Welder - Mill Maintenance

Iamgold Corporation; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Welder for its Côté Gold operation in Canada. This hands-on role involves performing welding and fabrication tasks to maintain and repair mobile mining equipment, ensuring safety and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in welding techniques and a commitment to safety standards. Join a forward-thinking team that values collaboration and continuous improvement in a dynamic work environment. This role not only offers competitive compensation but also a chance to contribute to sustainable mining practices and community well-being.

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Bonus

Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefits

Health Spending Account

Fitness & Wellness Subsidy

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Registered Pension Plan with Company Match

Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match

TFSA & RRSP

Electric Vehicle Subsidy

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of welding experience, preferably in mining.
• Proficient in various welding techniques and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and fabrication on mining equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols.

Skills

Welding Repairs

Custom Metal Fabrication

Blueprint Reading

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Trades Certificate

Equivalent Technical Experience

Tools

Welding Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Job Description - Welder - Mill Maintenance (14720)

Description

Improve the processes of today
Define the best practices of tomorrow

At Côté Gold, we focus on what we contribute, not just what we extract. We believe that in order for prosperity to be sustained, it must be shared, it must support the well-being of our employees and our communities, and it must be achieved with minimal impact to the environment.

Côté Gold is being developed in partnership with the Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation and Métis Nation of Ontario, Region 3.

The open-pit gold mine is a joint venture between IAMGOLD and Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd. and is operated by IAMGOLD. We are located near Gogama, Ontario, with access to stable infrastructure and strong connections with our local communities.

IAMGOLD is committed to treating all people in a way that respects their dignity and independence. Should you require any support or accommodation during the recruitment process or otherwise, please notify us when you apply and we will work to meet your accessibility needs.

The Welder will be responsible for performing welding and fabrication tasks to maintain, repair, and modify mobile mining equipment, ensuring safety, reliability, and operational efficiency. Working closely with the maintenance team, this role supports continuous improvement in asset performance while adhering to safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Area 1: Equipment Maintenance & Welding Repairs

• Proficient in welding repairs for diverse industrial machinery, including milling equipment, crushers, and conveyors, and skilled in shop fabrication.
• Expertise in custom metal fabrication and installation for equipment enhancements and structural reinforcement.
• Ability to perform detailed equipment inspections to detect and rectify structural defects and wear.
• Comprehensive knowledge of various welding techniques, including SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and oxy-acetylene cutting.
• Specialized skills in repairing high-wear industrial components, such as chutes, transition zones, and piping systems.
• Commitment to delivering welding work that consistently meets company and OEM quality standards.
• Capable of executing field welding repairs while strictly adhering to safety and quality protocols.

Area 2: Health & Safety Compliance

• Strictly comply with all company safety protocols, mining regulations, and government mandates.
• Implement and adhere to proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, consistently maintaining a secure work environment.
• Proactively identify and report safety hazards, equipment malfunctions, and potential risks to supervisory personnel.
• Consistently utilize and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and practice safe work procedures.
• Perform thorough equipment cleaning, removing grease and debris to mitigate fire risks before welding.
• Ensure the safe handling of welding materials, adhering to all environmental and safety standards.

Area 3: Operational Excellence

• Deliver high-quality welding and fabrication to minimize equipment downtime and adhere to maintenance schedules.
• Proactively identify and document welding repair needs through detailed Work Requests (WRs) for efficient planning and execution.
• Continuously evaluate and refine welding techniques to improve equipment durability and reliability.
• Maintain meticulous records of welding activities, inspections, and completed repairs for accurate tracking and reporting.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Actively pursue opportunities to enhance welding skills and expertise.

Area 4: Work Collaboratively with Others to Deliver Operational Reliability

• Collaborate with maintenance teams to optimize workflow and prioritize repairs effectively.
• Provide welding expertise through mentoring and supporting team members in best practices and problem-solving.
• Assist Millwrights in diagnosing and resolving structural and mechanical equipment failures.
• Support Millwrights and the Mill Maintenance team with daily tasks and operations.
• Cultivate a positive and collaborative work environment to enhance team performance and operational efficiency.

Safety & Sustainability Expectations

Be a champion for safety, promoting positive and constructive safety culture.

Scope of Responsibility & Complexity

• Executes critical welding and fabrication on milling equipment, ensuring safety and reliability with minimal supervision.
• Repairs structural and mechanical failures with precision, problem-solving skills, and adherence to industry standards.
• Manages multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, adapting to changing priorities while collaborating with Mill Maintenance to optimize equipment performance.

Qualifications & Skill Requirements

Minimum Qualifications, Formal Education, Certifications or Equivalents

• Trades Certificate or equivalent provincial certification (CWB preferred).
• Equivalent Technical Experience will be considered as well.
• Apprentices may be considered in accordance with business and legislative requirements.

Work Experience – Nature & Length

• A minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
• Previous experience in open pit mining or mineral processing (specifically gold processing) is considered an asset.

Additional Qualifications – Competency Requirements

• Proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Experience with high-pressure welding and structural fabrication.
• Ability to weld in various positions (vertical, horizontal, overhead).
• Familiarity with working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and ability to work in a remote mining environment.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

This is a hands-on position with the majority of the time being spent in the field, with an exposure to the elements.

What We Offer

IAMGOLD believes in rewarding outstanding performance with an equally outstanding total rewards package. Our attractive offerings include:

● Competitive Salary and Bonus
● Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefit Coverage
● Health Spending Account
● Fitness & Wellness Subsidy
● Employee & Family Assistance Program
● Registered Pension Plan with Company Match
● Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match
● TFSA & RRSP
● Electric Vehicle Subsidy

Empowering People – Extraordinary Performance

I AMGOLD is a leading mid-tier gold producer and developer based in Canada, with operating mines in North America and West Africa. Throughout our 30 year history, we have demonstrated our commitment to responsible and sustainable mining practices, and our Zero Harm commitment ensures that we continually strive to reach the highest standards in human health and safety, minimize our impact on the environment and support the development of the local communities in which we proudly operate.

At IAMGOLD we believe that by engaging, empowering and supporting each other, we can achieve extraordinary performance. Our core values guide us; we are driven to excellence in everything we do, we are accountable and operate with transparency, we conduct ourselves with respect and embrace diversity, we grow with teamwork, learning and innovation.

IAMGOLD is proud to be recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index.

Primary Location

Canada

Work Locations

06 - Cote Gold Mine Site IAMGOLD Corp, Côté Gold Division 3 Mesomikenda Lake Rd, PO Box 100, Gogama P0M 1W0

Job

Operations

Organization

Cote Gold

Job Posting

Mar 19, 2025, 1:22:34 PM