- Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team
- Boost your career by joining an established organization
- Receive a competitive hourly rate of $35.05
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.
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
As a member of the British Columbia based Mount Milligan Exploration team, the Core Cutter will be responsible for cutting all drill core with a Pothier or Corewise automatic saw, preparing sample shipments, and following all QAQC guidelines during this process.
This position is a 9-month Fixed-Term Contract. The regular schedule for this position is 7 days on, 7 days off, 12-hour days.
Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Adhere to all mine safety regulations and site policies
- Cutting drill core with a Pothier Core Cutting Saw
- Cutting drill core with a Corewise automatic saw
- Preparing poly and rice bags of cut drill core for shipment
- Following all QAQC guidelines while cutting and preparing sample shipments
- Conducting weekly workplace inspections as required
- Organization of pulp samples into storage facilities
- Participate in daily toolbox meetings and weekly safety meetings
- General housekeeping/cleaning inside/outside core shack
- Assist with additional tasks as needed including flagging trails, collar surveys/staking, drill site inspections, and field sampling
- Performs any other responsibilities related to the Core Cutter role as required or as assigned by the department head
About You
The following will be critical to successfully perform this role:
- Able to work remotely on a rotational basis completing 12-hour workdays for a one-week period
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions when required
- Conducting work in a manner promoting safety to themselves and others
- Valid Canadian Driver’s License
- Capable of lifting core boxes up to 40 lbs
- Required to meet pre-employment testing requirements.
About The Benefits
As a valued member of Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations 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
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Professional development within the organization
- Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.
If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!
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