Technical Manager – Process at Kinross Gold Corporation

To support the Process Department in identifying and implementing process improvement opportunities across both operations and maintenance disciplines to enable optimal production results in a safe and cost-effective manner and help to safely and cost-effectively maximize recovery and gold production while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross’ values.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship to Processing Department staff
• Act as a change agent and project sponsor/lead for key initiatives; model organizational values, sets the cultural tone and prioritizes business goals
• Collaborate with management to identify and analyze business requirements and the implications for the team; identifies gaps and implements agreed upon solutions
• Act as a technical advisor to the Process Plant Management
• Identify and cultivate the improvement of idea generation. Lead implementation of improvement ideas.
• Demonstrate best practices in project management
• Challenge the status quo to promote the overall improvement of the Process Plant.
• Ensure risks and issues are identified and communicated in a timely manner.
• Technically review and ensure efficient operation of all areas of the process plant.
• Break multi-dimensional problems or processes into component parts to
• help identify a range of solutions
• Work with Process Management to implement strategies in all areas of the Ore Process to achieve production goals. Provide follow up and guidance to ensure these objectives are met.
• Provide guidance and leadership to support studies and metallurgical testing programs for project development.
• Assess the resources of the department to maximize their use in all areas
• Work collaboratively across the organization to resolve complex issues
• and avoid risks to the Process Plant target delivery
• Perform other related functions as assigned by the Supervisor.

Education and Experience

• University degree (Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering) or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Valid International driver’s license

Lean Six Sigma and Project Management methodologies.

• Minimum of 15 years gold Ore Processing experience
• In-depth technical knowledge of gold extraction metallurgical processes with particular emphasis on grinding, CIL, and refining.
• In-depth knowledge of plant maintenance best practices.
• Knowledge and experience of leading integrated teams of ore processing, and maintenance functions
• Ability to lead professionals through critical thinking paths for process improvement idea generation and then lead the subsequent successful implementation of developed concepts.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.

Skills

•  Proven leadership skills