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 Mineral Processing Co-op Student with a competitive base salary between $74,925.00 - $81,000.00 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

Reporting to the Senior Plant Metallurgist, the successful candidate will be responsible for completing metallurgical testing mostly in the laboratory, but also in the plant. This work entails preparation of composites of daily samples, sampling and preparation of the on-stream analyzer samples for model calibration, conducting laboratory batch flotation tests, use of turbidity measuring devices, performing particle settling tests, and preparation of mill circuit survey samples. This work supports the metallurgical technicians and metallurgists in optimizing plant performance and troubleshooting plant issues. A term project by the student will provide support to operations to meet plant KPI’s. The student will participate in daily mill circuit performance meetings, pre-start safety meetings, safety review meetings, and potentially some planning meetings.

Accountabilities

• Ensure compliance with all safety, environment, quality, schedule and security requirements
• Perform test work and lab work to optimize and troubleshoot operational issues
• Work with the metallurgical technician to provide technical support to operations as directed by metallurgists
• Assist metallurgists with daily sampling compositing and preparation for assay.
• Calibrate process analysis equipment (On-Stream Analyzer and Particle Sizer Analyzer)
• Perform equipment inspections (SAG Mill, Ball Mill, hydrocyclones, flotation cells, etc.) during scheduled shutdowns and report issues to metallurgy, operations and maintenance

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.    

About You  

Position requirements include, but are not limited to:   

• Actively pursuing a 4-year or advanced degree in metallurgy, chemical engineering, mineral-processing engineering or equivalent
• 2^nd, 3^rd, and 4^th year university students preferred
• Completion of previous co-op terms with exposure to crushing, grinding, flotation, dewatering and metallurgical laboratory work is viewed favourably
• Physical ability to carry, sort, and prepare various mill samples
• Expectation of working in industrial environment and acknowledgement that most time will be spent conducting physically demanding and repetitive tests
• Excellent general computing skills, including Microsoft Office applications
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgement capability
• Results oriented with the ability to multitask and adhere to deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills and excellent safety record
• Valid driver’s license – minimum “N” designation
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision (once familiar with requirements)
• Strong oral and written communication skills

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.