HVAC Technician

Make an impact at Canada’s premier mining company. 

When you advance your career at New Gold, you are joining a Canadian-focused intermediate gold mining company engaged in the operation, development and exploration of mineral properties. Our mission is be a leading intermediate gold producer, driving responsible and profitable mining in a way that creates sustainable value for our employee, shareholders, the communities in which we live and work and our environment. To learn more about New Gold, visit our website at www.newgold.com. To learn more about our culture and people practices, visit the Career page. 

New Gold attracts and hires highly skilled individuals. By joining our team, you can look forward to:

A stimulating values-based work environment A culture of collaboration and inclusion Inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders Career development opportunities A deeply rooted commitment to responsible mining, health and safety and community engagement A competitive total compensation program A comprehensive benefits package including a retirement savings plan

Rainy River Mine
Situated in beautiful northwestern Ontario, 65 km northwest of Fort Frances, the Rainy River Mine is an open pit, gold and silver producing, residential mine site.

The Rainy River Mine, located adjacent to the Ontario / Minnesota border is 65 Kilometers northwest of Fort Frances, Ontario and is situated half way between Winnipeg, Manitoba and Thunder Bay, Ontario The area is home to more than 130 species of birds and large populations of moose, black bear and deer. If you enjoy outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, winter sports and lake country then this is an area you will love to live and work in.

Applicants who reside in Northwestern Ontario and have experience working in a cross-cultural environment, coupled with knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the Northwest Ontario, are assets. Hiring priority will be given to qualified applicants who are beneficiaries of the Impact Benefits Agreement (IBA) and to qualified applicants residing in the Northwest Ontario communities. (Indigenous) Members must clearly identify their status on the online job application and resume if they wish to receive priority consideration.

About The Role

Schedule:  Shift 7/7 - 12 hour days

Position Reports To:  Mill Maintenance Electrical Supervisor

Closing Date: July 7th, 2024

Position Overview

The role of HVAC Technician is to perform proactive and corrective maintenance duties for the Mill Maintenance Department.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate work activities with other construction projects. Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on all applicable units. Ensure all ozone depletion records are maintained and updated in accordance with company standards. Actively participate in developing and building preventative maintenance schedules and objectives. Support all departmental initiatives with a concentration on preventative maintenance and maintain the safe operation of all applicable units. Communicate with other trades worker to coordinate maintenance activities. Complete work orders as assigned by the Infrastructure Maintenance Supervisor. Report back to Infrastructure Maintenance Supervisor regarding status and completion of assigned work.

Qualifications

Grade 12 Diploma or Equivalent. Relevant trade designation / certification, dual trade is considered an asset. G1 Gas Fitter License preferred. 313A Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic preferred. Basic computer skills and knowledge in SAP is considered an asset. 5 years of relevant experience within an industrial or mining setting. Working in various weather conditions. Safety conscious and team oriented. Able to communicate effectively. Pride in and ownership of work area.

Why New Gold?

Highly competitive base salary, compensation programs and a quarterly incentive program Extended Health & Dental Benefit Short-term and long-term disability insurance benefit Defined match contribution to group registered retirement savings account Camp and Travel allowance provided or Relocation Package

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