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Project Metallurgist, Process Plant (temp.) (Fly-In Fly-Out)

Baker Lake, Nunavut
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

On-site accommodations and meals provided free of charge
Charter flights to and from mine site
Travel expenses covered based on residence location

About the role

WHAT DOES AGNICO EAGLE VALUE? At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

About Our Operation Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

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Your Next Challenge Reporting to the General Supervisor, Metallurgy, you will be part of the Process Plant Department. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

  • Oversee daily activities related to metallurgy and operations, including process performance, equipment reliability, and data quality improvement;
  • Work on control loop optimization for key processes, including crushing, grinding, leaching and detox;
  • Drive the automation of key processes, ensuring alignment with industry best practice;
  • Monitor and implement cost-saving measures by optimizing reagent usage and other consumables within the process plant;
  • Collect, analyze, and report on process performance data, providing actionable recommendations for improvements;
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence across the process plant;
  • Develop and oversee metallurgical projects to enhance business performance and operational efficiency;
  • Map and analyze the value chain to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, and maximize value creation;
  • Explore and implement AI solutions for mineral processing and decision-making to enhance operational performance.

What You Need To Succeed

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related chemical processing field
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in an operating process plant environment;
  • Practical, on-the-ground experience as a plant metallurgist or similar technical role in operations;
  • Flexible and adaptable, able to contribute beyond core responsibilities in a changing operational environment.

Note that the official working language at Meadowbank Complex is English.

Your Work Schedule

  • Schedule: 14 days of work, followed by 14 days for transportation and rest;
  • Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee. Agnico Eagle provides charter flights to and from the mine site and will accommodate to cover other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Canada.

About Agnico Eagle Mines Limited

Mining
5001-10,000

Agnico Eagle is a senior Canadian gold mining company that has produced precious metals since 1957. Its mines are located in Canada, Finland, Mexico, and Australia, with exploration activities in each of these countries as well as in the United States and Sweden. The Company and its shareholders have full exposure to gold prices due to its long-standing policy of no forward gold sales. Agnico Eagle has declared a cash dividend every year since 1983.