Chief Metallurgist

Round Mountain is an open-pit mine located in Nevada, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world. The mine uses conventional open-pit mining methods and processes ore by mill and heap leach. Kinross began operating the mine in 2003, and it has since become a continuous improvement leader in the Company’s portfolio. Round Mountain poured its 15 millionth ounce in 2018. Round Mountain and the nearby Bald Mountain mine make up Kinross’ Nevada operations.

The Round Mountain mine is an important contributor to the Nye County economy and, working with local stakeholders, has helped achieve significant improvements in healthcare and education in the area.

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Mill and Ore Processing Manager, the incumbent undertakes assorted fundamental research and development projects with an end objective of improving crusher, heap-leach and ADR plant operating and maintenance efficiency. The leach pads at Round Mountain contain upwards of one billion tons of rock, and optimization of their recovery is crucial. The incumbent will introduce sound metallurgical practice to all process changes and recovery improvements. Incumbent will have direct oversight over the Metallurgy services and Analytical Services departments. He/she will conduct all required personnel reviews, safety meetings, safety inspections, and task observations while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross’ values.

Job Responsibilities

Qualifications And Skill Requirements

Reporting Relationships

Legislative Requirements

Background Check required

US work permit required

Language Requirements

English

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).