Rainy River Mine
Situated in beautiful northwestern Ontario, 65 km northwest of Fort Frances, the Rainy River Mine is an open pit and underground, gold and silver producing, residential mine site.

The Rainy River Mine, located adjacent to the Ontario / Minnesota border is 65 Kilometers northwest of Fort Frances, Ontario and is situated half way between Winnipeg, Manitoba and Thunder Bay, Ontario. The area is home to more than 130 species of birds and large populations of moose, black bear and deer. If you enjoy outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, winter sports and lake country then this is an area you will love to live and work in.

Applicants who reside in Northwestern Ontario and have experience working in a cross-cultural environment, coupled with knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the Northwest Ontario, are assets. Hiring priority will be given to qualified applicants who are beneficiaries of the Impact Benefits Agreement (IBA) and to qualified applicants residing in the Northwest Ontario communities. (Indigenous) Members must clearly identify their status on the online job application and resume if they wish to receive priority consideration.

About The Role

Position: Expereinced Mill Operator

Shift: 7/7 or 14/14 - Days and Nights

Position Reports To: Mill Supervisor

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a dedicated and hard-working individual to join our team as an experienced Mill Operator. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of mill processing circuits. Your primary duties will include ensuring that all operational activities are carried out safely and effectively, while consistently meeting production targets. Your commitment to safety and efficiency will be critical in maintaining a productive work environment. Camp and travel accommodations will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring various circuits in the processing plant as required by the supervisor. Circuits include: Crushing, Grinding, Leaching/Elution, Reagents, Detox and Tailings.
• Inspect the circuits regularly to detect any trouble spots and have them corrected as quickly as possible.
• Ensure the safe & efficient operation of all areas in the mill and report any unsafe conditions to mill supervisor immediately.
• Develop an understanding of all the mill circuits through training, reading, and hands-on experience.
• Always maintain a clean work area.

Qualifications

• 5+ plus years in milling environment
• Experience in operational circuits (Grinding, leaching, reagents, CND, tailings, crushing, elution & control room).
• Knowledge of Delta V or similar system and troubleshooting capabilities.
• High mechanical aptitude.
• Valid driver's license with access to personal transportation
• Ability to be flexible in job tasks and responsibilities so that work is balanced between team members.
• Demonstrated ability to share knowledge gained with others and the ability to solve problems.
• Proficient with computer and computer-based equipment.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Able to work a 12 hour 7/7 or 14/14 day and night schedule.

The anticipated salary for this position will be between $80,000 to 98,000.

*Note: this employment opportunity is based on an actual current vacancy, not just for future consideration.

Why New Gold?

• Highly competitive base salary, compensation programs and a quarterly incentive program
• Extended Health & Dental Benefit
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance benefit
• Defined match contribution to group registered retirement savings account

We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process. New Gold does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a forma contractual arrangement with the Company. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by New Gold will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered.

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