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Millwright

@ West Red Lake Gold Mines

Red Lake, Ontario

On-siteFull-time3+ years experience
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Overview

West Red Lake Gold Mines is hiring a millwright for its Madsen Gold Mine in Red Lake, Ontario, on a full-time 14-on/14-off rotation between day and night shifts. The role covers preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance across the mill and future crushing circuit, including laser alignment, component rebuilds and fabrication. Candidates need a Red Seal millwright certification and at least three years in an ore processing environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Carry out preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance in the mill and crushing circuit
  • Perform laser alignment, component rebuilds and replacements
  • Read blueprints and process specifications
  • Follow safe work practices and site safety guidelines
  • Take part in maintenance shutdowns

Requirements summary:

  • Red Seal Journeyperson Millwright certification
  • Three years in an ore processing environment
  • Valid G driver's licence
  • Mill Common Core training
  • Able to lift 100 lbs and work at heights and in confined spaces

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalDisability insuranceRetirement plan
Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr

Employer posting date
2026-09-17
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentManufacturing & production
Experience3+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, overnight
Travelair: moderate · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 100 lb · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsRed Seal Journeyperson Millwright, Mill Common Core
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checkscriminal record, drug and alcohol
EducationHigh school (required)
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Performance bonus

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West Red Lake Gold Mines

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West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV: WRLG; OTCQB: WRLGF) is a mineral exploration company that is publicly traded and dedicated to creating value for its shareholders by discovering new gold mines in the highly productive Red Lake Gold District of Northwest Ontario, Canada. This district has yielded 30 million ounces of gold from high-grade zones and hosts some of the world's richest gold deposits. WRLG holds an extensive property position spanning 3,100 hectares in West Red Lake, including three former gold mines - Rowan, Mount Jamie, and Red Summit. The Rowan Project covers a 12-km strike length along the Pipestone Bay St. Paul Deformation Zone and WRLG plans to continue exploring this property along strike and to depth in 2023.

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Reported office locations
  • Suite 3123 - 595 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC V7X 1J1, CA
Business categories
  • Mining
  • Mineral
  • Precious Metals
Other recorded names
  • West Red Lake Gold Mines
  • West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd.
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Reported total investment
173,699,015

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West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV: WRLG; OTCQB: WRLGF) is a mineral exploration company that is publicly traded and dedicated to creating value for its shareholders by discovering new gold mines in the highly productive Red Lake Gold District of Northwest Ontario, Canada. This district has yielded 30 million ounces of gold from high-grade zones and hosts some of the world's richest gold deposits. WRLG holds an…

FieldValue
IndustryMining
Company size2-10 employees
HeadquartersVancouver, BC
Organization typePublic Company
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Job description

West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. is a Canadian gold exploration and development company focused on restarting and expanding the historic Madsen Gold Mine in the Red Lake District of Northwestern Ontario. In addition to advancing the Madsen Mine toward sustainable production, the company is developing nearby high-grade gold deposits to support future growth. Backed by modern infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and a strong technical team, West Red Lake Gold is committed to operational excellence, responsible mining practices, and creating long-term value as it progresses toward steady commercial production

Reporting to the Mill Maintenance Supervisor, the successful candidate will work on a 14-on / 14-off rotation, alternating between day and night shifts, while following safe work procedures to provide overall production and safe target support for the West Red Lake Gold mine team.

The Benefits:

  • Build your future with us. We support, develop, and reward our people every step of the way.
  • Operation Bonus Program
  • Fly-in / Fly-out & Camp Accommodations
  • 100% employer paid extended health and dental program
  • Health Care Spending Account
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • RRSP matching program
  • Employee referral bonus

About the Candidate:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Certified Journeyperson-Millwright, Red Seal certification required
  • Valid G or equivalent Drivers License required
  • Mill Common Core training
  • Minimum of three (3) years experience in an ore processing environment associated with crushing, grinding, gravity concentration, dewatering, leach/CIP, stripping, conveying and refining
  • Ability to lift, carry and push 100 lbs.
  • Ability to constantly reach below, above and at-shoulder height
  • Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
  • Able to work individually and contribute positively to a team
  • Strong commitment to working in a safe, socially responsible manner, demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, desktop computing literacy, and the desire to advance within the trade or into management

About the Role:

  • Follow safe working practices and site safety guidelines
  • Read and interpret blueprints or process specifications
  • Carry out preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities throughout the Mill and future Crushing circuit. Tasks include laser alignment, component rebuild & replacement,
  • May include fabrication, bearing assembly and setting of clearance, contamination control and asset lubrication
  • Ensure work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner and provide input directed at improving the safety, efficiency and overall effectiveness of the Maintenance department
  • Provide input to Maintenance and Reliability improvement initiatives
  • Participate in all aspects of maintenance shutdowns
  • Other duties as required

**The Company is committed to provide the training for the right candidate(s) for skills and competency development.**

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, diverse workforce and responsible mining practices that create lasting value for our people, communities, and stakeholders.

At West Red Lake Gold, we foster a culture where people speak up with courage, take action, challenge unsafe conditions, and care for one another because safety is not just a set of rules, it is who we are and what we stand for. The health, safety, and well-being of our employees remain our highest priorities. We are committed to creating sustainable value through responsible environmental stewardship, strong social responsibility, and operational excellence.

*Must be willing to complete a criminal background check, pre-employment physical and drug and alcohol test*

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