Goldstrike - Underground Paste Plant Operator

Goldstrike - Underground Paste Plant Operator

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Position Description

Goldstrike Underground team seeks a Paste Plant Operator who will train to operate a process plant and produce paste backfill on the surface which is then pumped underground as geotechnical control to fill voids left by underground mining excavation.

The operator will ensure safe and efficient operation of various processing circuits and equipment including hydrocyclones, thickeners, vacuum disk filters, reagent handling, solution balance, sample collection, data recording, retrieval of sample data, proper handling of potentially hazardous chemicals, monitoring/controlling water and slurry flows, reagent addition, checking conveyors, pumps, valves, piping and other equipment, making calculations and adjustments to maintain operating parameters within limits, and inspecting all components regularly.

When not operating the plant the Process Operator will assist with quality control/quality assurance laboratory work to ensure the product of the process is of the highest quality possible. MSHA Part 48 New Miner Training for Underground Mines is required to be completed/refreshed prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Conduct work area exam for assigned area(s) to identify substandard conditions that may pose a danger to personnel and take necessary steps to correct identified substandard conditions and document all noted conditions not corrected by the end of shift.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections to identify conditions or defects that may impact employee safety, environmental compliance, property damage or reliability of equipment and take necessary steps to mitigate defects (make basic repairs if trained, or generate work request).
• Conduct detailed equipment inspections as assigned, document deficiencies and generate work requests.
• Maintain circuit operating parameters within designated limits.
• Ensure all sampling is conducted at designated intervals, accurately processed, and results documented as defined by procedure.
• Operate assigned circuit(s) within specified standards to ensure federal, state, local and site requirements/regulations are met.
• Stop and start all components or equipment in system.
• Understand process flows and equipment fundamentals to properly execute LOTO and troubleshoot actions as required.
• Work with team members to effectively and efficiently complete tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform the essential functions of this position, including working in hot or cold weather conditions required.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work with minimum supervision.
• Proven safety and attendance record required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience working in a processing facility preferred.
• Knowledge of high pressure/high temperature systems preferred.
• Direct experience working in the Process or Mining environment preferred.
• Experience in handling chemicals and reagents preferred.
• Experience in other phases of gold ore mining/processing preferred.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Mining

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. Barrick is a global mining company with a large portfolio of gold and copper assets. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".

About The Team

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The operation comprises eight mines, their associated infrastructure and processing facilities, and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets:
Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge.

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