Refiner

B2GOLD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Refiner based in Nunavut, Canada, operating on a 3x3 fly-in, fly-out rotation. The role reports to the Plant Metallurgist and involves maintaining production records, operating and maintaining refining equipment, executing gold pours, performing maintenance, conducting safety inspections, troubleshooting technical issues, and adhering to security protocols.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in mill operations, with a focus on metal recovery and processing with experience working in a gold room or comparable mineral processing environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of metallurgical processes and applied chemistry relevant to refining operations.
• Eligible to be bondable is a requirement of this position.
• Working rights in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and timely production records, including log sheets, electronic data entries, and documentation of lot and pour numbers, refinery reports, and final metal weights to ensure traceability and compliance.
• Operate and maintain electrowinning systems and the gravity-concentrating table, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to metallurgical standards.
• Execute gold pours with precision, including the preparation and mixing of reagents and flux, and prepare gold product for shipment in accordance with regulatory and company standards.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on refining equipment, including bullion furnace crucible rebuilds, inspections, and upkeep, as well as cleaning gold sludge from cathodes.
• Conduct daily inspections of systems, equipment, and work areas to identify and mitigate safety hazards, verify equipment integrity, and uphold housekeeping standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to refining processes and equipment to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while strictly adhering to all gold room security protocols and performing additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Group benefits package for employees and their dependents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED