IAMGOLD

Refiner

Gogama, ON

On-site

Oil and Gas

About This Job

Description

Improve the processes of today Define the best practices of tomorrow

At Côté Gold, we focus on what we contribute, not just what we extract. We believe that in order for prosperity to be sustained, it must be shared, it must support the well-being of our employees and our communities, and it must be achieved with minimal impact to the environment.

Côté Gold is being developed in partnership with the Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation and Métis Nation of Ontario, Region 3.

The open-pit gold mine is a joint venture between IAMGOLD and Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd. and is operated by IAMGOLD. We are located near Gogama, Ontario, with access to stable infrastructure and strong connections with our local communities.

Accessing Opportunities at Côté Gold

IAMGOLD is committed to treating all people in a way that respects their dignity and independence. Should you require any support or accommodation during the recruitment process or otherwise, please notify us when you apply and we will work to meet your accessibility needs.

REFINER

Responsible for the safe and reliable operation of the refinery. Work collaboratively with the team to deliver execution of the integrated plan and schedule, specifically gold shipments.

Undertake specific projects to improve production refinery performance.

Key Responsibilities

Area 1:

Safe and reliable refinery operation.

- Ensure safe and reliable recovery of gold cathodes and smelting of bullion.

- Maintain housekeeping of refinery to ensure a safe working environment.

- Track reagent usage and ensure sufficient inventory of refinery consumables.

- Investigate whether methods being used are the most efficient, safe, and environmentally acceptable.

- Troubleshoot and optimize circuit performance and gold production, as well as reagent usage to minimize cost.

- Prepare reports and written materials related to technical recommendation and improvements to refinery operations.

- Plan gold shipments with the mill metallurgy and security teams.

- Work closely will maintenance planners to efficiently plan maintenance work in the refinery.

- Identify safety and environmental hazards in the workplace and work together with health and safety to mitigate them in a timely manner.

- Validate lock-out tag-out sheets (LOTO) for refinery equipment.

- Assist with the development and revision of procedures as well as job hazard analys.

- Other duties as required.

Area 2:

Operational excellence.

- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety and increase productivity of the refinery.

- Commit to continuous learning and improvement.

- Continually seek to improve your skills as a Refiner.

- Watch for inefficiencies or problems.

- Ensure problems and inefficiencies are shared with others.

- Work collaboratively to troubleshoot and resolve problem.

- Consider risk along the five dimensions (throughput, time, quality, sustainability and cost).

Area 3:

Work collaboratively with others to deliver operational reliability.

- Coordinate with other team members on site to meet shift deliverables.

- Mentor and train new team members.

- Participate in and lend your expertise to the team.

- Communicate clearly and effectively using the tools provided.

- Ensure equipment logs and shift logs are accurate and complete.

- Ensure any deficiencies are communicated to the appropriate team members for follow up.

- Participate in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver on our commitment to our team, our communities, the environment, and our shareholders.

- Work collaboratively with vendors, consultants and contractors where required.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements and Nice To Haves

minimum qualifications, formal education, certifications or equivalents

- Grade 12 or equivalent is required.

- Technical diploma in mineral processing, metallurgy or other related field is considered an asset.

Work experience - Nature & Length

- Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in gold refining and/or mineral processing.

Additional qualifications - Competency requirements

- Proficiency in computer applications.

- Ability to communicate effectively.

- Ability to work independently and in team settings.

- Ability to work effectively under pressure.

- Good observational and analytical skills.

- Must be able to handle a high level of confidentiality.

- Must be capable of implementing changes to improve operational results.

- Ability to collaborate and effectively lead others in a team environment.

What We Offer

IAMGOLD believes in rewarding outstanding performance with an equally outstanding total rewards package. Our attractive offerings include:

Competitive Salary and Bonus Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefit Coverage Health Spending Account Fitness & Wellness Subsidy Employee & Family Assistance Program Registered Pension Plan with Company Match Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match TFSA & RRSP Electric Vehicle Subsidy

Empowering People – Extraordinary Performance

IAMGOLD is a leading mid-tier gold producer and developer based in Canada, with operating mines in North America and West Africa. Throughout our 30 year history, we have demonstrated our commitment to responsible and sustainable mining practices, and our Zero Harm® commitment ensures that we continually strive to reach the highest standards in human health and safety, minimize our impact on the environment and support the development of the local communities in which we proudly operate.

At IAMGOLD we believe that by engaging, empowering and supporting each other, we can achieve extraordinary performance. Our core values guide us; we are driven to excellence in everything we do, we are accountable and operate with transparency, we conduct ourselves with respect and embrace diversity, we grow with teamwork, learning and innovation.

IAMGOLD is proud to be recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index.