Mill Operator

West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd.; Red Lake; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Operation Bonus Program

Fly in / Fly out

Employer paid health plan

Health Care Spending Account

Disability Coverage

RRSP matching

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. is seeking a Mill Operator to join our team in Red Lake, Ontario. The successful candidate will work on a 14:14 rotation, safely operating mill equipment to ensure efficient processing of ore.

Our company offers numerous benefits, including a bonus program, health coverage, and RRSP matching. Candidates should have a strong commitment to safety, excellent teamwork skills, and experience in a milling environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a milling environment.
• Strong commitment to safety standards.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience with operational circuits.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate mill processing circuits.
• Ensure compliance with safety guidelines.
• Monitor production and operational data.

Skills

Safety standards

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Mechanical aptitude

Flexibility

Risk assessment

Physical fitness

Knowledge sharing

Operational circuits

Tools

Mobile equipment

Mill processing circuits

Job description

West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. is a Canadian gold exploration and development company focused on restarting and expanding the historic Madsen Gold Mine in the Red Lake District of Northwestern Ontario. In addition to advancing the Madsen Mine toward sustainable production, the company is developing nearby high-grade gold deposits to support future growth. Backed by modern infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and a strong technical team, West Red Lake Gold is committed to operational excellence, responsible mining practices, and creating long-term value as it progresses toward steady commercial production

Reporting to the Mill Supervisor, the successful candidate will work 14:14 rotation working days and nights. The Mill Operator safely operates mill equipment and circuits for the efficient processing of ore.

The Benefits

Build your future with us. We support, develop, and reward our people every step of the way.

• Operation Bonus Program
• Fly in / Fly out & Camp Accommodations
• 100% employer paid extended health and dental program
• Health Care Spending Account
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• RRSP matching program
• Employee referral bonus

About The Candidate

• Strong Commitment to safety standards and operational excellence
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
• Physically fit and capable of performing demanding mill conditions.
• Mill Common Core Modules will be considered an asset.
• Committed to continuous improvement and adherence to company policies and provincial regulations.
• Expectation of maintaining high housekeeping standards
• 3+ plus years in milling environment
• High mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrated ability to share knowledge gained with others and the ability to solve problems.
• Able to perform physical work such as shovelling, liftin gup to 50 pounds
• Able to work a 12-hour shift on a 14/14 day and night schedule.
• Other duties as assigned
• Able to work in a dusty, noisy environment and able to recognize hazards and perform work without taking on risks.
• Able to assess risk and/or seek help to work safely
• Ability to be flexible in job tasks and responsibilities so that work is balanced between team members.
• Experience in operational circuits (Grinding, leaching, reagents, CND, tailings, crushing, elution & control room).

About The Role

In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of mill processing circuits. Your primary duties will include ensuring that all operational activities are carried out safely and effectively, while consistently meeting production targets. Your commitment to safety and efficiency will be critical in maintaining a productive work environment.

• Follow safe working practices and site safety guidelines and ensure activities are conducted in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Ontario) and regulations, environmental standards along with company specific procedures and policies.
• Support the mill operations Supervisor in the shift-by-shift operation of the mill
• Safely operates mobile equipment such as track skid steer loader, forklift, rock truck, amongst others.
• Observe mill production monitoring equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Record safety, operational and production data in accurate and legible circuit log sheets
• Cleans up spillage complying with environmental and safety policies
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping in work area
• Monitor reagent delivery and addition systems.
• Operating and monitoring various circuits in the processing plant as required by the supervisor. Circuits include Crushing, Grinding, Leaching/Elution, Reagents, Detox and Tailings.
• Inspect the circuits regularly to detect any trouble spots and have them corrected as quickly as possible.
• Ensure the safe & efficient operation of all areas in the mill and report any unsafe conditions to mill supervisor immediately.
• Develop an understanding of all the mill circuits through training, reading, and hands-on experience.
• Always maintain a clean work area.
• The Company is committed to provide the training for the right candidate(s) for skills and competency development. **

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, diverse workforce and responsible mining practices that create lasting value for our people, communities, and stakeholders.

At West Red Lake Gold, we foster a culture where people speak up with courage, take action, challenge unsafe conditions, and care for one another because safety is not just a set of rules, it is who we are and what we stand for. The health, safety, and well-being of our employees remain our highest priorities. We are committed to creating sustainable value through responsible environmental stewardship, strong social responsibility, and operational excellence.

*Must be willing to complete a criminal background check, pre-employment physical and drug and alcohol test*