Mill Manager

The Opportunity

Our client, a well-established precious metals mining organization, is seeking an experienced Mill Manager to join their team at a silver mining operation in the Yukon. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role will oversee milling operations, metallurgy, the assay lab, and the expansion of the mill to accommodate future throughput. You will play a key role in ensuring safe and efficient silver extraction, optimizing recovery rates, maintaining equipment reliability, and driving continuous improvement while upholding strict safety, environmental, and quality standards.

The Opportunity

Our client, a well-established precious metals mining organization, is seeking an experienced Mill Manager to join their team at a silver mining operation in the Yukon. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role will oversee milling operations, metallurgy, the assay lab, and the expansion of the mill to accommodate future throughput. You will play a key role in ensuring safe and efficient silver extraction, optimizing recovery rates, maintaining equipment reliability, and driving continuous improvement while upholding strict safety, environmental, and quality standards.

fly-in fly-out opportunity operating on a 14-days-on, 14-days-off rotation, with camp accommodations and meals provided.

What You'll Be Doing

• Oversee milling operations, including grinding, flotation, and processing, to ensure efficient silver extraction and coordinate day-to-day activities with superintendents.
• Manage metallurgy and assay lab operations to ensure accurate ore analysis and timely reporting to optimize recovery.
• Oversee water treatment plants, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and operational requirements.
• Drive safety, environmental, and quality compliance across all mill operations, working with superintendents to meet regulatory requirements.
• Optimize milling processes to increase throughput and recovery rates while reducing costs and maintaining safety.
• Coach and mentor superintendents, supporting effective team performance and the achievement of production goals.
• Manage budgets and resource allocation to ensure milling activities remain within budget and resources are used efficiently.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance mill performance and minimize downtime.
• Ensure mill equipment maintenance and preventive maintenance programs are followed, collaborating with maintenance teams to prevent unplanned downtime.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to efficiency, throughput, and safety, implementing adjustments as required.
• Oversee dry stack tailings operations, ensuring safe and regulatory-compliant handling and storage.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on mill performance, operational challenges, and improvement opportunities.
• Promote a strong safety and environmental culture throughout the organization.

What You'll Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• 15 years of related work experience, including at least 10 years of management experience.
• Strong working knowledge of milling methods and procedures.
• Previous experience in the mining industry is required.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in computer applications and software, specifically Microsoft Office and CMMS/ERP systems.
• Project management experience is considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence and a clean driver's abstract.
• Willingness to complete pre-employment testing, including drug and alcohol screening, blood lead testing, and an audiogram.
• Willingness to work a remote, fly-in fly-out schedule on a 14-days-on, 14-days-off rotation.