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Refiner – Electrolysis

  • Refinery Operations
  • Ottawa
  • 12 months term
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To apply, please forward your resume and cover letter by Dec 19, 2025

The Mint is hiring a Refiner – Electrolysis, who can thrive in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Refinery Operations the Refiner – Electrolysis performs process activities within the Gold Electrolysis, Silver Refinery IF-13 and ALS areas. This includes operating, monitoring and controlling equipment and processes; material handling; routine maintenance; assisting with stocktaking of precious metals within work area; preparing supplies and records; housekeeping; compliance with safety environmental and ISO policies; participating in continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

This opening is to be filled on a continuous operation and/or shift work basis. 

Language Requirements:

Proficiency in one official language (English/French) is essential. Bilingual (English and French) is an asset.

Education:

  • Completed high school diploma.
  • Possess a DEP, DEC or a certificate in metallurgy, plumbing, foundry or other related degree in metal processing will be preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

Skills and Abilities: 

  • Ability to work in industrial refinery environment with exposure to chemicals, heat, and noise
  • Capable of entering confined spaces with appropriate respiratory protective equipment
  • Physical capability to operate material handling equipment and perform equipment
  • Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends for 12 hours shift
  • Comfortable working with high-temperature systems and managing exothermic chemical reactions
  • Ability to generate detailed documentation for audit, QC, and production tracking
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting capabilities for equipment malfunctions
  • Proficiency in process optimization and parameter adjustment
  • Critical thinking skills for real-time operational decision-making
  • Ability to interpret analytical data, assay results, and process parameters
  • Experience with HMI (Human-Machine Interface) and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems
  • Operate the IF-13 furnaces, the press and any related talks.(asset)
  • Perform routine tasks such as loading cells, recuperating product, disassembling and assembling cells.
  • Adjust solutions according to guidelines.
  • Operate and setup ALS (asset)
  • Identify malfunction of processes and equipment.
  • Operate and set-up cells for electro-refining and electrolytic dissolution and related equipment.
  • Evaluate quality of product.
  • Safely handle large volumes of corrosive solution using standard material handling equipment.
  • Perform maintenance checks and minor repairs.
  • Communicate clearly and work in a team environment.
  • Recognize hazardous conditions and take appropriate corrective action.
  • Demonstrate initiative, judgment, and reliability.

Knowledge:

  • Maintain a high level of safety awareness and security of physical assets.
  • Knowledge of the Health & Safety procedures at the RCM including the effective use of any safety materials, chemicals, equipment, devices and clothing intended for employee protection.
  • Knowledge and application of continuous improvement principles and work in cross-functional teams.
  • Working knowledge of the chemical and electrochemical principles of precious metal refining.
  • Basic knowledge of electrical/mechanical operating principles of process and support equipment.
  • General understanding of the refining operation of the RCM in the context of customer (internal & external) expectations and business requirements.
  • Basic computer knowledge.

Why the Mint?

At the Mint, you will collaborate with a diverse group of people and be a part of an iconic Canadian organization. Your safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We offer outstanding pay and total rewards for you and your family and you will be supported to continuously learn throughout your career.

The Mint is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value diversity and aim to provide an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, selection and onboarding process to ensure that each candidate is treated respectfully. In accordance with the Employment Equity Act, you are invited to voluntarily self-identify with one or more of the four employment equity groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities) by sending your application to the confidential email, ee@mint.ca that is accessed only by the Human Resources section. 

If you need accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us directly at EE@mint.ca to make arrangements.

What to Expect:

In order to be considered for an interview, please clearly demonstrate on your application how you meet the language, education and experience qualifications.  The additional qualifications may be assessed through interviews, exams, reference checks, etc.

Selected candidates will be required to complete a background check facilitated by the Mint in order to obtain a security clearance. 

Ready to mint your career?  Please forward your resume to careers@mint.ca by December 19, 2025. We look forward to receiving your application!

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