Mill Mechanical Lead Hand

Gowest Gold Ltd; Timmins; Vor Ort; CAD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Gowest Gold Ltd. seeks a Mill Mechanical Lead Hand to coordinate mechanical maintenance of the processing plant at the Redstone Site, southeast of Timmins.

You will provide technical guidance to millwrights and apprentices to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, and related equipment. The role emphasizes leading maintenance activities, mentoring junior staff, and supporting planned shutdowns and capital projects while upholding a strong safety culture at

Qualifikationen

• Ontario Provincial Certificate of Qualification as an Industrial Mechanic Millwright (433A) preferred or Interprovincial Red Seal.
• Minimum five years of progressive mechanical maintenance experience, preferably in mining/mineral processing.
• Minimum two years in a Lead Hand or crew lead capacity.
• Strong knowledge of industrial mechanical systems and maintenance practices.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate daily work for millwrights and apprentices based on operations and maintenance needs.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for mechanical tasks.
• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair plant mechanical systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime and support production targets.
• Review work orders and maintenance records accurately and promptly.
• Mentor and develop apprentices and junior mechanics.
• Promote safety and ensure compliance with lockout/tagout procedures.
• Support scheduled maintenance, shutdowns, and capital projects.

Kenntnisse

Millwright certification

Maintenance leadership

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Communication

MS Office

Maintenance planning

Ausbildung

433A Millwright Certificate

Interprovincial Red Seal

Tools

Maintenance Management System (MMS)

Blueprints/Technical drawings

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Since 2009, Gowest Gold has expanded its land holdings to over 120 square kilometres in the prolific Timmins gold camp. Our properties are strategically positioned along key geological structures, including the underexplored Pipestone Fault, associated with the gold-rich Porcupine-Destor Fault system, which has produced over 145 million ounces of gold across the Abitibi Greenstone Belt.

Today, with full ownership of both the Bradshaw Mine and the Redstone Mill, Gowest is uniquely positioned as a fully integrated and growing gold company, advancing from resource production while unlocking long-term potential across our land package.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Mill Maintenance General Foreman, the Mill Mechanical Lead Hand is responsible for coordinating and performing mechanical maintenance activities within the processing plant to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant equipment. The role provides technical guidance, work direction, and mentorship to millwrights and apprentices while supporting maintenance planning and operational objectives.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and prioritize daily work activities for millwrights and apprentices based on operational and maintenance requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to mechanical personnel in troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance tasks.
• Perform installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems, equipment, and infrastructure throughout the processing plant.
• Troubleshoot mechanical equipment and systems issues to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.
• Maintain and repair conveyors, pumps, crushers, gearboxes, agitators, piping systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other processing plant equipment.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings, inspections, hazard assessments, and incident investigations.
• Promote a strong safety culture by identifying and addressing unsafe conditions and work practices.
• Support the planning and execution of scheduled maintenance activities, shutdowns, and capital projects.
• Review and complete work orders, maintenance records, and related documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance practices, and operational efficiency.
• Train, mentor, and support the development of apprentices and less experienced mechanical personnel.
• Communicate maintenance priorities, equipment concerns, and project updates to supervisors and other departments.
• Maintain inventory awareness and identify material and equipment requirements for planned work.
• Actively contribute to a safe, healthy, and cooperative work environment with a strong commitment to achieving an accident-free operation.
• Comply with all applicable federal and provincial legislation, regulations, and legal requirements.
• Adhere to all corporate policies, procedures, and site standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ontario Provincial Certificate of Qualification as an Industrial Mechanic Millwright (433A) or Interprovincial Red Seal Industrial Mechanic Millwright certification is preferred.
• A minimum of five (5) years of progressive mechanical maintenance experience, preferably in a mining or mineral processing environment.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a Lead Hand or crew lead capacity.
• Extensive knowledge of industrial mechanical systems, equipment, and maintenance best practices.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining fixed plant equipment, including conveyors, pumps, crushers, gearboxes, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems.
• Strong understanding of equipment reliability principles, mechanical maintenance standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of safe work practices, including lockout/tagout procedures, hazard identification, and risk assessment.
• Experience coordinating and prioritizing maintenance activities in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and provide guidance to mechanics, millwrights, and apprentices.
• Experience interpreting and working from mechanical drawings, blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies.
• Experience using maintenance management systems (MMS) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with operations, maintenance personnel, contractors, and suppliers.
• Experience supporting maintenance shutdowns, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of mining and mineral processing equipment and operations is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with condition monitoring, vibration analysis, precision alignment, and other equipment reliability practices is considered an asset.
• Experience with welding, fabrication, piping systems, and mechanical repair techniques is considered an asset.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• The role is located at the Redstone Site, which is approximately 35 kilometers southeast of Timmins, Ontario, Canada.
• This posting is for an existing role at Gowest.
• The ideal for the role will work a schedule of 5 days on and 2 off, 8-hour days.
• Although you will be assigned a work schedule, this is not a guaranteed schedule of hours, and your work hours may vary with the needs of the company.
• Gowest Gold promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.

Gowest Gold is an equal opportunity employer, values diversity in its workforce, and encourages applications from qualified candidates. Wherever possible, accommodations are made for qualified applicants with self-declared disabilities. Gowest Gold thanks all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Company reserves the right to administer relevant tests to shortlisted candidates selected for interviews, in an effort to determine their suitability and the preparedness of those candidates to accept and perform in the role for which they have applied.