Foreman, Mill Operations

Careermine; Williams Lake; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

RRSP matching

Job summary

Trekor Metals Limited is seeking a Foreman, Mill Operations at the Gibraltar Mine in Williams Lake, BC. You will supervise crews across crushing, grinding and milling circuits to ensure safe, efficient production and continuous improvement.

The role demands 5 years mining experience with supervisory background, plus knowledge of DCS, SX-EW and SAG milling. Competitive salary and full benefits accompany this permanent, full-time position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years experience in a mining environment with crushing, grinding, flotation and dewatering; 3 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operating crews in primary crushing, concentrators, tailings storage, environmental ponds, and water systems.
• Initiate and expeditie maintenance and repair work orders.
• Recommend policy and equipment changes.
• Motivate crews for safe, efficient operations and strong team discipline.
• Correct operating problems and report production variances to senior management.
• Coordinate with other departments as needed.
• Approve timecards and conduct safety meetings and performance appraisals.

Skills

SAG milling

SX-EW experience

DCS familiarity

MS Word & Excel

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

Position at Gibraltar Mine

Position Title

Foreman, Mill Operations

Employment Type

Full-Time

Organization

Gibraltar Mine

Location

Williams Lake, BC

Reporting Relationship

Senior Foreman, Mill Operations

Salary Range

$102,700 to $128,300

About Trekor

Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia (BC), Canada, Trekor Metals Limited (Trekor) is a leading North American copper producer with a robust development pipeline of minerals projects and properties in Canada and the United States.

Known for seeing opportunities where other mining companies do not, Trekor has a two-decade track record of delivering value for shareholders, employees, communities where we operate, and others - from acquiring the Gibraltar Mine in BC for a single dollar and building it into Canada's second-largest copper producer, to transforming Arizona's Florence Copper into the world's first greenfield in-situ copper recovery operation.

Trekor goes Beyond Potential.

For more information visit our website www.Trekormetals.com .

Role Overview

Supervise, coordinate and control the safe and efficient operation of the day-to-day milling process.

Core Responsibilities

• Supervising the operating crews in the primary crushing circuits, the copper and molybdenum concentrators, tailings storage facility, environmental ponds, and water systems.
• Initiating and expediting work orders for on-shift maintenance and repair.
• Recommending changes and modifications to company policies, personnel and equipment.
• Motivating crews in proper operating practices, good housekeeping, fostering a solid team atmosphere while maintaining a safe, disciplined work environment.
• Correcting operating problems and notifying senior management of any prolonged production variance.
• Requesting services from other departments as required.
• Approving timecards, carrying-out planned job evaluations and area audit inspections, conducting safety meetings and employee performance appraisals.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years experience in a mining environment with (crushing, grinding, flotation and dewatering), 3 years previous supervisory experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge or experience with SAG milling would be desirable and previous experience with an SX-EW operation and/or in maintenance would be an asset.
• Familiarity with a Distributed Control System (DCS) and Expert System would be a definite asset.
• Computer skills to include proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

The Community

• Williams Lake has a population of approximately 12,000 but services nearly 25,000 as it is a central hub for many outlying smaller communities
• Adult recreational leagues for many popular sports including hockey, soccer, and softball
• A fantastic trail network for mountain biking, walking, and hiking
• Dozens of nearby lakes for fishing, paddling, and camping opportunities
• Close by cross country and downhill skiing venues

Compensation

At all Trekor locations, we pride ourselves in offering a challenging and rewarding work environment. Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through development, education, and succession plan programs.

Additionally, our compensation and benefits package includes competitive salaries and vacation packages, health, dental, and disability insurance benefits, and an RRSP matching program.

Trekor is an equal opportunity employer who encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.