Technician, Lab Assay

- Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team

- Boost your career by joining an established organization

- Receive a competitive hourly wage of $36.10, plus bonus and benefits

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

We have an exciting opportunity for an

Technician, Lab Assay

to join our

Mount Milligan Mine (MTM)

operations site.

This role operates on a rotation of

7 days on / 7 days off

at a 12-hour daily schedule with camp accommodations provided.

Reporting to the Assay Lab Supervisor, the Assay Lab Technician will play a vital role in ensuring accurate assay reporting necessary for the Mine and Mill operations at Mt. Milligan. Responsibilities include conducting day-to-day analysis, contributing to the development of methods and procedures, and performing sample collection and onsite laboratory work while maintaining a focus on quality and safety standards

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

- Ensure adherence to site policies, and laboratory procedures.

- Assist in preparing mine and mill samples, including tasks such as Sample Receiving, Sample Drying, Sample Crushing, Sample Pulverizing, and truck sampling.

- Actively identify and report hazards or incidents promptly, aligning with Mt. Milligan's reporting procedures to facilitate timely resolution and preventive action.

- Maintain exemplary standards of housekeeping within the work area, promoting cleanliness, organization, and safety for all personnel.

- Performs any other responsibilities related to the Assay Lab Technician role as required or as assigned by the department head.

About You

The following will be critical to successfully perform this role:

- Enthusiastic to work in the mineral processing industry.

- Attention to detail.

- Demonstrated ability to work safely.

- Demonstrate attentive listening skills.

- Flexible in working either collaboratively within a team or independently.

- Proven ability to analyze problems and prioritize issues.

- Prior experience in mine sample preparation is desirable.

Working Conditions

- Work involves a camp-based role at the Mount Milligan Mine site with a set work schedule on a 7x7, 12 hours per day

- Candidates must be able to maintain high levels of performance for extended shifts, up to 12 hours in duration

- Occasional exposure to hazardous environments with the requirement of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

- Mount Milligan is a safety-sensitive environment and promotes a drug & alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a ZERO – TOLERANCE policy, with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs/paraphernalia on site

- Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from Prince George, Fort St. James and Mackenzie

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

- Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance

- Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D

- Company-sponsored pension with Company match

- Employee & Family Assistance Program

- Healthcare Spending Account / Lifestyle Wellness Spending Account

- Reimbursements on work gear and equipment

- Annual Incentive Bonus

- Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match

- Parental leave top-up 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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