Manager, Technical Services (Thompson Creek)

Centerra Gold Inc.; Clayton (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k retirement plan with Companymatch

Healthcare Spending Account

Annual Incentive Bonus and Long-Term 


Employee Share Purchase Plan with 
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Job summary

Centerra Gold Inc. is seeking a Manager, Technical Services for Thompson Creek Mine in Idaho. You will lead mine planning, geology, engineering, survey and geotechnical functions, ensuring safe, cost-effective practices and optimal resource extraction.

This role offers relocation to Idaho or a rotational schedule and requires strong leadership and regulatory compliance expertise. You will align departmental goals with site strategy, develop long-term plans, budgets, and performance reporting,

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in open pit mining with at least 5 years in a technical services leadership or management role.
• Extensive expertise in mine planning, geotechnical analysis, geology, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and team development capabilities.
• Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Align the technical services department and individual goals with site vision and strategic planning initiatives.
• Oversee the development and execution of short, medium, and long-term mine plans, budgets, and production strategies to meet business targets.
• Ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance in mine designs, resource estimations, technical studies, and reporting.
• Manage the design, construction, and commissioning of mine infrastructures.
• Lead the business planning process, including operational costs as well as potential capital needs, to create a budget for the site.
• Coordinate technical services activities to support contract mining teams and align plans with production and development schedules.
• Implement and promote continuous improvement initiatives, adopting new technologies and best practices.
• Mentor, develop, and manage technical staff, including knowledge transfer and performance management.
• Conduct performance evaluations, recommend promotions and carry out corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare and deliver accurate technical reports, forecasts, and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and corporate governance standards in all technical service activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Team development

Communication

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or Geology

Advanced qualifications in mine planning / mineral economics / management

Tools

Mine planning software

Budgeting tools

Job description

Boost your knowledge and skills by joining an established organization

Professional development within the organization

Receive competitive pay, plus top-notch benefits

Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion

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.

About Thompson Creek Mine

The Thompson Creek Mine is a primary, surface molybdenum mine and mill located approximately 48 kilometers southwest of the town of Challis in Idaho's Custer County.

In operations since 1983, the mine uses conventional open-pit mining methods with large electric-powered shovels that can each move up to 100,000 tons of waste rock and ore per day.

Thompson Creek Mine 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 a Manager, Technical Services to join our Thompson Creek team. Open to candidates willing to relocate to Idaho or working a rotational schedule such as 14x7, etc.

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, the Technical Services Manager provides strategic leadership and management of all technical disciplines supporting mining, including mine planning, geology, engineering, survey, and geotechnical functions. The manager ensures the delivery of safe, cost-effective practices and optimum extraction of resources in alignment with Centerra’s policies and procedures.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Align the technical services department and individual goals with site vision and strategic planning initiatives.
• Oversee the development and execution of short, medium, and long-term mine plans, budgets, and production strategies to meet business targets.
• Ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance in mine designs, resource estimations, technical studies, and reporting.
• Manage the design, construction, and commissioning of mine infrastructures.
• Lead the business planning process, including operational costs as well as potential capital needs, to create a budget for the site.
• Coordinate technical services activities to support contract mining teams and align plans with production and development schedules.
• Implement and promote continuous improvement initiatives, adopting new technologies and best practices.
• Mentor, develop, and manage technical staff, including knowledge transfer and performance management.
• Conduct performance evaluations, recommend promotions and carry out corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare and deliver accurate technical reports, forecasts, and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and corporate governance standards in all technical service activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About You

To qualify, the following skills and experiences are required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline.
• Advanced qualifications in mine planning, mineral economics, or management preferred.
• 10+ years’ experience in open pit mining with at least 5 years in a technical services leadership or management role.
• Extensive expertise in mine planning, geotechnical analysis, geology, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and team development capabilities.
• Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of the management team.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.

About The Benefits

As a valued member of Centerra's Thompson Creek Mine operation's team, you can look forward to a competitive annual salary. You'll also gain access to Centerra's industry-leading benefits including**:

• PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan with Company match
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Annual Incentive Bonus and Long-Term Incentive Plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
• Professional development within the organization
• Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Please note, compensation and benefit packages vary depending on department or position.

This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.