Technician, Mill Operations Jobs

Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team
Boost your career by joining an established organization
Receive a highly competitive salary based on skills and experience, plus 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
We have an opportunity for a full-time Technician, Mill Operations to join our Mount Milligan Mine operations site.
This is a camp-based position, with a set work schedule of 7/7, Wednesday to Tuesday, 12 hours per day.
Reporting to the Mill Operations Supervisor, the Technician, Mill Operations will be responsible for maintaining the operational integrity of the crushing and milling complex as required.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Maintain the operational integrity of all areas in the mill, to achieve safety, environmental, quality, costs, and production targets
Operating and monitoring various circuits in the processing plant as required by the supervisor. Circuits include Grinding, Crushing, Tailings, Reagent Mixing, and Concentrate Dewatering
Develop an understanding of all mill circuits through training and experience, while advancing through the mill technician progression plan
Actively participates in mentoring and training others
Understands and complies with all company policies and procedures
Able to learn and become proficient in the operation of mobile equipment (skid steer, wheel loader, mini excavator, overhead crane, and aerial work platform) - training to be provided by the company
Performs any other responsibilities related to the Technician, Mill Operations role as required or as assigned by the department head
About You
To qualify, you must have 3-5 years of experience operating a variety of mill circuits including: Grinding, Crushing, Tailings, Reagent Mixing, and Concentrate Dewatering. You must also possess a valid driver’s license and have access to personal transportation.
The following skills and experiences will also be critical to successfully performing this role:
Experience with Confined Space, Lock Out Tag Out, and Fall Arrest is an asset
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
Proficient with computers and computer-based systems. DeltaV experience is considered an asset
Attention and compliance to established safety rules and guidelines are paramount
Ability to work safely and efficiently in a team environment
Ability to safely climb and lift heavy objects up to 50lbs
Collaborative work style – willing to participate in solving problems and comfortable working both in a team environment and with minimal supervision
Self-motivated, team player with a positive attitude
Must have excellent organizational skills
Details and results-oriented with the ability to multi-task, and adhere to deadlines
About The Benefits
Required to meet pre-employment testing requirements
As a valued member of Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team, you can look forward to a highly competitive salary based on skills and experience. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:
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!