Fourmile - Technical Specialist, Metallurgy - Elko, United States - Barrick Gold

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Job DescriptionPosition Description:

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for youOur people division is growing, and we are looking for a Technical Specialist, Metallurgy at our to join our Fourmile Project Team.

The successful candidate will be part of a team of engineers, geologists, operations personnel, hydrogeologists and other technical specialists.

This is a senior level position in which incumbents are expected to have a significant background in operational activities and regulatory compliance requirements regarding mineral processing and tailings management.

At Nevada Gold Mines we are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

We offer a generous benefits package which includes a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much moreResponsibilities:Support the Project Manager in delivering the project by performing advanced technical metallurgical analysis, to identify best practice process solutions for complex refractory ores, making strategic operational and closure recommendations.

Be a key contributor to the development of a world class refractory gold asset from pre-feasibility through to operation.

Work closely with the geology and process teams to identify new solutions and best practices for extracting gold economically from complex refractory ores.

Identify project scopes to investigate novel opportunities to prepare existing process facilities for effective processing of Fourmile oresResearch, plan and execute testwork programs to assess viability and value of different ore treatment conditions.

Possess the capabilities to manage projects through engineering, forecasting, funding, construction, and commissioning.

Must be a team leader with excellent communication skills and be able to provide technical assistance, analysis, and training to process group stakeholders.

Work towards qualified person (QP) status with associated duties and technical oversight.

Ensure that the required metallurgical data is collected, compiled, analyzed, interpreted, and applied so that mineral processing procedures and costs for operational requirements are communicated accurately to stakeholders and management.

Ensure that mineral processing work is budgeted, forecasted, and communicated appropriately for the project.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Geochemistry, or equivalent Process-related degree required.
Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years' experience (5 yrs gold) in processing required.

Ability to compile and analyze complex metallurgical data and communicate findings effectively in written and oral formats requiredThank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About UsOur 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.

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About the TeamNevada 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.

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