Alamos Gold, Inc

Junior Metallurgist

Alamos Gold, Inc$62K — $112K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Recent graduate of a chemical or metallurgical engineering program.
  • No previous mill experience required, making it suitable for fresh graduates.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office is beneficial and can enhance productivity.
  • Strong command of English is a valuable asset in communication.
  • Valid class G driver's license (or equivalent) is necessary for mobility.
  • Emphasis on teamwork and prioritizing group success over individual accolades.

Responsibilities

  • Compile daily production reports and manage operator report data.
  • Conduct month-end sampling for inventory metal balance and reconciliation.
  • Support refiner with tasks like washing electrowinning cells and gold pouring.
  • Maintain reagent inventory and place orders as necessary.
  • Perform required laboratory test work to support operational needs.
  • Conduct routine maintenance on laboratory equipment, including pH and weigh scales.
  • Prepare reagents for operational processes and assist in sample handling.

Benefits

  • 7 days on/7 days off work schedule promoting work-life balance.
  • Strict adherence to safety with PPE requirements, promoting a commitment to health.
  • Structured onboarding to teach the milling process and practical metallurgical applications.
  • Opportunity to assist in creating Standard Operating Procedures, enhancing skills in process documentation.
Full Job Description


Role Overview:

Reporting to the Chief Metallurgist, the Junior Metallurgist will be responsible for assisting the metallurgy group in achieving production targets in a safe and environmentally responsible manner, and learning about the Milling process.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Compile Mill Daily Production Reports, and enter operator report data.
  • Month-end sampling of plant inventory for metal balance, and reconciliation.
  • Assist refiner with washing electrowinning cells, and with gold pour.
  • Complete reagent inventory, and order reagents as required.
  • Perform laboratory testwork as required.
  • Routine maintenance of plant, and laboratory equipment (including pH meters, Marcy scales, and weigh scales.)
  • Prepare reagents for the Operations group (indicator solution, silver nitrate solution, etc.)
  • Assist the Metallurgy group in sampling, sample preparation, and dispatch for further testwork.
  • Assist in the creation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Other duties as may be assigned.


Qualifications:

  • Recent graduate of a chemical or metallurgical engineering program.
  • No Mill experience required.
  • Microsoft Office proficiency is an asset.
  • Excellent English proficiency is an asset.
  • Possess a valid class G driver's license (or equivalent).
  • A sense of civility, and to view the team's success as paramount over personal achievements.


Working Conditions:

  • 7 days on/7 days off.
  • Required to be clean shaven.
  • Must correctly wear all prescribed PPE requirements, including a full-face respirator.
  • Must adhere to Mill, and site policies.
  • Must be able to climb stairs, and lift weights of up to 50 lbs.
  • Outdoor work in summer, and winter conditions as required.
  • Pay or shift range: $62,250 and $112,150 CAD


Ready to make a lasting impact?Apply today and help us continue building a culture of excellence, engagement, and growth!

This is an existing vacancy. The expected salary range for this role is intended to support transparency and informed decision making. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience and internal equity.

Alamos Gold Inc.may use artificial intelligence to initially screen or assess applicants for this position with respect to mandatory job requirements.

About Alamos Gold, Inc

Alamos Gold Inc. is a Canadian-based intermediate gold producer with diversified production from three operating mines in North America. This includes the Young-Davidson mine in northern Ontario, Canada and the Mulatos and El Chanate mines in Sonora State, Mexico. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
Learn more about Alamos Gold, Inc
Size
1,840 employees
Market Cap
$5.5 billion
Industry
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+11.3%
NASDAQ

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