Senior Metallurgist (Mount Milligan)

Centerra Gold; Fort St. James; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free travel allowance

Extended health, dental, vision, and R

Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D

Job summary

Centerra Gold is seeking a Senior Metallurgist to join the Mount Milligan Mine operations team on a 14 days on / 14 days off, 12-hour days, with camp accommodations provided.

You will lead the shift Metallurgists and Technicians, provide technical leadership for metallurgical performance, optimization, and continuous improvement across plant operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering in mineral processing or metallurgy.
• Professional engineering designation (EGBC) preferred.
• 5–15+ years in mineral processing/metallurgy or process engineering.
• Class 5 driver’s license with clean abstract.
• Experience in copper/gold flotation and related processes.
• Meet pre-employment testing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of Plant Metallurgists, Junior Metallurgists, and Technicians.
• Plan and schedule metallurgical work to meet KPIs and milestones.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Metallurgists and Technicians.
• Monitor plant performance; identify sources of variability and implement improvements.
• Lead complex metallurgical projects and equipment inspections; ensure safety.

Skills

Mineral processing

Metallurgy leadership

Project management

Technical analysis

Education

Bachelors in Engineering (Mineral Processing, Metallurgy, Materials, or Chemical)

Professional engineering designation

Tools

PI

SAP

TapRooT

Management of Change (MOC)

Job description

• Become a valuable addition toCenterra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team
• Boost your career by joining an establishedorganization
• Receive a competitive annual salary of $125,000 - $155,000, plus bonus and benefits

About Centerra Gold

Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leadingNorth American gold and copper producersengaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition 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 committedto the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations,promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct ofour employees, officers, and directors.

For more information, please see our website .

AboutMount Milligan Mine

Located approximately 155 kilometres northwest of Prince George in centralBC,the Mount Milligan Mineis 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 withcomfortablecamp 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

We have an exciting opportunity for an Senior Metallurgistto join our Mount Milligan Mine (MTM) operations site.

This role operates on a rotation of 14 days on / 14 days off at a 12-hour daily schedule with camp accommodations provided.

The Senior Metallurgist will report to the Superintendent, Metallurgy and will be responsible to lead the shift Metallurgists/Technicians and provide technical support to the Mill Operations team. The Senior Metallurgist provides technical leadership for metallurgical performance, optimization, and continuous improvement across Mount Milligan plant operations. The position directly supervises Plant Metallurgists and Metallurgical Technicians, ensuring safe work practices and compliance with applicable legislation, company policies, standards, and procedures. The role plans and schedules metallurgical work to meet departmental goals, KPIs, project milestones, and deadlines while providing guidance and mentorship to the team.

The Senior Metallurgist monitors plant performance, identifies process variability, and develops recommendations to improve stability, efficiency, recovery, and overall plant performance. Responsibilities include conducting investigations, metallurgical test work, technical projects, data analysis, and process evaluations to maintain performance and identify opportunities to exceed targets. Working closely with Mill Operations Supervisors and multidisciplinary teams, the Senior Metallurgist provides technical support to operations and leads complex metallurgical projects. Responsibilities include equipment inspections, team scheduling, and ensuring project deliverables meet scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety requirements. Advanced proficiency with systems such as PI, SAP, TapRooT, and Management of Change is expected.

The Senior Metallurgist supports commissioning and ramp-up activities, including metallurgical accounting and performance testing, and leads risk assessments, HAZOP/HAZID, and operability reviews. The position requires strong leadership, project management, communication, and technical expertise in mineral processing, supported by a degree in Metallurgical, Mineral Processing, or Chemical Engineering and relevant industry experience.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Direct supervision of Plant Metallurgists, Junior Metallurgists, and Metallurgical Technicians. Ensure all employees work safely in accordance with applicable legislation, company policies, standards, and procedures.
• Plan and schedule metallurgical work plan to meet departmental goals, KPIs, project milestones, and deadlines.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Metallurgists/Technicians under direct supervision.
• Monitor and report on plant performance, identify sources of variability and make recommendations for improvements to increase stability and efficiency.
• Conduct investigations, test work, and technical projects to maintain performance and identify opportunities to exceed targets.
• Support assay lab personnel through QAQC monitoring, recommendations, and spreadsheet provisions.
• Maintain quality control programs within the plant and onsite laboratory.
• Take lead on complex technical projects and guide Metallurgists & Metallurgical Technicians to support these projects.
• Analyze metallurgical data and interpret results to guide process improvements.
• Lead equipment inspections and ensure safety of the team while performing inspections.
• Support Mill Operations Supervisors and provide technical recommendations.
• Demonstrates advanced proficiency in utilizing various management tools and systems essential for operations, such as SAP, TapRooT, MOC (Management of Change), etc.
• Approve and maintain team schedule work time and vacations.
• Ensure project deliverables meet scope, schedule, cost, and safety standards.
• Support commissioning and ramp-up, including metallurgical accounting and performance tests.
• Lead risk assessments, HAZOP/HAZID, and operability reviews

About You

The following will be critical to successfully perform this role:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mineral Processing, Metallurgy, Materials, or Chemical) or equivalent
• Professional engineering designation and capacity to transfer to EGBC
• 5-15+ years of experience in mineral processing, metallurgy, or process engineering (range varies by seniority).
• Class 5 driver’s license with clean abstract
• Experience and competency in mineral processing, specifically with comminution and copper/gold flotation experience
• Requirement to meetpre-employment testing

Working Conditions

• Work involves a camp-based role at the Mount Milligan Mine site with a set work schedule on a 14x14, 12 hours per day
• Candidates must be able to maintain high levels of performance for extended shifts, up to 12 hours in duration
• Occasional exposure to hazardous environments with the requirement of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Mount Milligan is a safety-sensitive environment and promotes a drug & alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a ZERO – TOLERANCE policy, with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs/paraphernalia on site
• Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from Prince George, Fort St. James and Mackenzie

About the Benefits

As a valued member of Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations 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:

• Tax-free travel allowance commensurate with the distance required for travel
• Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance
• Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D
• Company-sponsored pension with Company match
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Healthcare Spending Account / Lifestyle Wellness Spending Account
• Reimbursements on work gear and equipment
• Quarterly Incentive Bonus
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
• Parental leave top-up program
• Professional developmentwithin the organization

This is your chance tobe part ofan established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.

PEOPLE FIRST

Respecting the rights of our people, developing and promoting our talent, and creating an inclusive work environment that recognizes the diversity and the unique experiences of our employees is fundamental to our People First mandate.

Centerra Gold puts People First in every region we operate, by committing to nurture an inclusive culture that respects, values, and celebrates the global power of all perspectives. We welcome diverse backgrounds and experience at all our sites, and qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic characteristics, disability, or national or ethnic origin. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

To learn more about the industry-leading financial, health, and wellbeing benefits of joining Centerra, please visit this website!