Superintendent, Geology

Job No: CEN127
Location: Fort St. James, BC

  • Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team
  • Boost your career by joining an established organization
  • Receive a competitive salary of $115,000 - 152,000, plus bonus and benefits

About Centerra Gold

Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide.

Centerra’s vision is to build a team-based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors. 

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About Mount Milligan Mine

Located approximately 155 kilometres northwest of Prince George in central BC, the Mount Milligan Mine is a conventional truck-shovel open-pit copper and gold mine and concentrator with a 60,000 tpd capacity copper flotation processing plant. 

Mount Milligan operates with comfortable camp accommodations equipped with private washrooms, TV, Wi-Fi, an onsite gym, and other recreational activities. Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from several locations within the region. 

Mount Milligan promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.

About the Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an Superintendent, Geology to join our Mount Milligan Mine (MTM) operations site.

This role operates on a rotation of 4 days on / 3 days off at a 10-hour daily schedule with camp accommodations provided. 

The Superintendent, Geology is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing all geological activities at Mount Milligan. Reporting directly to the Manager, Mine this position ensures the accurate and efficient geological control of mining activities, optimizes recovery, minimizes dilution, and supports the long-term strategic mine plan. The Superintendent will lead and mentor a team of geologists and geological technicians, driving continuous improvement in geological practices and data management.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Operational Geology & Grade Control:

  • Direct and manage all aspects of daily production geology, including blast hole logging, geological mapping, and ore/waste delineation.
  • Oversee and optimize grade control procedures to ensure accurate ore selectivity and minimize dilution and ore loss.
  • Implement and maintain robust QA/QC protocols for all geological sampling and assaying.
  • Ensure timely and accurate delivery of geological information to the mine planning and operations teams. Support the geological modeling and resource estimation processes, working closely with corporate geology teams and external consultants.

Resource & Reserve Management:

  • Support the geological modeling and resource estimation processes, working closely with corporate geology teams and external consultants.
  • Contribute to the annual mineral reserve and resource updates, ensuring compliance reporting standards.
  • Conduct reconciliation of geological models against production data, identifying variances and driving improvements.

Drilling Programs:

  • Plan, supervise, and execute infill, condemnation, and exploration drilling programs within the mine footprint.
  • Ensure drilling activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with geological objectives.

Team Leadership & Development:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of geologists and geological technicians, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous learning.
  • Manage team schedules, performance reviews, and professional development plans.
  • Promote cross-functional collaboration within the geology team and with other departments.

Safety, Health & Environment (SHE):

  • Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring all geological activities comply with company OHS&E policies, provincial regulations, and best industry practices.
  • Conduct regular safety observations, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
  • Ensure environmental compliance in all geological field activities.

Data Management & Technology:

  • Oversee the integrity and management of geological databases and information systems.
  • Identify and implement new geological technologies and software to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Ensure proper data collection, validation, and reporting.

Reporting & Communication:

  • Prepare and present regular geological reports, including daily/weekly/monthly production summaries, reconciliation reports, and technical presentations to various stakeholders.
  • Communicate effectively with the Manager, Mine Operations, and other departmental heads to align geological activities with overall mine objectives.

About You

The following will be critical to successfully perform this role:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university. A Master’s degree is considered an asset.
  • Professional Designation: Registered Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) or Professional Engineer (P.Eng. - Geological) with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC), or eligibility to register.
  • Minimum of 8-12 years of progressive experience in open-pit mining geology, with significant exposure to gold and copper deposits.
  • At least 3-5 years of experience in a supervisory or senior geological role, preferably in a large-scale mining operation.
  • Proven experience in grade control, geological modeling, drilling supervision, and reconciliation.

Working Conditions

  • Work involves a camp-based role at the Mount Milligan Mine site with a set work schedule on a 4x3, 10 hours per day
  • Candidates must be able to maintain high levels of performance for extended shifts, up to 10 hours in duration
  • Occasional exposure to hazardous environments with the requirement of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Mount Milligan is a safety-sensitive environment and promotes a drug & alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a ZERO – TOLERANCE policy, with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs/paraphernalia on site
  • Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from Prince George, Fort St. James and Mackenzie

About the Benefits

As a valued member of Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team, you can look forward to a competitive compensation structure based on experience, skills, and qualifications. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:

  • Tax-free travel allowance commensurate with the distance required for travel
  • Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance
  • Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D
  • Company-sponsored pension with Company match 
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program
  • Healthcare Spending Account / Lifestyle Wellness Spending Account
  • Reimbursements on work gear and equipment
  • Annual Incentive Bonus
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
  • Parental leave top-up program
  • Professional development within the organization
  • Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion

This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.   

If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!

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Centerra Gold puts People First in every region we operate, by committing to nurture an inclusive culture that respects, values, and celebrates the global power of all perspectives. We welcome diverse backgrounds and experience at all our sites, and qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic characteristics, disability, or national or ethnic origin. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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