Labourer - Mount Milligan Mine - 7x7 Camp

Centerra Gold is hiring Labourers, Site Services for the Mount Milligan Mine near Fort St. James, British Columbia, a camp-based open-pit copper and gold mining operation with a concentrator and copper flotation processing plant. This 7 days on / 7 days off rotational role supports site facilities and daily operations through repairs and maintenance assistance, snow removal, trash removal, fueling, water services, inspections, and general site support for tradespeople and equipment operators. The position offers $37.18 to $39.94/hour, plus bonus, camp accommodations, regional bus transportation, a tax-free travel allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Position

General Labourer

Work Rotation

7 days on / 7 days off

Accommodations

Camp Accommodations (Meals/Lodging)

Responsibilities

The Labourer, Site Services supports Mount Milligan’s camp and operational infrastructure by assisting with repairs, maintenance, site services, and day-to-day field support tasks in a remote mining environment.

  • Assist Site Services tradespeople with repairs and maintenance to structures and components of site facilities.
  • Perform site snow removal, trash removal, fueling services, water services, inspections, and general operational support.
  • Provide a variety of site services including basic building repairs, moving items, and building scaffolding.
  • Assist Site Services equipment operators with field support activities.
  • Support fabrication and product enhancement tasks as required.
  • Assist with preventive maintenance programs and field and equipment repairs.
  • Use computers and assist with sign making as part of general site support tasks.
  • Actively participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates for this camp-based site services labourer role should be physically capable, safety-focused, and able to support remote mining site operations with strong communication and dependable work habits.

  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
  • Previous experience in a mining, heavy industrial, or remote site environment (considered an asset).
  • Proven track record of safe work practices.
  • Consistent attendance and reliability.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Self-motivated team player with a strong work ethic.
  • Strong attitude toward safety in a remote mining environment.

Perks and Benefits

Centerra Gold offers a camp-based rotational opportunity at Mount Milligan Mine with competitive hourly pay, bonus potential, transportation support, and a broad employee benefits package.

  • Competitive hourly pay of $37.18 to $39.94/hr based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
  • Annual incentive bonus.
  • 7 days on / 7 days off rotational schedule with 12-hour shifts.
  • Camp accommodations provided at Mount Milligan Mine.
  • Free bus transportation to and from site from Prince George, Fort St. James, and Mackenzie.
  • Tax-free travel allowance based on travel distance.
  • Extended health benefits including dental, vision, and travel insurance.
  • Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and AD&D coverage.
  • Company-sponsored pension with company match.
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program.
  • Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Wellness Spending Account.
  • Reimbursements for work gear and equipment.
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match.
  • Parental leave top-up program.
  • Professional development opportunities within the organization.

Worksite/Project

Mount Milligan Mine

Located approximately 155 kilometers northwest of Prince George in central British Columbia, Canada, the Mount Milligan Mine is a conventional truck-shovel open-pit operation producing both copper and gold. The mine features a 60,000-tonne-per-day capacity copper flotation processing plant. In February 2024, Centerra Gold announced an agreement with Royal Gold to extend the mine's life to 2035, with plans to further increase its longevity through ongoing exploration and development. This extension underscores the mine's significant role in the regional economy and its contribution to Canada's mining industry.

Mount Milligan Mine

Employer Hiring

Centerra Gold

Centerra Gold is a Canadian-based mining company with a strong focus on the production of gold and copper through safe, sustainable operations. Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Centerra’s flagship Canadian operation is the Mount Milligan Mine, located in central British Columbia. This open-pit copper-gold mine includes an on-site concentrator and offers long-term employment opportunities in mining, processing, environmental management, and maintenance. Centerra also operates the Kemess Underground Project, a development-stage asset located in northern BC, which further strengthens the company’s presence in Canada. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, Centerra invests in clean energy initiatives—such as converting parts of Mount Milligan’s power supply to low-emission sources—and continually explores ways to improve environmental performance across its sites.

Centerra Gold

Industry

Mining

Date

2026-04-22

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