Technician, Mine Drilling (Mount Milligan)

Centerra Gold Inc.; Fort St. James; Hybrid; CAD 67,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental

Pension with company match

Employee assistance program

Annual bonus

Travel allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Centerra Gold Inc. is seeking a Technician, Mine Drilling for Mount Milligan Mine in Fort St. James, BC. The role operates on a 14 days on/14 days off rotation with 12-hour daily shifts, and camp accommodations are provided.

Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, you will operate mobile drilling machines safely, perform inspections, and maintain equipment. A BC Driver's license and 2+ years of heavy equipment experience are required; safety is paramount.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience running heavy equipment.
• Ability to work in a safety-sensitive environment.
• Valid BC driver's license required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Open pit mining experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operational integrity of the Mining department to meet safety, environmental, quality, cost and production targets.
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections and complete daily equipment reports.
• Report unsafe mechanical conditions to a supervisor.
• Maintain good housekeeping on equipment.
• Follow established traffic patterns to avoid road hazards.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Job description

Technician, Mine Drilling (Mount Milligan)

Job No:MTM188

Location:Fort St. James, BC

• Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team
• Boost your career by joining an established organization
• Receive a competitive hourly wage of $48.88 - $55.08, plus bonus and benefits

About Centerra Gold

Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged 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 committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors.

For more information, please see our website.

About Mount Milligan Mine

Located approximately 155 kilometres northwest of Prince George in centralBC, the Mount Milligan Mine is 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 with comfortable camp 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, Mine Drillingto 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.

Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, Mine Drilling Technician will be responsible for operating mobile drilling machines in a safe and responsible manner. The operator must also clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by policies and procedures.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with the operational integrity of the Mining department as required to achieve safety, environmental, quality, costs, production, and continuous improvement targets.
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections and complete daily equipment reports.
• Report unsafe mechanical conditions to a supervisor.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices on equipment.
• Follow established traffic patterns avoiding road hazards and other hazardous conditions.

About You

The following will be critical to successfully perform this role:

• 2 or more years experience running heavy equipment.
• Attention and compliance to established safety rules and guidelines is paramount.
• Ability to stay alert and pay attention to detail during all hours and weather conditions encountered during a shift.
• Ability to safely climb and access equipment, as well as lift heavy objects up to 50lbs.
• Strong leadership/team skills and the ability to work independently as required.
• Experience in an open pit mining environment is an asset.
• Valid BC Drivers License required.

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
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
• Parental leave top‑up program
• Professional development within the organization

This is your chance to be part of an 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.