Operator Heap Leach 1

About the role

SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with four producing assets located in the USA, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, and Canada. The Operator Heap Leach 1 is responsible for supporting the safe and efficient operation of heap leach circuits and associated systems at SSR Mining's Cripple Creek & Victor (CC&V) Gold Mine. This entry-level role assists with the operation, inspection, and maintenance of heap leach systems while supporting safe and efficient gold recovery.

Responsibilities

• Perform all Tech 1 duties proficiently and safely
• Install heap leach piping and assist with basic leaching operations
• Monitor equipment and systems and recognize when operating conditions are outside normal ranges
• Operate only equipment and systems for which required training has been completed
• Perform required pre-shift, pre-operational, and workplace inspections
• Communicate relevant operational and safety information throughout the shift and during shift handoffs
• Follow established safety procedures and good housekeeping practices
• Complete required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner
• Perform additional duties as directed and needed to support safe and efficient operations

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of previous heap leach experience
• Previous mining experience is preferred but not required
• Mobile equipment experience is preferred but not required
• Ability to work safely and effectively as part of a team
• Willingness and ability to learn heap leach operations and follow established operating and safety procedures
• Must complete required training and successfully pass the Basic Leach Pad Operator Circuit test within 120 days of hire, in accordance with the site's Line of Progression system

Working conditions

• Position based at SSR Mining's Cripple Creek & Victor (CC&V) Gold Mine
• Mine site located at elevations ranging from approximately 9,400 to 10,600 feet above sea level
• Employees routinely work at various locations throughout this elevation range
• Weather conditions can change frequently and may become severe
• Must be able to perform assigned work while exposed to varying weather conditions and high elevations
• Employees are expected to arrive at the worksite with appropriate gear suitable for current and changing weather conditions
• Must be able to work safely and productively as a member of a team

Pay

For applicants residing in CO, the hourly range for this role depending on tech level is from $33.18/hr. to $46.59/hr.

Benefits

401(k); medical/dental/vision insurance; employee share purchase plan, PTO, STI and LTI.