Production Metallurgist

 

 

 

 

 

Metallurgy

 

Exciting job opportunities. Bold lifestyle adventures. A culture of collaboration. Interested? Let’s talk.

 

Who we are:

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is a vertically integrated mining company that operates mines, concentrators, and metal production facilities. Our vision is of a growing, well managed and consistently profitable company that provides value to our shareholders. Exploration success and continuous improvement in safety, health, environment, and operating performance drive the company’s value. Our employees at every level of the company demonstrate ethics and integrity, take on accountability and achieve success. Strategic planning is a core strength with plan execution enhanced by high levels of understanding and collaboration. Our company strives to build mutual trust and respect with all of our stakeholder groups.

 

The Copper Mountain mine currently produces approximately 100 million pounds of copper equivalent per year. With a future mill expansion and the integration of New Ingerbelle, the Copper Mountain Mine is expected to produce approximately 140 million pounds of copper equivalent per year over the first 20 years of its 32-year mine life based on reserves. Copper Mountain is committed to the safe, responsible mining of copper, which is vital to powering a clean-energy future.

 

The Opportunity:

 

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is seeking a Production Metallurgist at our Copper Mountain Mine in Princeton, BC. This position is a 7x7, 12-hour, day shift schedule.

 

Please note that this opportunity is NOT a fly-in-fly-out position.

 

Become a Part of Our Team

As we continue to grow Copper Mountain Mining Corporation, there are many career development opportunities available for motivated and goal-oriented individuals.

Work with us and you will benefit from the mentorship and guidance of experienced team members because we understand that in order to accomplish our goals, we must work as a team and rely on the effort of every team member.

 

Position

Production Metallurgist

 

 

Location

Copper Mountain Mine is located near the town of Princeton, British Columbia at the center of the scenic Similkameen Valley. Princeton is a community-oriented town with a diverse offering of activities, especially for those who love the outdoors.  Princeton is also in close proximity to both the city of Vancouver and the Okanagan.

 

Summary

Reporting to the Metallurgy Superintendent, the Production Metallurgist will play a significant role in providing and promoting the development of technical expertise within the mill operations, as well as promoting Health and Safety in the workplace and compliance with company policies, working with the mill operations, maintenance, and electrical departments to ensure smooth and efficient process operation, and identifying and promoting continuous plant improvements to achieve and surpass metallurgical targets; and reduce operating costs.

 

Responsibilities 

• Provide technical support and coaching to the operations and maintenance teams,
• Collaborate and maintain a strong interface with Operations and Maintenance reg