Technician, Lab Assay (Mount Milligan)

Centerra Gold

Fort St. James

On-site

CAD 50,971 - 61,992

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free travel allowance
Extended health, dental, vision, and旅行
Life Insurance
Pension with company match
Employee Assistance Program
Healthcare Spending Account
Reimbursements on work gear
Parental leave top-up
Professional development

Job summary

Centerra Gold's Mount Milligan Mine in British Columbia is seeking a Technician, Lab Assay to support mine and mill operations. The role involves preparing and analyzing mineral samples, QA/QC, and maintaining safety standards on a 7 days on/7 days off, 12-hour schedule with camp accommodations.

You will collaborate with Mine, Mill and Metallurgy teams, perform routine analyses (fire assay, wet assay, AAS, ICP-OES, LECO, XRF), manage data in LIMS, and contribute to continuous improvement while

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Diploma or certificate in Chemistry, Laboratory Technology, or related scientific discipline is highly desired.
  • Minimum 1–3 years of lab experience, preferably in mining/mineral processing.
  • Experience in assaying base metals, gold, and instrumental techniques is an asset.
  • Experience with fire/wet assay, AAS, ICP-OES, LECO, and XRF is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Perform safe, accurate preparation and analysis of mineral samples.
  • Record, verify, and report analytical data within required turnaround times.
  • Maintain laboratory equipment and PPE and keep a clean, safe workspace.
  • Assist with inventory management of lab consumables and supplies.
  • Support QA/QC procedures and continuous improvement of lab methods.

Skills

Lab experience
Communication
Team coordination
Independent work
Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
Diploma or certificate in Chemistry/Lab Technology

Tools

Fire assay
Wet assay
AAS
ICP-OES
LECO
XRF

Job description

  • Become a valuable addition toCenterra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team
  • Boost your career by joining an establishedorganization
  • Receive a competitive hourly wage of $37.18 - $45.44, plus bonus and benefits
About Centerra Gold

Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leadingNorthAmerican 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 conductofour 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 Technician, Lab Assay to join our Mount Milligan Mine (MTM) operations site.

This role operates on a rotation of 7 days on / 7 days off at a 12-hour daily schedule with camp accommodations provided.

The Technician, Lab Assay is responsible for supporting Mine and Mill operations through the safe, accurate, and timelypreparation and analysis of mineral samples. This position performs a variety of laboratory and sample preparation duties while ensuring compliance with established quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) standards, company procedures,and health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Perform all work safely and in compliance with company policies, site procedures, and applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Collaborate effectively with Mine, Mill, Metallurgy, and other operational teams to support production requirements.
  • Prepare mine, mill, and metallurgical samples for analysis, including sample receiving, logging, drying, crushing, splitting, pulverizing, and truck sample collection.
  • Conduct routine laboratory analyses in accordance with established analytical methods and QA/QC protocols.
  • Accurately record, verify, and report analytical data within required turnaround times.
  • Assist in identify, report, and respond to hazards, incidents, and near misses in accordance with site reporting procedures.
  • Maintain laboratory equipment and sample preparation equipment through routine cleaning, inspections, and basic preventative maintenance.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory by following housekeeping standards and proper waste disposal practices.
  • Assist with inventory control of laboratory consumables and supplies.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory methods, procedures, and operational efficiency.
  • Perform duties as assigned by the Assay Laboratory Supervisor.
About You

The following will be critical to successfully perform this role:

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Diploma or certificate in Chemistry, Laboratory Technology, or a related scientific discipline is highly desired.
  • Minimum 1–3 years of experience in laboratory setting, preferably in a mining, mineral processing, or an industrial environment.
  • Experience in assaying of base metals, gold, and instrumental techniques is an asset.
  • Previous experience in fire assay, wet assay, AAS, ICP-OES, LECO, and XRF operations is preferred.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office and laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is an asset.
  • Practical experience with equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting analytical processes.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills for clear reporting and team coordination.
  • Good interpersonal skills to foster collaboration between peers.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a remote camp setting.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high quality standards and meeting production targets.
  • Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Working Conditions
  • Work involves a camp-based role at the Mount Milligan Mine site with a set work schedule on a 7x7, 12 hours alternating day/night rotations
  • 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
  • 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!

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