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Mill Metallurgist

Employment Options, KL

Full-Time • Kirkland Lake Region

Job Opportunity

Alamos Gold Inc. Young-Davidson is currently recruiting the following challenging and
rewarding position to join our Metallurgy Team.
Mill Metallurgist

Alamos Gold’s Young-Davidson is a low-cost, long-life operation and one of Canada’s largest
underground gold mines. It is located near the town of Matachewan centrally located between
Timmins, Kirkland Lake, North Bay and Sudbury, Ontario. The recent completion of a highly
automated lower mine expansion has resulted in Young-Davidson increasing production as well
as strong free cash flow generation. With a large Mineral Reserve base, it will serve as Alamos’
foundation for growth for many years to come. This is a very exciting time at Young-Davidson,
and we are searching for highly motivated and committed people to join our team!
If you are willing to be part of a team that is dedicated to growth, high performance and a culture
of safety and accountability, we would like to hear from you!

Date Posted: January 27, 2023 Closing Date: Until Filled
Role Overview:
Reporting to the Young-Davidson Chief Metallurgist, the Mill Metallurgist will be responsible for
overseeing the efficient operation of an 8,000 tonnes per day mill and paste plant. This position
is full-time and permanent.

Primary Responsibilities:
▪ Develops detailed understanding of the process flow sheets and operation of YoungDavidson milling operations.
▪ Mentoring Mill Operators in the optimal operation of the flotation area.
▪ Assist with minimising Young-Davidson Mill Operations cost base by strategically
minimising media and reagent consumption. Maintain discipline by accurate reporting of
consumption rates.
▪ Assist in optimizing the paste plant operation to ensure the plant is operating to an
optimal level.
▪ Support accuracy and reliability of plant instruments for process and metallurgical
accounting.
▪ Complete daily, weekly & monthly metallurgical accounting duties as required.
▪ Active involvement in processing plant commissioning tasks, providing robust product for
the operating team and delivering on expected performance gains.
▪ Identification and rapid implementation of improvement opportunities, actively seeking
opportunities for increased free cash flow and reduced costs.
▪ Actively look for an rectify hazards present in the field and plant.
▪ Attend required daily operational, metallurgical and safety meetings.


Young-Davidson Mine Site, P.O. Box 187
Matachewan, ON P0K 1M0
Phone: 705-565-9800 Fax: 705-565-2387
www.alamosgold.com

Qualifications and Experience:
▪ Degree in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing or Chemical Engineering
▪ Computer literacy skills in Word and Excel
▪ 2 -5 years experience in a gold processing plant.
▪ Previous knowledge of grinding, flotation, CIL, carbon elution and refining operations.
▪ High level of commitment to improving the business through continuous improvement.
▪ Strong interpersonal, communications, and analytical skills.
▪ Strong organization and time management skills.
▪ High attention to detail in problem solving and troubleshooting.
▪ Proven ability to meet safety and production targets
▪ Completer / Finisher with demonstrated ability to approach tasks with tenacity and
rigour.

Schedule/ Working Environment:
▪ Position is based on a weekly 4/3, 5/2-4/3 or 5/2 rotation.
Reward for Your Efforts:
▪ Competitive compensation with short term rewards, based upon experience;
▪ Comprehensive benefits, retirement and incentive packages;
▪ Professional development and leadership training;
▪ Comprehensive relocation package for the right candidate;

Qualified candidates are invited to visit our website, www.alamosgold.com and apply online
under the careers’ sections.

Alamos Gold Inc. is committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require
accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange
reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
We sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants however; only those candidates selected
for an interview will be contacted.
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Job Expires: 2023-07-23

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Employment Options, KL

Matachewan Matachewan, ON P0K, Canada

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