Goldstrike- Metallurgy Superintendent

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

401k retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Job summary

A leading mining company in Nevada is seeking a Superintendent of Metallurgy to manage technical processes and lead teams within its Carlin Complex Operations. The role demands a strong background in chemical/metallurgical engineering with at least 8 years of experience. The successful candidate will oversee safety compliance while driving performance improvements in metal production. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic, collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in specialty area with leadership roles.
• In-depth understanding of gold pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy.
• Strong proven administrative and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible leadership promoting a Zero Harm Workplace.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Lead and develop technical teams to enhance metallurgical processes.

Skills

Leadership of technical teams

Oral and written communication

Project management

Metallurgical accounting practices

Education

Degree in Chemical engineering or Metallurgical engineering

Tools

Roasters

Autoclaves

Acid plants

CIL/CIP

Flotation

Comminution

Water treatment

Job description

Job Description

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Position Overview

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Superintendent of Metallurgy with our Carlin Complex Operations. The Metallurgy Superintendent is a key member of the process leadership team working interactively with stakeholders to develop our people, carry out the company’s internal controls, budgeting, and to ensure a safe, productive, and cost-effective operation. As Metallurgy Superintendent, you will balance daily delivery and establish the future at Carlin Complex Process Metallurgy, with accountability for all technical aspects of process related to metal production. Reporting to the Metallurgy Manager, you will be a critical part of this business building strong partnerships and technical excellence.

Company Vision

At Nevada Gold Mines, 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

• Provide visible leadership in line with our value of creating a Zero Harm Workplace.
• Ensure that adequate safety standards, procedures and methods of work are being maintained consistent with company, federal, and state regulations.
• Work closely with process supervision along with outside departments to ensure environmental compliance and safe functionality of the plant operation and maintaining of equipment.
• Facilitate collaboration with stakeholders including Operations, Maintenance, Finance, Technical Services, Safety, and Environmental.
• Lead, coach, and develop technical teams to deliver on improvement projects, process optimization, business plans, and driving metallurgical excellence in line with organizational core values.
• Accurate metallurgical allocation of gold and silver, including compliance with metallurgical accounting standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical engineering, Metallurgical engineering, or a related degree.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in a specialty area are necessary, including leadership roles in technical teams.
• Working knowledge and experience working with the following unit operations: roasters, autoclaves, acid plants, CIL/CIP, flotation, comminution, and water treatment.
• In-depth understanding of gold pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy along with experimental design.
• Understanding of project management principles preferred.Experience in supervision of technical staff required.
• Experience presenting and publishing high-quality work required.
• Proven ability to lead innovative projects from conception through design.
• Knowledge of metallurgical accounting practices and procedures.
• Ability to create teams, lead teams, work as part of a team, as well as work independently when needed.
• Strong proven oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent administrative, organization, and supervisor skills.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state.

Benefits

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines 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.

About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations and projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".

About The Team

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.