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
