Control Room Operator

Terms of Employment: Full-time, Permanent Position

Schedule:  7-days on, 7-days off rotation with 12-hour workdays

About Us

Conuma Resources is a leading Canadian producer of metallurgical coal used in steelmaking around the world. Since 2016, we’ve grown to own and operate a portfolio of five surface mines in the Peace River Coalfields of Northeast British Columbia. Our operations support over 1,000 direct jobs and thousands more indirectly, contributing to the strength of the communities where we live and work. Today, our active mines include Willow Creek, located about 40 minutes from Chetwynd, and Quintette, just 15 minutes from Tumbler Ridge.

Guided by our core values of Safety, Heart, Growth, One Conuma Strong, and Sustainability, we remain focused on responsible growth and on delivering long-term value and resilience to our people and partners.

Come home to Conuma — where community meets opportunity!

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Continuously oversee plant operations from the control room to ensure all equipment and systems function properly.


• Proactively identify and address operational issues and abnormalities to minimize downtime and maintain efficiency.


• Read and interpret manuals and regulatory requirements, adhering strictly to workplace policies and health and safety procedures.


• Keep track of equipment performance to ensure metallurgical efficiency and operational excellence.


• Adhere to workplace policies and health and safety procedures.


• Identify and report health and safety risks, incidents, and injuries.


• Monitor equipment performance and ensure metallurgical efficiency.


• Document and report shift activities, operational issues, and performance indicators.


• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar control room operation role is preferred.


• Prior experience in a fixed plant environment, preferably in a mining environment. 


• Proficiency in monitoring and control systems is essential.


• Knowledge of plant operations, circuit flow and equipment.


• Valid Driver's License

Technical Competencies & Skills

• Must be able to work 12-hour day and night shifts; on a 7x7 rotation.


• High level of safety awareness, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols.


• Proficient in English, with strong verbal and written communication abilities. 


• Physically capable of performing labour-intensive tasks as needed.


• Proficient in maintaining and reporting detailed records with high level of attention to detail and accuracy. 


• Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite for effective data management and reporting.


• Proven attendance record, demonstrating dependability.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues across various departments.


• Capable of performing duties with minimal supervision and prioritizing tasks effectively.


• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic work environment, embracing challenges and changes.

Wage and Benefits

Conuma Resources takes pride in providing industry-competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package that truly values our employees. Specifically for the Control Room Operator role, we offer an annual base salary range of $87,000.00 - $94,000.00, along with a variety of bonuses, including a monthly efficiency bonuses based on safety and production targets, and quarterly retention bonuses. Our benefits package also includes paid vacation and personal days, 7% RRSP matching, and 100% employer-paid extended health and dental care, among other valuable perks! 

Employee Transportation  

Employee bus transportation is available from: 

• Tumbler Ridge to our Quintette Mine, Wolverine Mine, Brule Mine, and Willow Creek Mine


• Chetwynd to our Brule Mine and Willow Creek Mine


• Dawson Creek to our Willow Creek Mine


• Mackenzie to our Willow Creek Mine

Pre-Employment Testing

Please be advised that all selected applicants will be required to complete pre-employment testing.

Come Home to Conuma

Nestled in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, our local communities in Northeastern British Columbia offer a plethora of outdoor activities, from hiking near majestic waterfalls to exploring 97-million-year-old dinosaur footprints. Engage in ATV and snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, ice hockey, swimming, cycling, and immerse yourself in the warmth of a close-knit community. Affordable costs of living make this region an ideal place to raise a family.

Conuma Resources is an equal opportunity employer.

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