Millwright
The Millwright will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on mill equipment, including crushing circuits and ore processing machinery. They are responsible for ensuring safe work practices, interpreting blueprints, and contributing to maintenance and reliability improvement initiatives.
- On-site
- Red Lake, ON
- Posted Sep 12, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. is a Canadian gold exploration and development company focused on restarting and expanding the historic Madsen Gold Mine in the Red Lake District of Northwestern Ontario. In addition to advancing the Madsen Mine toward sustainable production, the company is developing nearby high-grade gold deposits to support future growth. Backed by modern infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and a strong technical team, West Red Lake Gold is committed to operational excellence, responsible mining practices, and creating long-term value as it progresses toward steady commercial production Reporting to the Mill Maintenance Supervisor, the successful candidate will work on a 14-on / 14-off rotation, alternating between day and night shifts, while following safe work procedures to provide overall production and safe target support for the Red Lake Madsen Mine team. The Benefits: Build your future with us. We support, develop, and reward our people every step of the way. Operation Bonus Program Fly-in / Fly-out & Camp Accommodations 100% employer paid extended health and dental program Health Care Spending Account Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage RRSP matching program Employee referral bonus About the Candidate: High school diploma or GED Certified Journeyperson-Millwright, Red Seal certification required Valid G or equivalent Drivers License required Mill Common Core training Minimum of three (3) years experience in an ore processing environment associated with crushing, grinding, gravity concentration, dewatering, leach/CIP, stripping, conveying and refining Ability to lift, carry and push 100 lbs. Ability to constantly reach below, above and at-shoulder height Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces Able to work individually and contribute positively to a team Strong commitment to working in a safe, socially responsible manner, demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, desktop computing literacy, and the desire to advance within the trade or into management About the Role: Follow safe working practices and site safety guidelines Read and interpret blueprints or process specifications Carry out preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities throughout the Mill and future Crushing circuit. Tasks include laser alignment, component rebuild & replacement, May include fabrication, bearing assembly and setting of clearance, contamination control and asset lubrication Ensure work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner and provide input directed at improving the safety, efficiency and overall effectiveness of the Maintenance department Provide input to Maintenance and Reliability improvement initiatives Participate in all aspects of maintenance shutdowns Other duties as required **The Company is committed to provide the training for the right candidate(s) for skills and competency development.** We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, diverse workforce and responsible mining practices that create lasting value for our people, communities, and stakeholders. At West Red Lake Gold, we foster a culture where people speak up with courage, take action, challenge unsafe conditions, and care for one another because safety is not just a set of rules, it is who we are and what we stand for. The health, safety, and well-being of our employees remain our highest priorities. We are committed to creating sustainable value through responsible environmental stewardship, strong social responsibility, and operational excellence. *Must be willing to complete a criminal background check, pre-employment physical and drug and alcohol test*
What you’ll do
The Millwright will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on mill equipment, including crushing circuits and ore processing machinery. They are responsible for ensuring safe work practices, interpreting blueprints, and contributing to maintenance and reliability improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED and a certified Journeyperson-Millwright Red Seal certification. A minimum of three years of experience in an ore processing environment and a valid driver's license are required.
Benefits
• Operation Bonus Program • Fly-in / Fly-out • Camp Accommodations • Extended Health Program • Dental Program • Health Care Spending Account • Short-Term Disability Coverage • Long-Term Disability Coverage • RRSP Matching Program • Employee Referral Bonus
Listed skills
- Preventive MaintenancePreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Millwright
- Preventive Maintenance
- Predictive Maintenance
- Corrective Maintenance
- Laser Alignment
- Component Rebuild
- Fabrication
- Bearing Assembly
- Contamination Control
- Asset Lubrication
- Blueprint Reading
- Ore Processing
- Crushing
- Grinding
- Dewatering
- Conveying
- Courage
- Working at Heights
- Lifting Ability
- Red Seal Certification
- Valid Driver's License
- Lubrication
- Common Core Standards
- Management
- Communication
- Competency-Based Development
- Gold Mining
- Mills
- Operational Excellence
- Predictive Analytics
Job areas
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Engineering
- Millwright
- Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
- Millwrights
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week