SUMMARY

Reporting to the Mill Operations Supervisor, the Technician, Mill Operations will be responsible for maintaining the operational integrity of the crushing and milling complex as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Five to ten years’ experience operating a variety of mill circuits including: Grinding, Crushing, Tailings, Reagent Mixing, and Concentrate Dewatering.
• Experience with Confined Space, Lock Out Tag Out, and Fall Arrest is an asset.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Proficient with computers and computer-based systems. DeltaV experience considered an asset.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license and clean driving record

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Attention and compliance to established safety rules and guidelines is paramount.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a team environment.
• Ability to safely climb and lift heavy objects up to 50lbs
• Collaborative work style – willing to participate in solving problems and comfortable working both in a team environment and with minimal supervision.
• Self-motivated, team player with a positive attitude.
• Must have excellent organizational skills
• Details and results-oriented with the ability to multi-task, and adhere to deadlines
• Required to meet pre-employment testing requirements.

• Maintain the operational integrity of all areas in the mill; to achieve safety, environmental, quality, costs, and production targets.
• Operating and monitoring various circuits in the processing plant as required by the supervisor. Circuits include Grinding, Crushing, Tailings, Reagent Mixing, Concentrate Dewatering, Flotation and Control Room.
• Develop an understanding of all mill circuits through training and experience, while advancing through the mill technician progression plan.
• Actively participates in mentoring and training others.
• Understands and complies with all company policies and procedures.
• Able to learn and become proficient in operation of mobile equipment (skid steer, wheel loader, mini excavator, overhead crane, and aerial work platform). Training to be provided by the company.
• Performs any other responsibilities related to the Technician, Mill Operations role as required or as assigned by the department head.