31 Oct
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Centerra Gold
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Smithers
31 Oct
Centerra Gold
Smithers
Superintendent, TSF, Dewatering and Infrastructure (Mount Milligan) Job No: MTM210
Location: Fort St. James, BC
Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team
Boost your career by joining an established organization
Receive a competitive wage of $150,000 – 170,000 per year , 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 of quality mining assets 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 committedto the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations,promoting the highest standards of ethical business conductofour employees, officers, and directors.
For more information, please see our website .
About Mount Milligan Mine Located approximately 155 kilometres northwest of Prince George in centralBC,the Mount Milligan Mineis 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 withcomfortablecamp 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 Chance Mount Milligan is seeking a Superintendent, TSF, Dewatering and Infrastructure,
accountable for asset integrity, water management, risk mitigation, and the delivery of sustaining and capital work related to tailings, water, and infrastructure systems including Mine access roads. Reporting to the Manager, Engineering & Infrastructure, the Superintendent, TSF, Dewatering and Infrastructure oversees safe and reliable water management operations across the Tailings Storage Facility (TSF), pit, water structures, and associated infrastructure. The role provides direct supervision to TSF Supervisors and contractors, with responsibility for maintaining pumping capacity, optimizing pipe layout, ensuring equipment reliability, and meeting regulatory and site standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee operation and maintenance of site infrastructure supporting TSF and dewatering systems (pipelines, pump stations, access roads, power supply, etc.).
Coordinate infrastructure upgrades, expansions, and repairs.
Ensure critical spares, inventory, and maintenance programs are effectively managed.
Maintain pumping capacity to support site water balance and operational requirements.
Coordinate work activities with Operations, Tailings, Projects, Geotechnical, Maintenance, and Electrical teams.
Ensure reliability, redundancy, and winterization readiness of dewatering systems.
Lead operation and optimization of pit dewatering systems including wells, pumps, pipelines.
Ensure all dewatering activities comply with site safety standards, safe work procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Actively support site safety programs, including hazard assessments, audits, inspections, and corrective actions.
Respond promptly to safety incidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions and assist with investigations.
Ensure emergency response procedures, escalation protocols, and contingency plans are understood and followed.
Support troubleshooting and maintenance of pumps, pipelines, and related equipment.
Participate in reliability improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and enhance system performance.
Ensure Mine access roads are consistently maintained.
Manage contractors performing construction, maintenance, and technical services.
Ensure contractors meet safety, quality, and performance expectations.
Provide clear communication and reporting to senior leadership.
Develop short, medium, and long‑term plans for TSF, dewatering, and infrastructure systems.
Support development and execution of capital and sustaining projects (e.g., TSF raises, pump upgrades, pipeline extension).
Work with the Project Team to prepare scopes of work, cost estimates, and schedules.
About You
Post‑secondary education in Engineering, or a related field.
Registered Professional Engineer is an asset.
A valid Class 5 driver’s licence is required.
BC Mine Supervisor Certification is required.
Minimum 10 years of experience in dewatering, water management, or similar mining/industrial operations.
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