Shift Metallurgy Technician

Original job posting

Collect, handle, and process mill plant samples, and perform metallurgical test work in the laboratory. Follow safe work practices, support environmental compliance and plant functionality, and assist the Mill Metallurgy team as directed.

Job details

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 four operating mines in Canada, the United States, Mexico and Nicaragua. Job Summary We are seeking a Shift Metallurgy Technician to join our team. Reporting to the Senior Metallurgist, the Shift Metallurgy Technician is responsible for collecting, handling, and processing mill process samples, as well as assisting the Mill Metallurgy team. Key Responsibilities Exercise safe work practices as per mining regulations and established procedures. Work to ensure environmental compliance and the safe functionality of the plant. Collect, handle, and process mill plant samples. Perform metallurgical test work in the Metallurgical Laboratory. Undertake other duties as required by the Metallurgical Superintendent and Senior Metallurgist. Job Conditions Certifications Valid driver's license. Education High school diploma, General Education Development (GED), or combination of education and work-related experience. 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 $84,492.00 to $84,492.00.

What you’ll do

Collect, handle, and process mill plant samples, and perform metallurgical test work in the laboratory. Follow safe work practices, support environmental compliance and plant functionality, and assist the Mill Metallurgy team as directed.

Requirements

A high school diploma, GED, or a combination of education and work-related experience is required. A valid driver's license is also required.

Listed skills

• Production · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• procedures. · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• Process · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Occupational safety · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Mill Process Sampling
• Sample Handling
• Sample Processing
• Metallurgical Testing
• Laboratory Work
• Safe Work Practices
• Environmental Compliance
• Plant Operations

Job areas

• Engineering
• Science & Research
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Security & Safety