Job Opportunity
Alamos Gold Inc. Young-Davidson is currently recruiting the following challenging position to join our operations team:
Security Guard
Alamos Gold is a Canadian-based gold producer with a long-term track record of creating value for all stakeholders through solid financial performance, low-cost production growth, and a company-wide commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. We currently operate three mines – two in Canada and one in Mexico – and we have a strong portfolio of development stage projects, including the Lynn Lake Project and Island Gold Phase 3+ Expansion in Canada, and Puerto Del Aire Project in Mexico. Alamos also has an early-stage exploration project in Canada, the Qiqavik Gold Project. Our core values of safety, teamwork, environmental sustainability, integrity, and commitment allow our more than 1,900 dedicated team members to thrive in their careers and to create a lasting legacy that benefits all Alamos stakeholders.
Alamos Gold’s Young-Davidson is a low-cost, long-life operation and one of Canada’s largest underground gold mines. It is located near the town of Matachewan centrally located between Timmins, Kirkland Lake, North Bay and Sudbury, Ontario. The 2020 completion of a highly automated, lower mine expansion has resulted in Young-Davidson increasing production and generating strong free cash flow. With a large Mineral Reserve base, it will serve as Alamos’ foundation for growth for many years to come. This is a very exciting time at Young-Davidson, and we are searching for highly motivated and committed people to join our team!
If you are willing to be part of a team that is dedicated to growth, high performance and a culture of safety and accountability, we would like to hear from you!
Join Us in Protecting People, Property, and Operations!
Are you passionate about safety and security? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where vigilance and professionalism are essential? If you are an experienced security professional who excels in monitoring, access control, and risk prevention, we want you on our team!
Role Overview
As a Security Guard, reporting to the Security Supervisor, you will play a critical role in maintaining the safety and security of our mine site operations. You will be responsible for controlling access to the site, conducting inspections and patrols, monitoring activities, and ensuring all security protocols are followed. Working closely with employees, contractors, visitors, and site leadership, you will help create a safe and secure environment for everyone on site.
Key Responsibilities
- Access Control: Sign in/out and screen employees, visitors, suppliers, and their belongings entering and exiting the mine site.
- Site Security: Conduct daily inspections of the mine site and perform indoor and outdoor foot and vehicle patrols as required.
- Vehicle Monitoring: Perform inspections of vehicles entering the mine site to ensure compliance with site security requirements.
- Surveillance & Reporting: Monitor the surrounding area, identify suspicious activity, and report incidents, irregularities, theft, equipment damage, unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
- Safety Compliance: Conduct Fit for Work testing as required and support site safety initiatives.
- General Security Support: Carry out additional security duties and responsibilities as assigned.
What You Bring to the Table
- Previous experience in a security, safety, or related field.
- Valid Class G Driver's License.
- Valid Security Guard License, or willingness to obtain one.
- Strong observational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, including weekends and night shifts.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and willing to work overtime when required.
- Previous First Aid and WHMIS training is considered an asset.
- Passion for maintaining a safe and secure workplace.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of an organization that values safety, integrity, accountability, and teamwork.
- Play an essential role in supporting safe and efficient mining operations.
- Work alongside dedicated professionals committed to operational excellence.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Working Conditions
- Schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off; 12-hour shifts.
- Work Environment: Combination of indoor and outdoor work in a mining environment.
- Must be available to work weekends and night shifts.
Physical Requirements
- Extended periods of standing, walking, and conducting patrols.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to perform vehicle inspections and site rounds.
- Frequent use of a computer and security monitoring equipment.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and become a valued member of our security team, helping to maintain a safe and secure workplace for all.
This is an existing vacancy.
Hourly Range: CAD $26.13 - $36.75
The expected salary range for this role is intended to support transparency and informed decision making. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience and internal equity.
Alamos Gold Inc. may use artificial intelligence to initially screen or assess applicants for this position with respect to mandatory job requirements.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Alamos Gold Inc. (the “Company”) is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible environment for all third parties, and will provide accommodation where required, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “Act”). The Company is committed to excellence in serving all third parties including people with disabilities and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting the requirements under the Act in a timely fashion.
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Previous experience in a security, safety, or related field.
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Driving Licence
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Security Guard
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Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
