• Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team
• Boost your career by joining an established organization
• Receive a competitive wage of $59.87 per hour

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. 

For more information, please see our website. 

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

Mount Milligan is seeking a Trade, Mill Welder, who is responsible for the welding, fabrication, repair, and preventative maintenance activities supporting a surface hard rock mining and milling operation. The role maintains structures, components, and equipment associated with crushing, grinding, flotation, conveyor, and related support systems in both field and shop environments.

In addition, this role supports safe and reliable mill operations by completing quality repairs and fabrications, identifying equipment and structural concerns, and accurately documenting work performed. The position works collaboratively with Mill Operations, Maintenance, and other trades while contributing to safety activities, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Welding, Fabrication & Repair

• Perform welding, cutting, fitting, and fabrication work on mill structures, components, and support equipment in accordance with approved procedures and applicable standards.
• Repair and maintain equipment and infrastructure associated with crushing, grinding, flotation, conveyor, and material-handling systems.
• Fabricate components, guards, chutes, liners, brackets, and other items, and complete approved equipment or product enhancements as required.
• Complete repairs in field and shop environments using appropriate welding processes, tools, and equipment.
• Interpret drawings, sketches, measurements, and work instructions to plan and complete assigned work accurately.

Preventative Maintenance & Operational Support 

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and identify wear, cracks, structural damage, or other conditions that may affect equipment reliability or safe operation.
• Respond to breakdowns and priority work to help minimize equipment downtime and production interruptions.
• Coordinate work with supervisors, planners, Mill Operations, and other maintenance trades to support safe and effective job execution.
• Maintain tools, welding equipment, and work areas in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition.

Safety & Compliance

• Actively participate in safety meetings, inspections, hazard assessments, and other site safety activities.
• Follow company policies, safe work procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, hot-work controls, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify and report hazards, equipment defects, and unsafe conditions, and take appropriate action within the scope of the role.
• Use required personal protective equipment and maintain a strong commitment to safe work practices in all work environments.

Quality & Continuous Improvement 

• Inspect completed work to confirm weld quality, dimensional accuracy, and fitness for service.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, equipment reliability, maintainability, and work efficiency.
• Provide practical recommendations for repair strategies, fabrication methods, equipment modifications, and process improvements.

Documentation & Reporting 

• Clearly document work performed, materials used, deficiencies identified, and corrective actions taken.
• Complete work orders, inspection records, and other maintenance documentation accurately and on time using SAP or the applicable maintenance management system.
• Communicate equipment condition, outstanding work, and follow-up requirements to the supervisor and relevant stakeholders.

General Duties 

• Perform other responsibilities related to the Trade, Mill Welder role as required or assigned.

About You

• Welding certification is required.
• Level A or Level B Interprovincial Red Seal Welder certification is preferred.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence is required.
• Current safety certifications applicable to industrial welding and mine-site work are considered assets.
• Minimum of three years of welding and fabrication experience is preferred.
• Welding experience in mining, mineral processing, heavy industrial, or fixed-plant maintenance environments is considered an asset.
• Proficiency in welding, cutting, fitting, gouging and fabrication techniques appropriate to industrial maintenance work.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, welding symbols, sketches, measurements, and repair instructions.
• Ability to select appropriate welding procedures, consumables, equipment, and materials for assigned work.
• Working knowledge of preventative maintenance practices, hot-work controls, and lockout/tagout requirements.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; SAP or CMMS experience is considered an asset.
• Must provide and maintain the hand tools required for the trade.
• Proven safety record with a consistent commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability to prepare clear written reports describing work completed, deficiencies found, and recommended follow-up actions.
• Must have own tools.
• Self-motivated team player with a positive and professional attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively with operations, maintenance, and other trades.
• Strong attention to detail, quality of workmanship, and accountability for completing assigned work

Working Conditions

• Camp-based role working 12-hour days on a 7 day on/7 day off rotation with accommodation provided during rotation.
• Exposure to indoor/outdoor environments, heavy equipment, noise, and moving parts.
• PPE always required.
• Safety-sensitive environment with zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy.
• Bus transportation provided from regional locations.

About the Benefits

As a member of Centerra's Mount Milligan 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 RRSP with company match 
• Employee & family assistance program
• Healthcare spending account
• Reimbursements on work gear and equipment
• Quarterly 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!