Process Operator

Gowest Gold Ltd; Timmins; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gowest Gold Ltd in Timmins, Ontario, seeks a Mill Operator in a structured progression program to develop from trainee to skilled mill operator.

You will receive hands-on training and advance through Ministry modules while supporting daily milling operations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• MTCU Basic Mill Operator Common Core or ability to obtain.
• Previous experience in mining, industrial, or processing environments is an asset.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• LOTO training is an asset.
• Ability to learn and follow standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn how equipment and circuits operate.
• Physically able to perform labour-intensive tasks, including lifting, climbing, standing, and working in varied weather conditions.
• Comfortable working in a noisy, fast-paced, and safety-sensitive environment.
• Basic computer skills for completing logs, training modules, and production data entry.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs.
• Willingness to participate in training, including MTCU modules and competency-based progression requirements.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE and participate in hazard reporting.
• Perform routine equipment checks, inspections, and housekeeping in assigned areas.
• Assist with mill start-ups, shutdowns, and basic troubleshooting under guidance.
• Monitor process conditions and report any abnormalities to the supervisor.
• Operate equipment and circuits as training progresses.
• Support material handling activities, including shoveling, lifting, and cleaning as required.
• Perform simple process adjustments as permitted by competency level.
• Communicate effectively with operators, maintenance, and supervisors to maintain safe and steady production.
• Participate in scheduled training, cross-training, and competency evaluations to progress through levels.
• Assist in isolations and lockout/tagout procedures as authorized by training.
• Safely respond and manage emergencies involving operating equipment.
• Maintain a clean work environment to support safe and efficient mill operations.
• Provide support to other operators and contribute to team-based problem solving.
• Work in a healthy work environment with full support, cooperation and commitment to satisfy our operation’s goal of being accident-free.
• Comply with federal and provincial acts and regulations, and legal requirements.
• Adhere to all relevant corporate policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Safety procedures

SOPs learning ability

Physically fit

Reliability

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma

MTCU Basic Mill Operator Common Core

MTCU eligibility / ability to obtain

Job description

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.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position follows a Mill Line of Progression designed to develop employees into skilled operators who can support all stages of the milling process. Placement within the progression will be based on the candidate’s completed Ministry training modules. Through hands‑on training, competency development, and gradually increasing responsibilities, operators learn to safely operate equipment, monitor plant performance, and support day‑to‑day production activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE and participate in hazard reporting.
• Perform routine equipment checks, inspections, and housekeeping in assigned areas.
• Assist with mill start‑ups, shutdowns, and basic troubleshooting under guidance.
• Monitor process conditions and report any abnormalities to the supervisor.
• Operate equipment and circuits as training progresses.
• Support material handling activities, including shoveling, lifting, and cleaning as required.
• Perform simple process adjustments as permitted by competency level.
• Communicate effectively with operators, maintenance, and supervisors to maintain safe and steady production.
• Participate in scheduled training, cross‑training, and competency evaluations to progress through levels.
• Assist in isolations and lockout/tagout procedures as authorized by training.
• Safely respond and manage emergencies involving operating equipment.
• Maintain a clean work environment to support safe and efficient mill operations.
• Provide support to other operators and contribute to team‑based problem solving.
• Work in a healthy work environment with full support, cooperation and commitment to satisfy our operation’s goal of being accident‑free.
• Comply with federal and provincial acts and regulations, and legal requirements.
• Adhere to all relevant corporate policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• MTCU Basic Mill Operator Common Core or ability to obtain.
• Previous experience in mining, industrial, or processing environments is an asset.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) training is an asset.
• Ability to learn and follow standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn how equipment and circuits operate.
• Physically able to perform labour‑intensive tasks, including lifting, climbing, standing, and working in varied weather conditions.
• Comfortable working in a noisy, fast‑paced, and safety‑sensitive environment.
• Basic computer skills for completing logs, training modules, and production data entry.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs.
• Willingness to participate in training, including MTCU modules and competency‑based progression requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• The role is located at the Redstone Mill, which is approximately 35 kilometers southeast of Timmins, Ontario, Canada.
• This posting is for an existing role at Gowest.
• The ideal candidate for the role will work a 5‑5‑4 rotation, 12‑hour shifts.
• 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.