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At Côté Gold, we focus on what we contribute, not just what we extract. We believe that in order for prosperity to be sustained, it must be shared, it must support the well-being of our employees and our communities, and it must be achieved with minimal impact to the environment.

Côté Gold is being developed in partnership with the Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation and Métis Nation of Ontario, Region 3.

The open-pit gold mine is a joint venture between IAMGOLD and Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd. and is operated by IAMGOLD. We are located near Gogama, Ontario, with access to stable infrastructure and strong connections with our local communities.

Accessing Opportunities at Côté Gold

IAMGOLD is committed to treating all people in a way that respects their dignity and independence. Should you require any support or accommodation during the recruitment process or otherwise, please notify us when you apply and we will work to meet your accessibility needs.

Millwright - Conveyor Technician

The Millwright safely installs, maintains, troubleshoots, overhauls and repairs stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment throughout the mine and milling operation. The Millwrights work collaboratively with the team to deliver execution of the integrated plan and schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Safely installs, maintains, troubleshoots, overhauls and repairs stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment throughout the mine and milling operation.

• Install, align, and maintain conveyor systems and related components, including pulleys, idlers, drives, and belt assemblies.

• Perform belt splicing and vulcanizing (hot and cold methods), mechanical splices, and pulley lagging.

• Inspect and diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues on conveyors and associated equipment.

• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance, including lubrication, wear liner replacement, and belt tensioning.

• Operate hoisting and lifting devices (overhead cranes, jacks, telehandlers) for equipment positioning and repairs.

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to execute work procedures accurately.

• Troubleshoot and repair power transmission systems, gearboxes, pumps, compressors, and PLC-controlled equipment.

• Utilize CMMS software to create work orders, log maintenance activities, and track parts usage.

• Perform safety inspections, lockout/tagout procedures, and ensure compliance with MSHA/OSHA standards.

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including proper disposal of hazardous materials.

Operational excellence.

• Commit to continuous learning and improvement.
• Continually seek to improve your skills as a Millwright.
• Watch for inefficiencies or problems.
• Ensure problems and inefficiencies are shared with others.
• Work collaboratively to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Consider risk along the five dimensions (throughput, time, quality, sustainability and cost).

Work collaboratively with others to deliver operational reliability.

• Coordinate with other team members on site to meet shift deliverables.
• Mentor and train new team members.
• Be a visible leader in health and safety by sharing your knowledge and experiences with all workers.
• Participate in and lend your expertise to the team.
• Communicate clearly and effectively using the tools provided.
• Ensure equipment logs and shift logs are accurate and complete.
• Ensure any deficiencies are communicated to the appropriate team members for follow up.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver on our commitment to our team, our communities, the environment, and our shareholders.

Minimum Requirements and Nice To Haves

minimum qualifications, formal education, certifications or equivalents

• College diploma in industrial mechanic (millwright) or another related field.
• Ontario Provincial or Inter-Provincial Industrial Mechanic Millwright License is preferred.
• Apprentices may be considered in accordance with business and legislative requirements.
• CWB all position welding certification considered an asset.

Work experience - Nature & Length

• A minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
• Previous experience in open pit mining or mineral processing (specifically gold processing) is considered an asset.

Additional qualifications - Competency requirements

• Proficiency in belt splicing, vulcanizing techniques, and conveyor alignment.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and precision measuring instruments.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and basic computer skills.
• Strong commitment to safety protocols and teamwork.
• A valid Ontario driver’s license is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

What We Offer

IAMGOLD believes in rewarding outstanding performance with an equally outstanding total rewards package. Our attractive offerings include:

Competitive Salary and Bonus Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefit Coverage Health Spending Account Fitness & Wellness Subsidy Employee & Family Assistance Program Registered Pension Plan with Company Match Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match TFSA & RRSP Electric Vehicle Subsidy

Empowering People – Extraordinary Performance

IAMGOLD is a leading mid-tier gold producer and developer based in Canada, with operating mines in North America and West Africa. Throughout our 30 year history, we have demonstrated our commitment to responsible and sustainable mining practices, and our Zero Harm® commitment ensures that we continually strive to reach the highest standards in human health and safety, minimize our impact on the environment and support the development of the local communities in which we proudly operate.

At IAMGOLD we believe that by engaging, empowering and supporting each other, we can achieve extraordinary performance. Our core values guide us; we are driven to excellence in everything we do, we are accountable and operate with transparency, we conduct ourselves with respect and embrace diversity, we grow with teamwork, learning and innovation.

IAMGOLD is proud to be recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index.