Newmont has recently acquired Newcrest Mining creating the world’s leading gold mining company.  

With operations around the world, our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities where we operate. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work. We bring out the best in each other, inspiring performance and a shared belief that what we do matters.  

Our Red Chris mine is located on the traditional territory of the Tahltan and we encourage qualified applicants from the local communities to apply. We offer several designated marshalling points within BC including Nanaimo, Vancouver, Kelowna, Kamloops, Prince George, Smithers, and Calgary, AB.  

Our Red Chris operation is now recruiting for the position of Supervisor – Mill Operations with a competitive base salary between $109,000.00 – $129,000.00 dependant on experience, skills, and qualifications. The offered base salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills and competencies with consideration to internal equity. 

We are seeking an individual for a Fly In, Fly Out opportunity working on a two weeks in, two weeks out rotation.  

Purpose of the Role  

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Supervisor – Mill Operation to join our Red Chris Mine in Northwest British Columbia with a competitive base salary between $109,650.00 – $129,000.00 dependant on experience, skills, and qualifications. 

Reporting to the Mill Superintendent, you will be a key member of the site management team providing direction and oversight for the Mill Operations Teams. As the Mill Operations Supervisor, you are responsible for coordinating the employees in the Mill to achieve desired Mill throughput in an efficient manner with a proactive approach to safety. Mill Operations Supervisor will also work closely with the Process Control, Metallurgy, Assay Lab and other Department Heads to achieve mutual goals.

About You  

Position requirements include, but are not limited to:   

Accountabilities

Principal Duties 

Reporting to the Mill Superintendent, the Mill Operations Supervisor will be responsible for:

• Ensuring compliance with all safety, quality, schedule, budget and security requirements.
• Plan and supervise crew activities in accordance with production and maintenance schedules.
• Coach and develop employees through communication and measurement of performance, competency training and provide appropriate on-going feedback.
• Actively participate in the development of training and safety programs.
• Create, maintain and improve operational procedures.
• Maintain and utilize the company’s equipment, assets, and resources to ensure production, utilization and long term sustainability.
• Perform daily plant inspections and interactions with personnel to ensure safety, environmental compliance, housekeeping and equipment availability.
• Communicate with other departments to achieve daily plant priorities.
• Demonstrate awareness and commitment to health, community, environmental protection and take action to ensure that unsafe practices or non-compliant behaviors do not occur.

Occupational Health and Safety

Mill Operations Supervisor;

• Ensure the safe operation of equipment in their area.
• Wear all required PPE.
• Adhere to all safety standards.
• Adhere to all relevant SOP’S and follow safe operating practices.
• Identify and report dangerous occurrences. HSRC (sec. 1.7.1 – 1.7.3)

Teamwork

Mill Operations Supervisor must;

• Participate in crew meetings.
• Lead the development of a positive working atmosphere.

Qualifications & Experience 

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a minimum of 10 years of operating experience in mineral processing with 5 years of progressive supervisory experience preferably in open pit copper mining/milling operations.
• BC mine Supervisor ticket(required)
• Demonstrated knowledge in crushing, grinding, flotation, and thickening processes.
• Must have Control Room /DeltaV DCS experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Personnel motivation, training and development skills are essential.
• Effective conflict resolution and decision making.
• Effective operational troubleshooting skills.
• Intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s license.

 

What We Offer  

We are committed to ensuring that our team members are kept healthy and safe. To achieve this, we provide comfortable on-site accommodations, including excellent balanced meals prepared by our culinary team. Team members can expect access to TV and Wi-Fi, our on-site gym and a variety of recreational activities. 

All our team members are also rewarded with a host of great benefits, including:  

·       Travel allowance and arrangements made for transportation to and from site  

·       Competitive salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications  

·       Competitive Benefits and Registered Retirement Savings Plan matching program 

·       Ongoing training with continuous growth and development opportunities    

It is important to note that the safety and wellbeing of our team is our top priority. As such, we promote a drug and alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.    

Our Commitment to You  

Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underpinned by our values of Safety, Sustainability, Integrity, Responsibility and Inclusion, our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.   

If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, submit your application through our website before the advertised closing date.