Reagent Operator Job at Newmont Mining
Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in North America, South America, Australia and Africa. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.
Purpose
The Reagents and Water Treatment Operator is part of the operations team in the process sector. He/she responsible for mixing reagents, the cleanliness and safety of the workplace, and assisting the operating team. They identify operational and mechanical equipment problems in all sectors.
Essential Duties
- Ensure the availability of chemical solutions necessary for the operation
- Mix the following reactive products:
- Xanthate (PAX); R208 Promoter; MIBC Foamer
- Flocculant
- Copper sulfate
- Lead Nitrate
- Nitric acid
- Cyanide
- Assist in the unloading of products delivered in bulk such as :
- SO2
- Slag/cement
- Caustic soda
- Lime
- Ensure the workplaces are clean and safe at all times
- Start and stop equipment in their sector according to established procedures
Essential Duties (continued)
- Ensure the proper functioning of the equipment by using a DCS control system and by carrying out a periodic mechanical inspection for the preparation of Reagents and water treatment support
- Respect, know and promote company regulations and policies, particularly with regard to health and safety
- Ensure the integrity of the samples and their preparation for the laboratory (Plant and Water Treatment)
- Report any incident/accident to your supervisor
- Participate in the continuing education program with a view to replacing in operations positions such as crushing assistant operator
- Keep records of information on their tasks and write reports
- Assist the mechanics during the maintenance work and production shutdowns
- Perform all other tasks related to the performance of their duties
Training & Experience
- Diploma of vocational studies in mineral processing or one (1) year of relevant experience related to the production industry
- Valid driver's licence
- Bilingual (French and English) an asset
Skills and Competencies
- Teamwork in a multicultural environment
- Be autonomous and responsible
- Adaptability
Working Conditions
- Schedule: 14 days of work followed by 14 days of rest
- Éléonore mine site (Fly-in, Fly-out)
Interested persons must send us their résumés via the corporate website at www.newmont.com no later than January 11, 2023.
We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview.
As an equal opportunity employer, Newmont is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Consistent with Newmont’s values of safety and responsibility, we believe that COVID-19 vaccination is a critical tool to fight this pandemic and protect the health and safety of Newmont’s workforce and the communities in which we work and live. Accordingly, if you receive an offer of employment for this position, you will be required to provide a declaration confirming that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to your anticipated start date, and you may also be required to provide proof of vaccination prior to your anticipated start date, or at a later date upon Newmont’s request. Newmont will consider individual requests for exemption/reasonable accommodation by applicants who cannot be fully vaccinated due to medical reasons or other grounds protected by applicable human rights law.
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