Posted 2 months ago
Trade, Millwright (Mount Milligan)
@ Centerra Gold
Fort St. James, British Columbia
Overview
Centerra Gold is hiring a Millwright for its Mount Milligan copper and gold mine in central BC. The role installs, maintains and repairs heavy mechanical equipment such as crushers, conveyors, pumps and mills, on a 7-day on/7-day off camp rotation with 12-hour days. The posting states a wage of $59.87 per hour.
Pay:
$59.87 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Install, align and repair heavy mining equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical issues
- Fabricate and modify components
- Maintain records and write reports
- Coordinate maintenance with other trades
Requirements summary:
- Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) training and Journeyperson certification
- Class 5 driver's licence
- Mining or heavy industrial experience
- Blueprint and schematic reading
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Source type not verified · scout
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 42 |
| Schedule | day, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Journeyperson Millwright Certification, Red Seal |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Visa sponsorship, Performance bonus, Stock or equity, Transit support, Home office allowance |
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Centerra Gold
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Toronto |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 51 |
- Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team
- Boost your career by joining an established organization
- Receive a competitive wage of $59.87 per hour
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 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 committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors.
For more information, please see our website.
About Mount Milligan Mine
Located approximately 155 kilometres northwest of Prince George in central BC, the Mount Milligan Mine is 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 with comfortable camp 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 Opportunity
Mount Milligan is seeking a Trade, Millwright, who is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment and systems critical to mining operations. Working in a dynamic and safety-focused environment, the Trade, Millwright ensures optimal performance of machinery such as crushers, conveyors, pumps, and mills used in the extraction and processing of gold and copper.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, align, and dismantle heavy industrial equipment such as pumps, conveyors, crushers, and mills.
- Ensure precise alignment using laser tools, dial indicators, and other precision instruments.
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance inspections on mechanical systems.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements or replacements.
- Repair and replace defective parts using hand and power tools.
- Conduct field and shop-based repairs on mining and processing equipment.
- Fabricate and modify components to enhance equipment functionality.
- Work closely with other trades (e.g., electricians, welders) and operations teams to coordinate maintenance activities.
- Support production goals by minimizing equipment downtime and ensuring operational readiness.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
- Write clear and concise reports outlining work performed, issues encountered, and recommendations.
- Adhere to all site safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Participate actively in safety meetings, audits, and hazard assessments.
- Ensure work practices align with environmental standards and sustainability goals.
- Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize maintenance processes.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors or department heads, supporting broader site operations.
About You
- Completion of technical training in Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) program.
- Journeyperson Millwright Certification (Red Seal preferred).
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
- Previous experience in a mining, heavy industrial, or remote site environment.
- Proven track record of safe work practices and consistent attendance.
- Experience with installation, maintenance, and repair of heavy equipment.
- Familiarity with preventative maintenance programs and mechanical troubleshooting.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and assembly drawings.
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Proficient in using hand and power tools.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Adaptability to a variety of working environments (indoor/outdoor, remote, shift work).
Working Conditions
- Camp-based role working 12-hour days on a 7 day on/7 day off rotation with accommodation provided during rotation.
- Exposure to indoor/outdoor environments, heavy equipment, noise, and moving parts.
- PPE always required.
- Safety-sensitive environment with zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy.
- Bus transportation provided from regional locations.
About the Benefits
As a member of Centerra's Mount Milligan team, you can look forward to a competitive compensation structurebased on experience, skills, and qualifications. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:
- Tax-free travel allowance commensurate with the distance required for travel
- Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance
- Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D
- Company-sponsored RRSP with company match
- Employee & family assistance program
- Healthcare spending account
- Reimbursements on work gear and equipment
- Quarterly incentive bonus
- Employee share purchase plan with company match
- Parental leave top-up program
- Professional development within the organization
- Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.
If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!
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