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Position Description:
Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a motivated Plant Metallurgist to join the Carlin Process Metallurgy team. This role is focused on supporting day-to-day metallurgical performance, identifying process issues, supporting and leading continuous improvement, and working closely with operations and maintenance to maintain safe, stable, and efficient production. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, data-driven, and eager to develop expertise in refractory gold processing technology.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Support:
- Monitor daily performance of the crushing, milling, autoclaving, leaching, elution, and refining circuits.
- Work closely with operations crews to ensure consistent plant performance and support key targets.
- Support the implementation of operating strategies and ensure alignment with production goals.
- Conduct regular plant walkthroughs and participate in morning meetings with operations and maintenance teams.
Process Monitoring and Improvement:
- Track and report key metallurgical indicators such as recovery, oxidation, and reagent usage.
- Assist in identifying process inefficiencies and recommend practical, plant-based solutions.
- Collaborate with control room operators to interpret trends and data from the DCS/PI system.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Coordination:
- Investigate short-term process upsets and recommend corrective actions.
- Coordinate with maintenance to ensure metallurgically critical equipment is functioning properly.
- Assist in planning and executing shutdown inspections or maintenance projects.
Sampling, Test Work, and Reporting:
- Ensure routine sampling programs are followed and data is validated.
- Conduct plant surveys and support small-scale test work to guide process adjustments.
- Prepare daily and weekly metallurgical reports for internal review.
Safety and Environmental Compliance:
- Follow and promote site safety procedures during all metallurgical and field activities.
- Support compliance with environmental permit conditions and air emission controls specific to autoclaving operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in a plant metallurgy role, preferably in gold or hydrometallurgical operations.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.
- Familiarity with process control systems and plant data (e.g., PI System, SCADA, DCS).
- Basic understanding of refractory ore processing, sulfur chemistry, and leaching.
- Proven safety record and ability to support work group in achievements of safety, environmental, and production goals
- Ability to perform the essential functions of this position
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Experience in crushing, milling, autoclaving, roasting, or CIL circuits.
- Experience with metals balances and metal accounting.
- Proficiency in Excel, PI, SQL, and data analysis.
- Hands-on experience with daily troubleshooting and shift support in a plant setting.
- Awareness of maintenance planning and reliability programs.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to learn and grow within a world-class refractory gold operation.
- Competitive salary, annual bonuses, and benefits.
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in gold processing.
- A collaborative team environment with strong mentorship.
- Career development opportunities across Nevada Gold Mines.
Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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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 leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".
Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.
