Control room operator

Date:  Oct 27, 2022

Location:  

Rouyn-Noranda, QC, CA (Canada)

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 Concentrator Control Room Operator is part of the Operations Sector team. He/she plays the role of an orchestra conductor with the ore processing operators.  He/she works closely with the plant’s operators. He/she ensures the operation of the ore processing equipment and the industrial water treatment equipment.  

Essential Duties

• Control the execution of the ore processing and industrial water treatment steps by using the process control system screens.  
• Manage the alarms produced by the control system and take the necessary actions for recovery from problem situations.  
• Monitor the process interlock bypass system and keep the register up to date.  
• Monitor the reagent mixing teams from the camera systems.  
• Operate the ore processing equipment, if necessary.  
• Monitor the data and the fluctuations on the screens to check the running of the ore processing circuits and make the necessary adjustments.  
• Monitor the data and the fluctuations on the control screens and on the surveillance cameras to check the running of the industrial water treatment circuit and make the necessary adjustments. 

Essential Duties (continued)

• Give instructions related to the adjustments required to be made on the ore processing and water treatment equipment to the production personnel: the operators and the assistant operators. 
• Issue the work notices in SAP. 
• Assist the operators and the assistant operators during startup tests that are part of the lockout procedures. 
• Respect, know and promote company regulations and policies, particularly with regard to health and safety 
• Perform all other tasks related to the performance of his/her duties 

Training & Experience

• DEP (Diploma of Vocational Studies) in ore processing. 
• At least 8 years’ experience in processing operations. 
• Control room experience in the ore processing field an asset.  
• Concern of occupational health and safety.  
• Good computer skills. 
• Bilingualism an asset. 

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork in a multicultural environment. 
• Analysis and problem solving. 
• Organizational skills. 
• Good priority management ability. 
• Versatility and adaptability. 

Working Conditions

• This position requires a continuous presence in the control room. The operator occupying this position must take his/her breaks and meals in the control room.  
• Schedule: 14 days of work followed by 14 days off

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.