Process Control Specialist

Overview

BW Gold is a wholly owned subsidiary of Artemis Gold Inc (“Artemis”).  Artemis Gold is a well-financed, growth-oriented gold development company with a strong financial capacity aimed at creating shareholder value through the identification, acquisition, and development of gold properties in mining-friendly jurisdictions. The Company's current focus is the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia approximately 160km southwest of Prince George and 450km northeast of Vancouver. The first gold and silver pour at Blackwater was achieved in January 2025 and commercial production was declared on May 1, 2025. Artemis Gold trades on the TSX-V under the symbol ARTG. For more information visit www.artemisgoldinc.com.

 

Reporting to the Supervisor – Electrical & Instrumentation, the Process Control Specialist is responsible for process control systems programming and systems operations. They will provide frontline Process Control Support to maintenance, production and engineering teams and identify and implement improvement initiatives.

 

Location: Blackwater Mine site

 

Schedule: Two (2) Weeks On – Two (2) Weeks Off Rotation

 

Employment Type: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Be primarily responsible for process control systems programming  and systems operations. This individual must be capable of working independently and able manage and complete day-to-day and/or delegated systems programming projects and assignments. Communication, system analysing, and follow up are key essentials to the success of this position.
• Ensure safe, reliable and effective operation & maintenance of Process Control Systems across site
• Provide frontline Process Control support to maintenance, production & engineering teams.
• Identify & execute minor improvement projects
• Use, program and improve the site control systems (Rockwell ControlLogix) and other PLC based Control Systems
• Use, program and improve the Plant SCADA system (Aveva)
• Provide technical support, guidance and coaching to site personnel on best practice and technical matters related to process control
• Perform process control troubleshooting & programming, drive installation & programming for all processing areas
• Provide Technical assistance to specify, design and develop improvements in complex instrumentation, automation, and process control systems
• Deliver troubleshooting support site-wide, maintain and enhance the engineering process control philosophy, strategy, and controls standard operating procedures
• Lend expertise to departments to ensure understanding of process control characteristics and PID loop tuning
• Maintain broad-based product knowledge including Variable Frequency Drives (ABB), PLC’s (Rockwell), Process Control, HMI Software (Plant SCADA), Network design experience with Ethernet
• Conduct performance evaluations to identify operational limitations and initiate steps to enhance system performance
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, drawings, etc.
• Revise and create work drawings, P&IDs and other documentation and submit for approval to supervision
• Work closely with maintenance, production & engineering teams to achieve common goals
• Identify & execute minor improvement projects
• Ensure work is in compliance with company HSE policies and procedures, quality, schedule, budget, security, industry standards and best practices
• Demonstrate continuous improvement to enhance operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes
• Provide mentorship and training of Instrumentation and control personnel

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Electrical and Process Controls Systems in an industrial environment. Mineral processing preferred.
• Minimum qualifications of either:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or Technical Diploma in Controls, Instrumentation or similar field
• A thorough understanding of:
  • Instrumentation devices and process use
  • Process control systems (PLC)
  • Familiarity with ControlLogix, Studio 5000, RS Linx
• Experience with TCPIP, Ethernet IP, and other network systems and related hardware
• Electrical experience and build capabilities including process control panels, safety circuit, wiring diagrams, I/O, MCC, VFD's, Drives, Tuning, Servers, pneumatics, valves, hydraulics, P & ID diagrams are an asset
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent organization and planning skills
• Proactivity and ability to work independently
• Provide quality, detail-oriented safety driven results
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Computer literate and advanced skills in the Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• RRSP Matching
• Extended Health, Dental & Vision Care
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programs 

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, national origin, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, or any other basis protected by law.  We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples. Members of Indigenous communities should clearly identify their status on their resume.