At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team as a Metallurgist and optimize plant performance while ensuring safety standards.
- Company: Centerra Gold, a leading North American gold and copper producer.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, tax-free travel allowance, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy camp accommodations and a 14 days on/14 days off work schedule.
- Why this job: Be part of an industry leader with incredible career growth potential and a supportive culture.
- Qualifications: Post-secondary education in relevant fields and 2-6 years of mineral processing experience.
The predicted salary is between 93700 - 126400 $ per year.
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.
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.
- 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.
This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.
PEOPLE FIRST: Respecting the rights of our people, developing and promoting our talent, and creating an inclusive work environment that recognizes the diversity and the unique experiences of our employees is fundamental to our People First mandate. Centerra Gold puts People First in every region we operate, by committing to nurture an inclusive culture that respects, values, and celebrates the global power of all perspectives. We welcome diverse backgrounds and experience at all our sites, and qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic characteristics, disability, or national or ethnic origin. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Metallurgist – Mount Milligan in Prince George employer: Centerra Gold Inc.
Centerra Gold Inc. is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of its employees, offering a unique 7/7 or 14/14 rotation schedule that allows for a balanced work-life dynamic. With a strong commitment to safety and sustainability, employees are encouraged to innovate within a supportive team environment, while enjoying camp accommodations at the Mount Milligan Mine, making it an ideal location for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the mining sector.
