At a Glance
- Tasks: Support mill operations by collecting samples, conducting lab tests, and optimizing processes.
- Company: Join Taseko Mines, a leading copper mine operator in Canada with a focus on sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, health benefits, vacation packages, and RRSP matching.
- Other info: Explore career growth opportunities in a vibrant community with outdoor activities.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in metallurgy while working with industry experts in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Metallurgical or related field; EIT enrollment preferred; 0-3 years experience.
The predicted salary is between 94900 - 118700 $ per year.
We are looking for a Metallurgical Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join the Technical Services Metallurgy group in providing support to the Mill Operation department. Key responsibilities will include collecting samples, conducting lab testing, consumables monitoring, and daily/monthly reporting.
For the selected candidate this will be a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in mineral processing (grinding, flotation, solvent extraction) and project management, while working closely with experienced professionals.
Core Responsibilities
- Overseeing the day-to-day metallurgical performance of the plant and being involved in optimizing the SAG/Ball mill(s) and copper/molybdenum flotation circuits.
- Development of operational guidelines, providing technical information and training for Operations.
- Development and execution of mill operational projects.
- Preparation and publishing of daily and monthly metallurgical reports.
- Monitoring Mill consumables (reagents, steel).
- Investigation of process issues and development of solutions to optimize efficiency.
Education & Experience
- 0 - 3 years of base metal mineral processing experience.
- A degree in Metallurgical, Mineral Processing, Chemical or other related Engineering field and enrolled (or eligible to enroll) as an EIT with EGBC.
Skills & Competencies
- Experience with most/all of crushing, grinding, flotation, dewatering, solvent extraction and electrowinning processes is an asset.
- Experience with metallurgical test programs (laboratory and/or plant scale) is an asset.
- Good working knowledge of all MS office applications with the ability to perform basic programming in Excel.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Driver’s license valid in Canada.
To apply for this exciting position and join our growing and dynamic organization, apply via the Taseko website at www.tasekomines.com/careers/. Taseko is an equal opportunity employer who encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
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