Crushing Circuit Operator - Mine-to-Mill Optimizer

Skeena-Gold-Silver; Area A (Nass Valley/Bell Irving); On-site; CAD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Skeena Gold + Silver Limited seeks a Mill Crusher Operator to safely operate and monitor the Eskay Creek crushing circuit. You will participate in commissioning, perform equipment checks, and coordinate with EPCM, trades, and control room for smooth start-ups.

The role requires strong communication, initiative, and the ability to work independently on a 15 days on/13 days off camp schedule in remote British Columbia. Prior mineral processing experience is preferred, with a valid Class 5 licence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; post-secondary education in mineral processing, metallurgy, power engineering, or a related discipline is considered an asset.
• Certification in Edumine, Metso, or similar mineral processing courses preferred.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence

Responsibilities

• Participate in pre-operational inspections, system walkdowns, equipment checks, and punch-list verification for the crushing circuit and associated crusher, chutes, conveyance, rock breaker, apron feeders, vibrating feeders, lubrication systems, and dust collectors.
• Work with EPCM representatives, vendors, trades, Process Control, and Instrumentation teams during loop checks, functional testing, equipment commissioning, and staged start-up activities.
• Identify, document, and communicate equipment defects, process risks, and improvement opportunities observed during commissioning.
• Support the development, review, and validation of operating procedures, Safe Work Instructions, inspection checklists, and operator training materials.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, process flow diagrams, equipment manuals, and operating procedures to understand the crushing circuit.
• Complete equipment familiarization and competency-based training required for safe handover into operations.
• Perform equipment and fluid conveyance labeling, and other duties as required.
• Monitor crusher loading, feed rate and distribution, conveyor loading, chute conditions, equipment status, lubrication parameters, dust-control performance, and other key operating indicators to maintain stable crushing performance.
• Coordinate circuit start-ups, shutdowns, and handovers with Mill Supervisor, control room, Mine Operations, and maintenance teams.
• Maintain clean, orderly operating areas and complete shift logs and handovers with equipment status and operating concerns.

Skills

Mineral processing

Crushing equipment

Equipment troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Shift work

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary in mineral processing/metallurgy

Tools

Delta V

Jaw crushers

Job description

Skeena Gold + Silver Limited seeks a Mill Crusher Operator to safely operate and monitor the Eskay Creek crushing circuit. You will participate in commissioning, perform equipment checks, and coordinate with EPCM, trades, and control room for smooth start-ups.

The role requires strong communication, initiative, and the ability to work independently on a 15 days on/13 days off camp schedule in remote British Columbia. Prior mineral processing experience is preferred, with a valid Class 5 licence.