Position Description:

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an opportunity for you!

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Water Treatment Plant Operator to join our Turquoise Ridge Process Operations department. Position requires workers to be multi-skilled and capable of performing a variety of tasks including; operating, monitoring and maintaining an industrial water treatment plant and water collection system testing and analyzing water, materials and solutions to determine water quality.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. 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 more!

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Metallurgical senior or superintendent, the Water Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for the following:

Operate and monitor the water treatment plant
Operate and monitor the water collection system
Operate the computer system for the collection system and treatment plant
Perform maintenance and calibration of all water treatment plant equipment
Collect samples, monitor and take readings at outfalls, ponds, and other locations
Calibrate monitoring equipment and other instruments
Accurately perform various laboratory analyses
Operate mobile equipment in support of other activities

Qualifications:

Knowledge of the basic principles and methods used in metallurgical, laboratory and processing analyses preferred
Ability to collect samples, process and accurately report on results required
Working ability in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) required
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions required
Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards required
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing required
Working knowledge of pumps and pumping systems preferred
Working knowledge of computers and software preferred
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
Working knowledge of water treatment plant operations preferred The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role.

What We Can Offer You

A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified candidates who meet the required experience and technical criteria may be eligible for relocation assistance (for out-of-area hires) and/or a sign-on bonus upon joining Nevada Gold Mines.

About Nevada Gold Mines

Nevada Gold Mines is a joint venture between Barrick Gold Corporation (61.5%) and Newmont Goldcorp Corporation (38.5%), combining their significant assets across Nevada to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world and realize the full potential of these mines through synergies and best-in-class operational improvements.

The massive mining operation comprises 8 mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities that produced an estimated 4 million ounces of gold in 2018. Three of these assets are Tier One gold mines: Barrick’s Cortez; the combination of Barrick’s Goldstrike and Newmont Goldcorp’s Carlin; and the combination of Barrick’s Turquoise Ridge and Newmont Goldcorp’s Twin Creeks. In addition, Barrick’s Goldrush-Fourmile project has the potential to become the fourth Tier One asset in this portfolio. The new JV is expected to generate around $5 billion in cost savings over the next five years. Nevada Gold Mines is operated by Barrick.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Barrick Gold Corporation

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