Operator (Leach – Temporary 3 months)

About us

Headquartered in Toronto Canada Sherritt is a world leader in using hydrometallurgical processes to mine and refine nickel and cobalt metals deemed critical for energy transition. Sherritt is dedicated to producing and delivering high-quality products while maintaining the highest standards of safety sustainability and social responsibility.

As part of our ongoing growth and commitment to meeting the increasing demand for critical minerals our Metals division which includes the Fort Saskatchewan refinery in Canada drives our production of high-purity addition our Power division is the largest independent energy producer in Cuba providing low-carbon power solutions. We aim to expand our midstream processing capacity of critical minerals for the electric vehicle supply chain.

At Sherritt we offer a diverse range of rewarding career opportunities across our international operations. Our unique business structure allows for domestic and global exposure enabling career growth and professional development. We understand that our people are our greatest asset and we are committed to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace culture where all team members are valued and respected. We believe that our diverse perspectives and experiences make us better equipped to serve our customers and communities.

The opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists in our Leach Department with the Metals Division for a Temporary (3 months) Operator. The Operator will contribute to the operation of the Leach Plant process feed handling and related operations. This position is required to monitor sample troubleshoot operate and maintain control of varied process equipment and inputs within established parameters in a 24-hour operational plant.

This temporary position involves physical labor and is expected to last approximately three (3) months. The duration of this temporary position is subject to change.

In this role you will be accountable for :

• Troubleshooting process circuit or equipment upset conditions or issues
• Operating automated control systems
• Monitoring and inspecting plant equipment
• Measuring temperature flow and pressure
• Analyzing and recording instrument readings and equipment malfunction
• Troubleshooting and performing corrective actions or minor repairs as required
• Performing routine equipment maintenance
• Maintaining daily log of operation maintenance and safety activities

Skills and attributes for success :

What we offer :

Application deadline : The job posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is selected.

We thank all candidates for their application. We will be in touch if your experience and skills are a match for the role.

Sherritt is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for employment regardless of race color religion national origin age sex sexual orientation gender identity disability or any other protected status. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and we strive to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Required Experience :

Junior IC

Key Skills

Forklift,Calipers,Basic Math,Heavy Equipment Operation,Math,Packaging,Mechanical Knowledge,Paving,Fireworks,Clamp Truck,Excavator,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Temp

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1