Job description:
About us
From humble beginnings in 2010, Evolution Mining is now a leading gold producer, operating six mines across Australia and Canada. Enacting our vision to be inspired people creating a premier global gold company, we are indeed a bold team with a bright future. Our operational diversity offers our employees access to many experiences and career opportunities within the one company. So, whether you choose to work at one of our underground or open pit operations, explore for our future as part of our Discovery team, or join our Group Office, we know you’ll have a bright future with us.
About Red Lake
Evolution’s star is rising in Red Lake
At Red Lake, our people have many career and growth opportunities and a bright future. With three underground mines and two processing plants all within the one site, Red Lake is one of the highest-grade gold deposits in Canada. The operational diversity and complexity at Red Lake, along with outstanding exploration potential, opens the door to many career possibilities and highlights working with us.
Located in Northwestern Ontario, we encourage our people to live local in the stunning community of Red Lake, where you can enjoy the outdoor lifestyle and adventures the region is renowned for. It’s very special that our town and operations are all close by, so it really does feel like one big community.
Your Benefits
At Evolution, we support, develop and reward everyone who chooses to be a part of our bright future.
Your benefits include:
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan
- Quarterly Performance Bonus
- Employee referral bonuses
- Recognition and Development programs
- Study assistance
- Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Health and Dental Packages
- Access to Evolution Recreation Centre (swimming pool and weight room).
About the Role
The Mill Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible operation of Evolution Mining Red Lake's processing plant. This posting is intended to attract candidates for all Mill Operator levels, from entry-level operators through to advanced and Control Room operators.
Working as part of the Processing team, you will operate, monitor, inspect, troubleshoot, and optimize mineral processing circuits including crushing, grinding, gravity concentration, flotation, thickening, filtration, reagent systems, tailings, water treatment, and control room operations based on your training and qualifications. Operators are expected to progressively develop their technical skills and advance through the Mill Operator progression framework while contributing to safe and reliable plant performance.
This position is part of a continuous operation and works on a 7 days on / 7 days off rotation, including day and night shifts. This is a residential role based in Red Lake, Ontario.
Compensation is dependent on Mill Operator Level but could range from $84,000 to $120,000 starting salary.
These are replacement positions.
Key Result Areas
- Safely start up, operate, monitor, and shut down processing plant equipment and systems within your area of responsibility.
- Monitor plant performance, process parameters, and equipment condition to maintain production, recovery, and quality targets.
- Perform field and control room duties, including equipment inspections, sampling, process adjustments, and data recording.
- Troubleshoot operational issues and take appropriate corrective actions to minimize downtime and maintain safe operations.
- Conduct routine housekeeping and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment throughout the plant.
- Identify, report, and proactively address safety hazards, environmental concerns, equipment defects, and operational risks.
- Participate in inspections, preventative maintenance activities, lockout procedures, and equipment isolations as required.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, efficiency, reliability, recovery, and cost performance.
- Assist in training and mentoring team members while actively participating in personal skills development and progression through Operator levels.
- Communicate effectively with operators, maintenance personnel, supervisors, and other departments to ensure safe and coordinated plant operations.
- Work in a healthy work environment with full support, cooperation, and commitment to achieving our goal of zero harm.
- Comply with all federal and provincial legislation, site procedures, environmental requirements, and company standards.
- Adhere to Evolution Mining's values of Safety, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
About you
It is important that you have/ can demonstrate:
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others
- Good communication skills
- Must be willing and able to work various schedules and rotations
- Possesses a strong work ethic
- Works productively alone or in a team environment
- Able to work effectively with limited supervision
- Flexible team player
- Ontario Mill Common Core considered an asset
Closing date: Open until filled
At Evolution, as our name suggests, change and transformation is in our DNA. We want the Evolution experience to be your career highlight. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce that represents the communities in which we operate. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are focused on keeping our people safe and healthy and creating sustainable value in an environmentally and socially responsible way. Join our bold team to start your next exciting chapter.
We do not utilise artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select job applicants. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
To find out more about us and Red Lake, click here https://joinus.evolutionmining.com/
We thank you for taking the time to submit your application.
