Metallurgist - Côté Gold Mine Ontario - Ore Processing and Plant Operations
IAMGOLD operates the Côté Gold Mine near Gogama, Ontario, in partnership with regional First Nations and Métis communities. The Metallurgist leads mill process metallurgy initiatives, overseeing technical data analysis, mill optimization, and business improvement projects. This role manages vendors and collaborates with mining, geology, and mill departments to ensure safe, efficient plant operation and to meet production targets. IAMGOLD offers a competitive total rewards package reflecting its commitment to sustainability, employee well-being, and responsible mining.
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Responsibilities
The Metallurgist is responsible for leading metallurgical operations to optimize mill performance and gold production at Côté Gold.
- Participate in mill process metallurgy activities including sampling, testing, circuit performance, and metallurgical accounting.
- Coordinate inputs from geology, mining, mill operations, maintenance, and laboratory teams.
- Prepare production reports and support end-of-month reconciliations.
- Manage vendors, consultants, and contractors.
- Support operator circuit checks and measure key milling parameters.
- Analyze metallurgical and process data to align with objectives.
- Oversee sampling and recovery data for process adjustments.
- Evaluate and recommend efficient, safe, and environmentally sound methods.
- Troubleshoot circuit performance, optimize reagent usage, and reduce costs.
- Ensure proper operation of online analyzers and samplers.
- Identify and mitigate workplace safety and environmental hazards.
- Implement best practices and innovative process metallurgy methods.
- Conduct research, benchmarking, and continuous technical development.
- Evaluate projects to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.
Requirements
Applicants should hold a relevant post-secondary degree and demonstrate strong technical, analytical, and leadership skills.
- Post-secondary degree in metallurgical engineering, chemical engineering, or related field.
- Registration as an Engineer in Ontario (PEO) is an asset.
- Minimum 1 year related work experience; upcoming graduates encouraged to apply.
- Strong knowledge of mill throughput and recovery optimization.
- Previous gold processing plant experience is an asset.
- Proficiency with computer applications and metallurgical software.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Strong observational and analytical skills.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Capable of implementing operational improvements.
- Leadership and collaboration in team environments.
Perks and Benefits
IAMGOLD offers a comprehensive benefits package focused on employee health, wellness, and financial security.
- Competitive salary and bonus.
- Extended health, dental, and insurance coverage.
- Health Spending Account.
- Fitness and wellness subsidy.
- Employee and family assistance program.
- Registered pension plan with company match.
- Employee share purchase plan with company match.
- TFSA and RRSP options.
- Electric vehicle subsidy.
Worksite/Project
Côté Gold Mine
Côté Gold Mine is a state-of-the-art open-pit gold mining operation located near Gogama in northeastern Ontario, Canada. Jointly owned by IAMGOLD Corporation (60.3%) and Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd. (39.7%), the mine achieved its first gold pour and commenced commercial production in 2024 . With an anticipated mine life of approximately 18 years, Côté Gold is poised to become one of Canada's largest gold producers. The mine boasts proven and probable reserves of 234.6 million tonnes grading 1.01 g/t gold, containing 7.6 million ounces of gold. Including the adjacent Gosselin deposit, the combined measured and indicated resources total 16.5 million ounces, with an additional 4.2 million ounces in inferred resources. Côté Gold is notable for its adoption of advanced technologies, including autonomous haul trucks and drills, enhancing operational efficiency and safety . The project is situated on Treaty 9 territory, encompassing the traditional lands of the Mattagami First Nation and Flying Post First Nation, and within the traditional harvesting area of the Métis Nation of Ontario, Region 3.
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IAMGOLD
IAMGOLD Corporation is a Toronto-based, mid-tier gold mining company operating high-quality assets in Canada and West Africa. Founded in 1990, IAMGOLD is recognized for its commitment to responsible mining, sustainability, and Indigenous and community partnerships. The company is publicly traded on both the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: IMG) and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: IAG). IAMGOLD’s core operations include the Essakane Mine in Burkina Faso and the Westwood Mine in Quebec. Its flagship development, the Côté Gold Project in Ontario—a joint venture with Sumitomo Metal Mining—began commercial production and is expected to produce an average of 367,000 ounces of gold per year over a 16-year mine life. As a leader in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices, IAMGOLD adheres to international frameworks such as GRI and SASB and actively supports the World Gold Council's Responsible Gold Mining Principles. With a workforce of approximately 4,800, the company offers career opportunities across engineering, operations, sustainability, and skilled trades in remote and urban locations. IAMGOLD continues to invest in exploration across Canada and West Africa, with projects like Nelligan, Monster Lake, and Diakha-Siribaya.
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