Posted Sep 4, 2026Metallurgist
Full-time
Description
Coeur New Afton Mine
Is looking for a Metallurgist
$85,000-$110,000 annually
The New Afton concentrator is recruiting for a Metallurgist. Working within the Metallurgy team, the incumbent will be a process metallurgist with the ability to make safe decisions and work closely with the operational team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Putting safety first in the planning and execution of all works
- Identifying, evaluating, and coordinating execution of operational and/ or capital projects to improve product quality and process efficiency
- Providing timely and accurate metallurgical accounting information
- Completing production forecasting and financial models
- Supporting operations and maintenance teams in improving concentrator performance and reliability
- Interpreting and applying mineralogical data
- Designing and executing test programs to optimize gravity, grinding, flotation, concrete dewatering and tailings dewatering circuit performance
Qualifications:
- Degree in Mining, Mineral Processing, Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering
- Minimum one year experience in the mineral processing field. Relevant co-op experience may be included
- Strong problem-solving skills and an emphasis on safety
- Ability to both lead teams and be a contributing team member
- High level of proficiency in MS Excel
- Registered or eligible to register with EGBC
Desirable Skills:
- Previous experience in gold and/or base metal processing plant(s)
- Experience with process control, expert system and/or machine learning
- Experience in optimization of SAG milling and/or flotation circuits
- Experience using JK SimMet or similar balancing/simulation software
- Involvement in technical/professional associations and conferences
- Experience working as part of a mill operations crew
Other Requirements:
- Completion of the pre-placement functional screen
- Provide proof of a valid class 5 driver’s license
- Demonstrate eligibility to work in Canada
- Provide confirmation of valid educational requirements
Applicants can submit their resumes and cover letter until 11:59 on September 17, 2026
For more information, please visit
