milling process, including crushing circuits and concentrators. Manage operating crews, initiate maintenance work orders, and ensure a disciplined, safe work environment.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma and 5 years of mining experience in crushing, grinding, flotation, and dewatering. Must have at least 3 years of previous supervisory experience.

Benefits

• Competitive Salaries
• Vacation Packages
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• RRSP Matching Program
• Professional Growth Opportunities

Listed skills

• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Supervision · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Supervision
• Milling Process Control
• Primary Crushing Circuits
• Copper and Molybdenum Concentrators
• Tailings Storage Management
• Maintenance Coordination
• Safety Leadership
• Employee Performance Appraisal
• SAG Milling
• SX-EW Operation
• Distributed Control System (DCS)
• Expert System
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Milling
• Auditing
• Management
• Housekeeping
• Computer Literacy
• Distributed Control Systems
• Employee Performance Management
• Grinding
• Mills
• Operations
• Softball

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Trades
• Energy
• Mill Operator
• Mining Supervisor
• Mining Supervisors
• First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers

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