MILL Operator

Workplace Type: Onsite 

Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.

Brucejack is one of the highest-grade gold mines in the world – a remote underground operation famously located on top of a glacier in northwestern British Columbia. With a fly-in, fly-out roster and on-site camp, our team works in a truly unique environment, using modern mining methods to safely extract gold and silver from deep beneath the ice. The challenges of Brucejack’s location create a tight-knit team spirit: safety, adaptability and camaraderie are paramount in everything we do. We are quietly proud of our strong partnerships with local First Nations and nearby communities, which help us operate responsibly and share benefits in the region. Brucejack offers the rare opportunity to build a career on the cutting edge of mining, delivering world-class results in an environment like no other.  

Your Impact

Play a key role in supporting safe, reliable, and efficient mill operations at Brucejack Mine. As a Mill Operator 6, you’ll help maintain production performance, uphold strong safety standards, and contribute to the success of one of Canada’s premier mining operations.

As Part of the Team, You Will

• Support the safe operation of processing plant equipment and systems.
• Conduct routine inspections, process sampling, and operational checks.
• Assist with reagent handling, equipment operation, plant start-ups, shutdowns, and maintenance activities.
• Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts and skid steers as trained and authorized.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and identify and report hazards or abnormal operating conditions.
• Work collaboratively with operations, maintenance, and site teams to achieve production goals.

Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.Valid driver’s licence.
• Previous mining, processing, industrial, or heavy-equipment experience is an asset.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous learning.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotational day and night shifts in a remote mining environment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work and lift up to 50 lb (23 kg).

Your Work Environment

This is a site-based position at Brucejack Mine, working in a remote camp environment on a rotational schedule. You’ll work closely with experienced operators, supervisors, and maintenance teams while enjoying world-class facilities and a strong safety culture.

What We Offer

• 100% employer-paid benefits, including medical, dental, paramedical services, health spending account, and more.

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company contributions of up to 9%.

• $1,000 annual Learning and Physical Wellness benefit.

• Travel allowance (dependent on location of hire for site-based employees and not inclusive of company-paid commercial and charter flights).

• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.

The expected salary range for this role is XXXX. This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience.

At Newmont, our people are our strength and we're committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you're passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining. 

Learn more about our purpose and values: About Newmont

Hear from our people: Life at Newmont

Important: Newmont does not ask candidates to pay money or share sensitive personal data outside our secure application process. If this happens, please report it to our Business Integrity team: it.sec@newmont.com