Millwright – Lead Hand

Artemis Gold - Blackwater ProjectVanderhoof, BC
Onsite

About The Position

BW Gold is a wholly owned subsidiary of Artemis Gold Inc (“Artemis”). Artemis Gold is a well-financed, growth-oriented gold development company with a strong financial capacity aimed at creating shareholder value through the identification, acquisition, and development of gold properties in mining-friendly jurisdictions. The Company's current focus is the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia approximately 160km southwest of Prince George and 450km northeast of Vancouver. The first gold and silver pour at Blackwater was achieved in January 2025 and commercial production was declared on May 1, 2025. Artemis Gold trades on the TSX-V under the symbol ARTG. For more information visit www.artemisgoldinc.com. Reporting to the Fixed Plant Supervisor’s, Lead Hand is responsible for preventative maintenance. Troubleshoots and makes repairs as required on machinery and equipment throughout the mine site. Location: Blackwater Mine site Schedule: Two (2) Weeks On – Two (2) Weeks Off Rotation Employment Type: Permanent

Requirements

  • Interprovincial Millwright Trade Certification required.
  • Minimum 2 years of related experience in mining industry at a Lead Hand level or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

  • Ability to work at a remote location camp on a 2 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation
  • Comfortable working and living in close quarters with the team
  • Ability to maintain high levels of performance over 12-hour shift
  • Ability to lift/move up to 50lbs throughout a work shift
  • Ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Comfortable working between Day & nights shift when required.
  • Good oral and written communications skills.
  • Good computer skills.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate effective safety leadership by addressing and enforcing BW Golds’ safety standards, procedures, and safety systems.
  • Ensure that all machinery and equipment are maintained and repaired as necessary so that the mine operates efficiently and that production targets are achieved.
  • Follow preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
  • Provide input into planning weekly and annual maintenance.
  • Ensure preventative maintenance is carried out in a cost-effective manner.
  • Troubleshoot and repair equipment and machinery as required.
  • Ensure that all breakdowns are attended to immediately.
  • Provide input into the development and updating of preventative maintenance systems, spare parts programs, maintenance practices and infrastructure issues.
  • Work independently and Work in a team environment to a high level of accountability and be able to build strong team relationships.
  • Ensure that health & safety and environmental policies are strictly adhered to.
  • Regularly participate in health & safety topics at toolbox meetings.
  • Ensure JSA’s, SOP, SWP,and Take 5’s are completed and understood to help identify underlying risks and hazards when carrying out all tasks.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • RRSP Matching
  • Extended Health, Dental & Vision Care
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Program

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

101-250 employees

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