Shift Operator Leach, CIL Elution

Heritage Minerals Pty; Mount Morgan; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritage Minerals Pty in Mount Morgan, Australia, is seeking an experienced Leach, CIL Elution Operator to oversee the elution process and support gold recovery objectives. You will work closely with the production team to maintain high safety and environmental standards on site.

Responsibilities include monitoring equipment, keeping accurate production records, and troubleshooting issues to ensure smooth operation of gravity elution circuits and related systems.

Qualifications

• Certificate III Processing or equivalent.
• Mining experience preferred.
• Knowledge of chemical processes and elution techniques.
• Strong safety mindset and attention to detail.
• Understanding of gravity elution circuits is plus.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee elution process to maximise gold recovery.
• Monitor equipment and perform regular inspections.
• Maintain production records and report discrepancies.
• Collaborate with the production team to optimise operations.
• Adhere to safety and environmental regulations at all times.
• Troubleshoot operational issues as they arise.

Skills

Elution operations

Chemical processing

Team communication

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Education

Certificate III Processing

Tools

Elution equipment

Gravity elution circuits

Job description

Reporting to the Processing Crew Supervisor, the Leach, CIL Elution Operator plays a crucial role in the mining operations at our Mount Morgan facility. This position is responsible for overseeing the elution process, ensuring the efficient extraction of gold from the leach solution. The operator will work closely with the production team to maintain optimal operational standards, contributing to the overall success and productivity of the mining site.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control the elution process to ensure maximum recovery of gold.
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment and machinery to ensure proper functioning.
• Maintain accurate records of production data and report any discrepancies.
• Collaborate with the production team to optimise operational efficiency.
• Adhere to safety protocols and environmental regulations at all times.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving operational issues as they arise.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a certificate 3 Processing in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in a similar role within the mining industry.
• Strong understanding of chemical processes and elution techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Be mechanically minded with understanding of gravity elution circuits
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly.
• Commitment to safety and environmental standards.

Heritage Minerals operates with the values of Safety, Innovation, Respect and Responsibility. If your values align with our we are keen to hear from you.