8 Month Co-op Internship Process Engineer

Job Description :

JOIN OUR TEAM : poised for growth and delivering excellence in all that we do.

We would love to have you join us and be part of the only gold producing facility in Saskatchewan. The Seabee Gold Operation is located about 500km northeast of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in the boreal forest.

At SSR Mining, our vision is to deliver sustainable value for all stakeholders through responsible mining. People and the environment are our most important resources, and we are committed to safeguarding them both now and for the future.

We recognize the catalyst role our operations can play in local communities and commit to engaging with and investing in local communities and leaving a positive legacy.

We do this by implementing the highest standards of sustainability, as well as the necessary plans, procedures, metrics, and targets to meet our commitments every single day.

Joining SSR Mining is being part of a diverse team committed to ensuring that safety comes first, an innovative mindset is encouraged, and collaboration is a constant.

At SSR Mining Seabee Gold Operation we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity.

New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Seabee Gold Operation stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflecting the communities we operate in.

Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success.

Seabee Gold Operation is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers, support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.

e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups / visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose.

Seabee Gold Operation welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.

SSR Mining Seabee Gold Operation (SGO) is hiring for a Process Engineer Co-op Intern .

About Your New Role :

Reporting to the Supervisor, Metallurgy, the Process Engineer Co-op Intern assists the metallurgical team by arranging and conducting mill sample campaigns, performing lab scale test work, and optimizing mill performance to determine mill bottlenecks.

You will work closely with experienced metallurgical staff and operations teams to support production and optimize process efficiency.

You will work on specialized projects to increase production facility performance. The Intern will work with other departments to ensure the safe operation of Seabee.

You will be a role model of a safety program that promotes a culture of safety and health of all employees working in and or with the Mill / Pox Plant - Operations Department.

Your Key Responsibilities :

Work with process to determine mill bottlenecks and help determine best course of action.

Collaborate with Superintendent and Supervisor, Metallurgy to monitor plant parameters, identify deviations, and suggest optimization solutions.

Work with Metallurgy staff and operations teams to develop and implement process optimization strategies aimed at improving recovery rates and reducing operational costs.

Conduct various laboratory tests including carbon attrition and activity, bottle roll cyanidation, diagnostic leach, flocculation, and GRG tests to optimize plant performance.

Plan, coordinate, and support mill sampling campaigns for accurate data collection and analysis.

Engage in mill process operations such as sampling, analysis, testing, and reporting.

Conduct metallurgical accounting to ensure accurate tracking of materials and processes.

Maintain the efficient and accurate operation of mass meters, and samplers throughout the production process.

Manage reagent inventory and ensuring adequate supply levels.

Conduct quality testing of all mill reagents and plant consumables to ensure they meet required standards.

Collaborate with the mill assay lab to prioritize samples and obtain timely results for decision-making.

Provide support for refinery tasks when necessary.

Analyze data and prepare technical documentation to support operational decisions.

Utilize operational excellence methodologies to uphold high-quality standards in all activities.

Foster a strong safety culture by engaging and empowering team members.

Your Knowledge and Skills :

Proficiency in computer applications and metallurgical software. Experience with Power BI and AutoCAD would be considered an asset.

Expert level organizational skills and ability to multi-task.

Excellent interpersonal / relationship skills able to work and communicate with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization, along with excellent written and oral communication skills.

High attention to detail and strong work ethic.

Good observational and analytical skills.

Must be able to handle a high level of confidentiality.

Must be capable of implementing changes to improve operational results.

Effectively prioritize duties and solve problems.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment with the utmost professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must possess a security screening document or equivalent document as defined by The Mines Regulations, 2018 .

The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security screening document or equivalent document throughout their employment at their own expense and will be required to provide confirmation of same and advise the employer of any changes to, revocation of or suspension of their security screening document during the term of their employment.

Your Education and Experience :

The successful candidate will have :

Candidate will be enrolled in an undergraduate Process / metallurgical / chemical / materials engineering program.

Minimum of two (2) years’ education experience.

Must have an understanding of optimizing mill throughput and recovery.

About Our Working Conditions :

This position has a schedule of 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off at our remote camp which you will be required to fly in fly out with pick up points in Saskatoon, Prince Albert and La Ronge.

Our Stipulations :

This job posting complies with all Company standards, policies and procedures pertaining to appropriate conduct for employees, including the Code of Conduct.

Our Respect in the Workplace policy, Safety, Health & Environment policies, and any other applicable standards, policies and procedures are implemented and or revised by the Company or by Legislation.

This job description is an outline of the key requirements and responsibilities for this role but is not to be considered an exhaustive list.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Drug (including marijuana) and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all positions. Applicants who have recently used marijuana recreationally may not pass a substance test as marijuana can remain in the user’s system for as many as 30 days after use.

SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.