Fourmile - Senior Metallurgist

Careermine; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Stock purchase plans

Career opportunities across Barrick

Job summary

Barrick is seeking a Senior Metallurgist to join the Fourmile Project team in Elko, NV. The role provides technical leadership to optimize metallurgical processes, driving continuous improvement to meet production, recovery, and safety targets.

The candidate will lead roasting, calcine handling, and CIL circuit improvements, mentor junior engineers, and manage metallurgical projects from concept to completion while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in metallurgical operations, with preference for roasting or refractory gold processing.
• Solid understanding of roasting chemistry, calcine handling, leaching, and CIL processes.
• Proficiency in data analysis, process control systems, and metallurgical accounting.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to optimize the crushing, dry milling, roasting, off gas handling, and CIL circuits for improved gold recovery, throughput, and reagent consumption.
• Monitor metallurgical performance KPIs and implement corrective actions when deviations occur.
• Address process upsets and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Analyze data from roaster and downstream circuits to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide technical leadership and support to the operations team.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for process-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
• Assist developing and mentoring junior metallurgical engineers and technicians, fostering technical growth and knowledge transfer.
• Provide training and guidance to operations staff on safe and effective metallurgical practices.
• Manage metallurgical projects from conception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, maintenance, and operations, to achieve project objectives.
• Analyze metallurgical data and prepare detailed technical reports.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for process performance.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Ensure all metallurgical activities comply with safety and environmental regulations.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the metallurgical team.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

7+ years experience

Roasting/CIL experience

Data analysis

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Metallurgical/Chemical Eng degree

Tools

METSIM

PI ProcessBook

Job description

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you! Our people division is growing, and we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Metallurgist to join our Fourmile Project team. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership and support to optimize metallurgical processes, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure the operation meets production, recovery, and safety targets. At Barrick our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities:

Process Optimization:

• Lead efforts to optimize the crushing, dry milling, roasting, off gas handling, and CIL circuits for improved gold recovery, throughput, and reagent consumption.
• Monitor metallurgical performance KPIs and implement corrective actions when deviations occur.

Troubleshooting and Problem Solving

• Address process upsets and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Analyze data from roaster and downstream circuits to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement.

Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical expertise and support to the operations team.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for process-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
• Assist developing and mentoring junior metallurgical engineers and technicians, fostering technical growth and knowledge transfer.
• Provide training and guidance to operations staff on safe and effective metallurgical practices.

Project Management:

• Manage metallurgical projects from conception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, maintenance, and operations, to achieve project objectives.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyze metallurgical data and prepare detailed technical reports.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for process performance.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and other stakeholders.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance:

• Ensure all metallurgical activities comply with safety and environmental regulations.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the metallurgical team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in metallurgical operations, with a strong preference for experience in roasting, calcine leaching, or refractory gold processing.
• Solid understanding of roasting chemistry, calcine handling, leaching, and CIL processes.
• Proficiency in data analysis, process control systems, and metallurgical accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with operational improvement frameworks like Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing.
• Knowledge of advanced process modeling tools (e.g., METSIM, PI ProcessBook).
• Hands-on experience with metallurgical test work and pilot-scale trials.
• Understanding of wear-resistant materials and their application in refractory gold processing.
• Knowledge of gas handling, emissions control technologies and environmental compliance in metallurgical operations.

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• An Opportunity to transform Traditional Mining into the future of Digital Mining
• Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across Barrick locations
• Barrick is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Job Identification 241254

Posting Date 2026-08-07

Job Schedule Full time

Job Category Processing

Locations Elko, NV, United States