Specialist, IT Services (Mount Milligan)

Centerra Gold Inc.; Elizabethton (TN); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free travel allowance

Extended health, dental, vision, and旅行

Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D

RRSP with Company match

Job summary

Centerra Gold Inc. is seeking a Specialist, IT Services to support desktop and network users at the Mount Milligan Mine site. You will maintain virtualization clusters, manage servers, and troubleshoot complex IT infrastructure while collaborating with global teams.

The role requires travel to remote mine sites, on‑site camp accommodations, and a comprehensive benefits package. Eligible candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of IT experience in similar environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering or Information technology related field.
• 3 years of professional hands‑on experience in similar role or a combination of education/certifications.
• Strong knowledge in network and server administration, enterprise virtualization, and M365 services.
• Proven IT user support experience across hardware, software, and networks.
• Ability to frequently travel to remote mine sites.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor Hyper‑V/VMware HA cluster and Windows Server infrastructure, including enterprise storage, database servers, AD objects, and mobile devices.
• Administer, troubleshoot and enhance complex network infrastructure, including Fortinet firewalls, Cisco switches, wireless access points, internet connectivity, Phone systems, and relevant network and radio communication equipment.
• Install, configure, and maintain computers, workstations, and other end user hardware and peripherals.
• Provide support to Mine site end users. Ensure that IT service requests and technical issues are addressed promptly and efficiently.
• Document jobs, work and processes, create and update IT technical documentation including network diagrams, system configurations, asset inventory and knowledge articles.

Skills

Network administration

Server administration

IT user support

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT

Tools

Fortinet firewall

Cisco switches

Hyper-V/VMware

Active Directory

Job description

Job No:MTM145

Location:Fort St. James, BC

• Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan IT team
• Boost your career by joining an established organization
• Receive a highly attractive annual salary between $85,000 - $115,000, 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 of quality mining assets 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 central BC, 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

Reporting to the Supervisor, IT Systems, theSpecialist, IT Services will primarily be responsible for providing desktop and network support for the end‑users at Mount Milligan Mine site. The incumbent in this position will also gain hands on experience working with network and server management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and monitor on‑premises Hyper‑V/VMWare HA cluster and Windows Server infrastructure, including enterprise storage, database servers, AD objects, and mobile devices.
• Administer, troubleshoot and enhance complex network infrastructure, including Fortinet firewalls, Cisco switches, wireless access points, internet connectivity, Phone systems, and relevant network and radio communication equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Install, configure, and maintain computers, workstations, and other end user hardware and peripherals.
• Provide support to Mine site end users. Ensure that IT service requests and technical issues are addressed promptly and efficiently.
• Collaborate closely with the Global Infrastructure and Cyber Security team to ensure compliance with the Corporate IT policies, cybersecurity standards and best practices, while driving continuous improvement initiatives for MTM IT infrastructure.
• Work to secure IT systems against unauthorized use.
• Work to protect the security and confidentiality of data.
• Maintain backup systems to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware and software problems; provide support for all services relating to IT systems.
• Document jobs, work and processes, create and update IT technical documentation including network diagrams, system configurations, asset inventory and knowledge articles.
• Follow documented processes, procedures, company policies & IT Code of Conduct.
• Respond to alerts from various IT Enterprise network and application monitoring dashboards for Virtual machines, Antivirus, Malware, Firewall Management, Active Directory, Network Performance, SIEM, Backups, and Cloud Services.
• Offer recommendations and observations for improving IT Services.
• Work to deliver IT Plans and Objectives.
• Be available to work at any BC location where shared IT services are required.
• Support all global and local technology projects.
• Other related tasks and duties as assigned.

About You

Our ideal candidate will possess the following skillset and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering or Information technology related field.
• A valid class 5 driver’s license.
• A minimum of 3 years professional hands‑on experience in similar role or a combination of education/certifications.
• Highly comfortable in interacting with others, of varying personalities, in person, on the phone and through using remote tools.
• Capable of providing extended hours when required to meet deadlines.
• Work with tools and equipment in Indoor, Outdoor and Industrial environments.
• Work effectively independently and in a team environment with a positive attitude.
• Focus on safety and continuous improvement.
• Certification in relevant technologies, such as Cisco CCNA, Fortinet FCP, Microsoft Server certifications is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge in network and server administration, enterprise virtualization, and M365 services.
• Proven experience in IT user support, including troubleshooting hardware, software, and networks.
• Ability to frequently travel to remote mine sites.

Working Conditions

• Camp-based role working 12‑hour days on a 14 day on/14 day off rotation, with accommodation provided during rotation.
• Exposure to indoor/outdoor environments, heavy equipment, noise, and moving parts.
• PPE always required.
• Safety‑sensitive environment with zero‑tolerance drug and alcohol policy.
• Bus transportation provided from regional locations.

About the Benefits

As a valued member of Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine IT 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 RRSP 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. To learn more about the industry‑leading financial, health, and wellbeing benefits of joining Centerra, please visit this website!