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Goldstrike - Metallurgical Lab Technician

Employer
Barrick Gold
Location
Goldstrike, Nevada, United States
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Oct 28, 2021

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Position Description:

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing and operating the best assets with the best people. Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Plant Metallurgical Technician at our Goldstrike operations. As part of the Metallurgical team, the successful candidate will be a team player adding to our already challenging yet rewarding working environment. At Nevada Gold Mines we are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities. We offer a generous benefits package which includes a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will safely and efficiently perform:
  • Assists in Metallurgical studies by executing sampling plans, preparing, and analyzing samples
  • Conducts routine test works to support plant operations.
  • Conducts ad hoc test works, as directed, to support metallurgical projects, development works and process optimization activities.
  • Maintains laboratory and analytical equipment used in the process facility
  • Maintains good housekeeping at the Metallurgical Laboratory
  • Manages all reagents and consumables in the Metallurgical laboratory and places orders as required to prevent depletion of stock.
  • Prepares standard reports on Metallurgical or process issues and assists in recommending appropriate action to resolve or correct issues
  • Assists in reviewing new or enhanced Metallurgical testing equipment or protocols
  • Assist plant metallurgists in maintaining of metallurgical accounting practices (i.e., assisting in end-of-month inventory measurements)
  • Develops and maintains an understanding of applicable programs, practices and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulations applicable to area of assignment
  • Performs other duties as required


Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of the basic principles and methods used in Metallurgical, laboratory and processing analyses required
  • Able to collect samples, process and accurately report on results required
  • Working ability in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) required
  • Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions required
  • Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards required
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing required


What We Can Offer You:

  • A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
  • An Opportunity to transform Traditional Mining into the future of Digital Mining
  • Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless
  • Access to a variety of career opportunities across Nevada Gold Mine locations
  • Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer


About Nevada Gold Mines

Nevada Gold Mines is a joint venture between Barrick Gold Corporation (61.5%) and Newmont Goldcorp Corporation (38.5%), combining their significant assets across Nevada to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world and realize the full potential of these mines through synergies and best-in-class operational improvements.

The massive mining operation comprises 8 mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities that produced an estimated 4 million ounces of gold in 2018. Three of these assets are Tier One gold mines: Barrick's Cortez; the combination of Barrick's Goldstrike and Newmont Goldcorp's Carlin; and the combination of Barrick's Turquoise Ridge and Newmont Goldcorp's Twin Creeks. In addition, Barrick's Goldrush-Fourmile project has the potential to become the fourth Tier One asset in this portfolio. The new JV is expected to generate around $5 billion in cost savings over the next five years. Nevada Gold Mines is operated by Barrick.

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