Senior Metallurgist

Marathon, ON, Canada

Job Description


:If you thrive on challenge and collaboration, Barrick offers opportunities on a global scale. Our remarkable people have made us the leading gold mining company, and we're looking for more people to join our team-people who are motivated, energetic, eager to learn and grow. We make it a priority to support the aspirations of every individual, with international opportunities, ongoing training and development, and first-class benefits.Williams Operating Corporation - Barrick Gold located near Marathon in Northwestern Ontario presently requires a:Senior MetallurgistPosition Description:The Senior Metallurgist is a key technical role responsible for optimizing gold recovery processes, improving plant performance, and ensuring the efficient and safe operation of the processing plant. The role focuses on troubleshooting, technical leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives within the mill to achieve production targets and maximize recovery.Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and analyze plant performance data to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
  • Implement process changes to optimize gold recovery, reagent usage, and throughput.
  • Conduct metallurgical test work, including laboratory and plant trials.
  • Provide technical guidance to mill operators, supervisors, and maintenance teams.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex processing challenges.
  • Develop and maintain metallurgical accounting systems for accurate reporting of gold recovery and losses.
  • Lead process improvement projects to enhance recovery and operational efficiency.
  • Evaluate and recommend new technologies, equipment, and best practices for gold processing.
  • Train and mentor junior metallurgists, operators, and technicians.
  • Ensure all metallurgical activities align with corporate and regulatory safety and environmental standards.
  • Participate in risk assessments and contribute to hazard identification and mitigation strategies.
  • Prepare and present metallurgical performance reports to management.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline required
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in mineral processing, preferably in gold recovery required
  • In depth knowledge of milling processes, including grinding, leaching, and CIP circuits preferred
  • Familiarity with metallurgical accounting practices and software preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills required
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required
  • Excellent leadership and communication abilities required
  • Commitment to safety and environmental sustainability required
What We Can Offer You
  • A comprehensive compensation package including competitive bonuses, benefits, pension, and company match share purchase plan.
  • A progressive career path including global opportunities
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
  • Access to a global network of highly qualified professionals for exchanging knowledge and ideas, building skills, and sharing experiences
  • Barrick is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
Barrick welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.About Us:Our mission is to be the world's most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.With operating mines and projects in 18 countries, Barrick's highly diversified workforce is drawn almost entirely from our host nations and equipped with world-class skills. We set the gold standard in sustainability by embedding environmental, social and economic considerations into all of our business decisions.The company's shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol GOLD and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol ABX. Learn more at or .About the Team: Hemlo has produced more than 21 million ounces of gold and has been operating continuously for more than 30 years. It consists of the Williams mine operation, including an underground mine, and 4mtpa gold processing facility. Hemlo is located about 350 kilometers east of Thunder Bay, Ontario on Highway 17. Situated nearby the beautiful North Shore of Lake Superior, Hemlo works closely with our Indigenous communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg and the townships of Marathon, Manitouwadge and White River. An area of extensive natural beauty for all outdoor pursuits from hiking in national and state parks, all types of water sports, hunting, fishing, and camping.

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  • Job Id
    JD2371921
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Marathon, ON, Canada
  • Education
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