Mill - Control Room Operator

at  New Gold Inc

Make an impact at Canada’s premier mining company.
When you advance your career at New Gold, you are joining a Canadian-focused intermediate gold mining company engaged in the operation, development and exploration of mineral properties. Our mission is be a leading intermediate gold producer, driving responsible and profitable mining in a way that creates sustainable value for our employee, shareholders, the communities in which we live and work and our environment. New Gold would like to acknowledge the lands and resources of the Treaty 3 Territory and respect the traditional values of our First Nation partners. To learn more about New Gold, visit our website at www.newgold.com. To learn more about our culture and people practices, visit the Career page.
New Gold attracts and hires highly skilled individuals. By joining our team, you can look forward to:
A stimulating values-based work environment
A culture of collaboration and inclusion
Inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders
Career development opportunities
A deeply rooted commitment to responsible mining, health and safety and community engagement
A competitive total compensation program
A comprehensive benefits package including a retirement savings plan
Rainy River Mine
Situated in beautiful northwestern Ontario, 65 km northwest of Fort Frances, the Rainy River Mine is an open pit, gold and silver producing, residential mine site.
The Rainy River Mine, located adjacent to the Ontario / Minnesota border is 65 Kilometers northwest of Fort Frances, Ontario and is situated half way between Winnipeg, Manitoba and Thunder Bay, Ontario The area is home to more than 130 species of birds and large populations of moose, black bear and deer. If you enjoy outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, winter sports and lake country then this is an area you will love to live and work in.
Applicants who reside in Northwestern Ontario and have experience working in a cross-cultural environment, coupled with knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the Northwest Ontario, are assets. Hiring priority will be given to qualified applicants who are beneficiaries of the Impact Benefits Agreement (IBA) and to qualified applicants residing in the Northwest Ontario communities. (Indigenous) Members must clearly identify their status on the online job application and resume if they wish to receive priority consideration.
About The Role
Position: Mill Operator – Control Room
Schedule: Shift 14/14 – 12 hour days
Position Reports To: Mill Supervisor
Position Overview
The Mill Operator (Control Room) is responsible for operating and monitoring the mill via a computer-based control system to ensure safe production within equipment operational specifications and operational safety requirements. The CCRO will also respond to various alarms that will ensure the health and safety of workers in the mill. The CCRO must communicate effectively with various departments to effectively carry out his/her duties. This will be done under the direction of the Mill Supervisor or his/her designate.
Key Responsibilities
Operates and monitor the computer-based control system within its design parameters.
Coordinates operations in a timely and effective manner with Maintenance, Mining and Site Services
Daily reporting and regular communication
Participate in the training of relief control room operators. During this training you will be required to assume the responsibilities of the mill operator and complete all job tasks as directed by the Mill Supervisor or designate.
Mentor fellow operators in understanding and adhering to daily activities
Mentor fellow workers in achieving and maintaining a strong safety culture within the mill.
Ensure the safe & efficient operation of all areas in the mill.
Report any unsafe conditions to your supervisor immediately.
Other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Ensure that guidelines are adhered to.
Inspect the circuits regularly to detect any trouble spots and have them corrected as quickly as possible.
Advise the supervisor of any problem areas.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Qualifications
Grade 12 diploma or GED
Valid Drivers’ License or working towards obtaining
Must be familiar with gold milling processes;
Exceptional communications skills;
Ability to work in high stress situations and resolve issues;
Highly effective organizational, time management and analytical skills;
Ability to perform operations duties in various areas of the plant;
Knowledge of the Delta V Process Control System is considered an asset;
At least ten (10) years of Mill Operator experienced and three (3) years of Control Room Operator experience;
Proven ability to analyze and solve process and mechanical problems;
Able to work a 14 day /12 hour per day rotation with day and night shift schedule
Inspect the circuits regularly to detect any trouble spots and have them corrected as quickly as possible.
Advise the supervisor of any problem areas.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Experience
Knowledge of the Delta V Process Control System is considered an asset;
At least five (5) years of Mill Operator experienced and two years of Control Room Operator experience;
Grade 12 diploma or GED
Valid Drivers’ License
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Must be familiar with gold milling processes;
Exceptional communications skills;
Ability to work in high stress situations and resolve issues;
Highly effective organizational, time management and analytical skills;
Ability to perform operations duties in various areas of the plant;
Working conditions
Exposure to different work schedules including night shifts
Physically fit with the ability to perform physical labour
Why New Gold?
Highly competitive base salary, compensation programs and a quarterly incentive program
Extended Health & Dental Benefit
Short-term and long-term disability insurance benefit
Defined match contribution to group registered retirement savings account
Camp, Meals & Travel provided
We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process. New Gold does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a forma contractual arrangement with the Company. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by New Gold will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered.
Inclusion, Equal Opportunity, Accessibility
New Gold is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request

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