Mill Operator

Mill Operator

• Location: True North Mine, Bissett, Manitoba
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: 14 Days On/ 14 Days off (Day/Nights)
• Work Location:This position is based at the True North Mine site. Camp accommodations and meals are provided during scheduled work rotations.

Position Overview

1911 Gold Corporation is seeking a dedicated, hard-working, and safety-focused Mill Operator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of mill processing circuits while ensuring production targets are consistently achieved. The successful candidate will bring proven mill-operating experience, a strong commitment to workplace safety, and the ability to maintain effective operations in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general housekeeping and cleanup throughout the mill, particularly during peak operating periods. Duties may include sweeping floors, shoveling dust and waste materials, removing mill waste and scrap, and cleaning interior and exterior areas.
• Use plant-service water and mobile high-pressure systems to wash down buildings, including roof areas, while identifying and protecting critical equipment from water damage.
• Assist Mill Operations personnel as directed by the Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized mill environment.
• Follow all established company policies, safety requirements, and standard operating procedures. Advise coworkers and visitors of applicable requirements when necessary.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, colleagues, and other labourers regarding assigned work, completed tasks, outstanding items, and shift handovers.
• Recognize environmental risks and workplace hazards and take appropriate corrective action.
• Complete daily workplace inspections and promptly report or address unsafe conditions.
• Monitor and troubleshoot mill circuit equipment. Communicate equipment conditions and maintenance requirements through the Work Order System or directly to maintenance personnel.
• Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of mill equipment, including its operation, inspection, and basic maintenance requirements.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout and Confined Space Entry procedures whenever required.
• Perform cleanup duties and other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Experience and Job Conditions

• Previous mill operations experience is preferred.
• Physically capable of working long shifts while standing, walking, bending, lifting, and performing manual labour.
• Able and willing to work outdoors in varying and potentially extreme weather conditions.
• Able to wear all required personal protective equipment, including a hard hat, respirator, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, and other task-specific PPE.
• Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision once trained and familiar with job requirements.
• Willing to follow all applicable 1911 Gold policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Strong situational awareness and a consistent commitment to safe work practices.
• Highly motivated, dependable, and able to follow instructions.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn, complete additional training, and become proficient in new Mill Operations tasks to advance into higher-level positions.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

1911 Gold Corporation is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and diverse workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.