Director, Metallurgy

Alamos Gold Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the gold production sector is seeking a Director of Metallurgy to join their Technical Services team in Toronto. This role involves providing technical support for existing mines, leading improvement initiatives, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in metallurgical processes and strong communication skills. Regular travel to mine sites is required, making this a dynamic opportunity for a seasoned professional.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience as a metallurgist and processing engineer.
• Experience with carbon-in-leach and carbon-in-pulp operations.

Responsibilities

• Visit mine sites to manage risks in process areas.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives with process teams.
• Conduct trade-off studies for process improvements.

Skills

Communication

Operational Skills

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Extractive Metallurgy

Tools

Comminution Software

Job description

Job Category: Engineering & Technical Services

Requisition Number: DIREC002635

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• Posted: May 8, 2025
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

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Alamos Gold is a Canadian-based gold producer with a long-term track record of creating value for all stakeholders through solid financial performance, low-cost production growth, and a company-wide commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. We currently operate three mines – two in Canada and one in Mexico – and we have a strong portfolio of development stage projects, including the Lynn Lake Project and Island Gold Phase 3+ Expansion in Canada, and Puerto Del Aire Project in Mexico. Alamos also has an early-stage exploration project in Canada, the Qiqavik Gold Project. Our core values of safety, teamwork, environmental sustainability, integrity, and commitment allow our more than 1,900 dedicated team members to thrive in their careers and to create a lasting legacy that benefits all Alamos stakeholders.

Join A Dynamic Team of Technical Services Professionals!

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Technical Services, the Director of Metallurgy will support the company's technical services team by leading improvement initiatives and addressing operational challenges across projects and mine sites in Canada and Mexico.

Role Overview

The Director of Metallurgy will provide technical support for existing mines and projects, focusing on process areas such as carbon-in-leach and heap leach operations. The role involves collaboration with the Senior Vice President, Technical Services, and site teams to develop and implement processing plans aligned with the company's vision. Additionally, the role includes supporting the Toronto-based Technical Services team with feasibility studies, technical reports, and due diligence.

This position is based in Toronto, with regular travel to mine sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit mine sites to identify, evaluate, and manage risks in process areas, reviewing management plans, process status, and trends.
• Assist in developing practical contingency plans to mitigate key risks and ensure production continuity.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives with process teams to meet production targets.
• Conduct trade-off studies and cost estimates for process improvements and projects.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have engineering expertise and operational experience in gold processing, including crushing, grinding, leaching, and associated technologies. Strong communication skills for reports and presentations, operational skills, and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Expertise in metallurgical processes and operations

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Education

Preferred

Bachelor's degree or higher in Extractive Metallurgy or related field.

Experience

Preferred

15+ years of progressive experience as a metallurgist and processing engineer, primarily in operational roles.

Experience with carbon-in-leach and carbon-in-pulp operations is preferred; heap leach experience is a plus.

Experience designing and managing metallurgical test programs, processing methodology trade-offs, and effective stakeholder communication.

Continuous improvement experience is advantageous.

Proficiency in comminution software and fluency in English are required; Spanish is a plus.