Mill Operator

The Greenstone Mine commenced production in May 2024 and will be one of Canada's largest open-pit gold mines, with annual production expected to average nearly 400,000 ounces of gold per year for an initial 14-year mine life with additional potential from a large underground deposit. Greenstone Gold Mines LP is owned by Equinox Gold Corp, a Vancouver-based mining company with five operating mines in Canada, the United States, Mexico and Nicaragua.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Mill Operations Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Mill Operations Shift Supervisor, the Mill Operator is responsible for safe day-to-day mill operations while ensuring production and quality requirements are within guidelines. The Mill Operator will be collaborating with all other departments as a team, to achieve set out budgeted targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to all pre-operational checks and procedural requirements to safely start-up, efficiently operate, and safely shutdown process equipment.
• Have a strong commitment to safety.
• Ensure all aspects of operation, environmental policies and practices are followed, keeping the preservation of the natural environment a priority.
• Monitor and operate powerhouse, process, and fire water systems, and immediately report any malfunctions that may affect production targets or personnel safety.
• Monitor and control the Mill Grinding circuit to achieve maximum throughput and target grinds for Leach feed.
• Monitor and operate Gyratory Crusher, HPGR, Grinding, Leach-CIP, Elution, Cyanide Detoxification, Tailings, Reagent Mixing and Water Treatment and Water Management.
• Monitor reagent delivery and addition systems.
• Monitor and operate the computer-based control system within its parameters.
• Coordinate and communicate operations in a timely and effective manner with other departments like Maintenance and Mining.
• Inspect circuits regularly to detect any areas of concern and arrange maintenance.
• Perform Lock Out and Tag Out procedures on processing equipment.
• Operate all equipment in accordance with company policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Troubleshoot, correct, and report circuit upsets and equipment malfunctions when required.
• Complete and maintain shift logs and reports to the level of detail required, ensuring accuracy in the reporting of data.
• Operate various pieces of auxiliary and mobile equipment when required.
• Share best practices and experiences with other operators to promote a strong and successful teamwork environment.
• Fill in as a relief supervisor when required.
• Other related duties may be assigned as part of the progression plan.

Required Experience and Skill Set

• 5+ years of experience in a gold mill plant.
• Commissioning experience is an asset.

Job Conditions

• Strong commitment to safety.
• Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Takes initiative and works independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Strong problem identification, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• Able to work night shift, weekend, and/or follow a set out rotational schedule.
• This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Certifications

• Ontario Surface Common Core training is an asset.

Education

Greenstone Mine provides company transportation from multiple pick-up point locations.

Greenstone Gold Mines is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

The salary range for this position is from $68,790.00 to $82,031.00.