Heavy Duty Mechanic

Centerra Gold Inc.

Fort St. James

On-site

CAD 76,000 - 90,000

Full time

18 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free travel allowance

Extended health, dental, vision, and旅行

Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D

RRSP with company match

Employee & family assistance program

Healthcare spending account

Annual incentive bonus

Employee share purchase plan with公司匹配

Parental leave top-up

Professional development within the组织

Diversity, equity, and inclusion

Job summary

Centerra Gold Inc. is seeking a skilled Trade, Mine Mechanic (Heavy Duty Mechanic) to maintain and repair mine equipment at Mount Milligan Mine, BC. The role focuses on preventative maintenance to maximize equipment availability and support production goals.

You will work with Mine Operations and Maintenance teams in a camp-based 12-hour shift rotation, with accommodation provided. Requires BC or Interprovincial Red Seal and 3+ years on heavy equipment.

Qualifications

BC or Interprovincial Red Seal Heavy-Duty Mechanic certification is required.
Minimum 3+ years of experience with surface mining or heavy industrial equipment.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair mine equipment, including major component replacements and rebuilds.
Perform preventative maintenance (inspections, lubrication, oil changes, failure analysis).
Diagnose faults using computer programs and order parts as needed.
Test repaired equipment for proper performance.
Comply with all safety, health, and environmental standards.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and collaborate with Mine and Mill Operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Safety

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Red Seal Heavy-Duty Mechanic certification

Tools

Diagnostics software

Job description

Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team
Boost your career by joining an established organization
Receive a competitive wage of $59.87 per hour, plus bonus and benefits

Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team
Boost your career by joining an established organization
Receive a competitive wage of $59.87 per hour, plus bonus and benefits

About Centerra Gold

Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition of quality mining assets in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide.

Centerra's vision is to build a team-based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors.

For more information, please see our website.

About Mount Milligan Mine

Located approximately 155 kilometres northwest of Prince George in central BC, the Mount Milligan Mine is a conventional truck-shovel open-pit copper and gold mine and concentrator with a 60,000 tpd capacity copper flotation processing plant.

Mount Milligan operates with comfortable camp accommodations equipped with private washrooms, TV, Wi-Fi, an onsite gym, and other recreational activities. Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from several locations within the region.

Mount Milligan promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.

About The Opportunity

Mount Milligan is seeking a skilled Trade, Mine Mechanic (Heavy Duty Mechanic) to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mine equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operations. This role focuses on preventative maintenance and timely repairs to maximize equipment availability and support production goals. You'll work closely with the Mine Operations and Maintenance teams to keep equipment running smoothly and safely.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and repair mine equipment, including major component replacements and rebuilds.
Perform preventative maintenance (inspections, lubrication, oil changes, failure analysis).
Diagnose faults using computer programs and order parts as needed.
Test repaired equipment for proper performance.
Comply with all safety, health, and environmental standards.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and collaborate with Mine and Mill Operations.

About You

High school diploma or equivalent.
BC or Interprovincial Red Seal Heavy-Duty Mechanic certification, required.
Minimum 3+ years of experience with surface mining or heavy industrial equipment.
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
WHMIS and TDG certifications considered assets.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Excellent safety record and ability to work independently or in a team.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in adverse conditions.

Working Conditions

Camp-based role working 12-hour days on a 7 day on/7 day off rotation, with accommodation provided during rotation.
Exposure to indoor/outdoor environments, heavy equipment, noise, and moving parts.
PPE always required.
Safety-sensitive environment with zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy.
Bus transportation provided from regional locations.

About The Benefits

As a valued member of Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team, you can look forward to a competitive compensation structure based on experience, skills, and qualifications. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including: