Mill Operator 1 - Control Room Operator
About The Position
The Mill Operator 1 (Control Room Operator) operates and monitors the mill using the Delta V computer-based control system, ensuring safe production within equipment operating specifications and operational safety requirements. The operator also responds to site-wide alarms to help protect the health and safety of mill workers and contributes to the on-site Silver Lake Mill team. The role requires consistent attention to safe work practices, housekeeping, company policies and applicable legislation. It also involves coordinating operations with Maintenance, Mining and Site Services; communicating with stakeholders; providing reports; inspecting circuits; identifying and escalating hazards or trouble spots; and supporting and mentoring other operators and workers. The operator may train relief control room operators and, during training, assume mill operator responsibilities and complete tasks as directed by the Mill Supervisor or designate.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor the computer-based control system within its design parameters.
- Ensure the mill operates safely within equipment operating specifications and operational safety requirements.
- Respond to site-wide alarms to help ensure the health and safety of workers in the mill.
- Follow safe work systems and procedures, maintain a clean and safe work area, and participate in safety initiatives.
- Comply with company policies, procedures, guidelines, systems, and relevant legislation.
- Understand and follow site emergency evacuation procedures.
- Coordinate operations in a timely and effective manner with Maintenance, Mining, and Site Services.
- Provide daily reports and regular communication.
- Participate in training relief control room operators; assume mill operator responsibilities and complete assigned job tasks during training as directed by the Mill Supervisor or designate.
- Mentor fellow operators in understanding and adhering to daily activities.
- Mentor fellow workers in achieving and maintaining a strong safety culture within the mill.
- Report unsafe conditions or problem areas to the Mill Supervisor immediately.
- Inspect circuits regularly, identify trouble spots, and have them corrected as quickly as possible.
- Follow lawful instructions and directives from the direct supervisor.
- Maintain professional conduct and clear communication with site management, coworkers, and contractors.
- Lead by example and participate in achieving department and company goals and objectives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
