Mill Trainer
Job No:
PVG202010380
Location:
Northwestern, BC
Welcome to the Brucejack Mine!
We are Pretivm – a Canadian mining company, headquartered in Vancouver, BC, owns and operates the high-grade underground Brucejack gold mine located 65 kilometres north of the town of Stewart in northern British Columbia. Commercial production was announced July 2017 and in 2020 the mine produced over 347 thousand ounces of gold at an All In Sustaining Cost of US$981 per ounce of gold sold. In 2020 Pretium generated over US$369 million of free cash flow. Brucejack is one of the largest and highest-grade gold mines globally and as of January 1, 2021 has Proven and Probable mineral reserves of 3.9 million ounces of gold (14.4 million tonnes grading 8.3 grams per tonne gold). Pretium trades on the TSX and NYSE under the ticker symbol "PVG".
As an employer, we are committed to ensuring a safe, comfortable and diverse working environment. We are working closely with our neighbours – the local communities and First Nations - to provide employment. We know our success is thanks to the hardworking people who make up our team and as such we reward them with highly competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and incredibly comfortable camp accommodations as well as balanced meals prepared by our culinary team.”
About the Opportunity:
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Mill Trainer to join Pretium Exploration Inc.'s "Pretivm" Brucejack Mine in Northwestern, British Columbia. This is a full time position that will work onsite on a rotating shift of 13 days on and 13 days off.
This position is located at Pretium Exploration Inc.'s "Pretivm" Brucejack. The position’s primary report is to the Mill Operations Superintendent or designate. This position requires daily interaction with the superintendents, supervisors & trainees of the Mill (Operations & Maintenance) & Surface department.
Job Purpose and Accountability
The incumbent will play a key role in providing both safety & skills training for the employees of the Mill (Operations & Maintenance) & Surface department.
Safety Expectations:
Provide visible leadership and adherence to all Pretivm safety & environmental standards. Incorporate site safety & environmental standards into each training program to mitigate risk & hazards in the workplace.
Responsibilities:
Perform the following duties with safety being the number one priority:
- Participate in the development of the training & safety modules, policies & standard operating procedures for the Mill & Surface Operations.
- Develop checks lists & operating training manuals for both stationary and mobile equipment.
- Develop & maintain training & development material & program for the Mill & Surface department.
- Develop & promote safety practices.
- Assist the superintendents to establish measurable goals & levels of competency for each position & trainees.
- Conduct in class training.
- Provide trainees with timely feedback.
- Maintain training documentation and ensure that records are kept up to date.
- Register all required paperwork with appropriate agencies in regard to operator & maintenance personnel training
- Establish a mill & surface training registry.
- Ensure training activities and frequency are conducted in accordance with safety regulations & established standards.
- Conduct annual training needs analysis & update.
- Assist superintendents & supervisors to identify talent & develop career paths & provide progressive training to maintain skilled employees.
- Participate in root cause analysis and incident investigation as required.
- Writes clear & concise work procedures
Qualifications:
Position requirements include, but are not limited to:
- College diploma or equivalent plus 5 years of training experience in a mill.
- Possess Train the Trainer qualifications.
- Familiar with the BC Mines Acts & Regulations
- Knowledge of surface, mill & underground operations.
- Knowledge of industrial hygiene.
Skills:
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Applications is mandatory.
- Experienced in writing procedures.
- Excellent class room training and presentation skills.
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills with the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Additional Information:
- Work at remote location (camp) on a 13 days on/13 days off rotation
- Able to pass a pre-employment medical screening
- Be able maintain high levels of performance over 12 hour shifts
- Able to work in areas of extreme weather conditions
- Able to work in close quarters with the team
- Pretivm promotes a drug and alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
What we can offer you:
As an employer of choice we are committed to ensuring that all of our team members are kept healthy and safe. To achieve this, we provide comfortable camp accommodations, as well as balanced meals prepared by our culinary team.
Team members can expect access to TV and wifi, our on-site gym and a variety of recreational activities.
All of our team members are also rewarded with a host of great benefits, including:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.
- Extended medical benefits and wellness coverage.
It is important to note that the wellbeing of our team is our top priority. As such, we promote a drug and alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
If you're looking for an exciting new challenge, join Pretivm and the Brucejack mine today.