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Mill / Process Manager - Mining (Canada Fluorspar Inc)
Job Description
Canada Fluorspar Inc.
Contact – Dave Banns (dbanns@theheadhunters.ca)
The Headhunters Recruitment has partnered with Canada Fluorspar Inc. (https://canadafluorspar.ca/) to add a Mill / Process Manager to their team in St. Lawrence, Newfoundland.
Canada Fluorspar Inc (CFI) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Renova Capital B.V., The Netherlands. The previous CFI operation was purchased by Renova Capital B.V., in June 2023 and mining activities resumed in April of 2025. The mine is controlled by Renova Capital B.V. a Dutch holding company which is owned by four private shareholders.
The mine boasts a world class mineral asset with a current mine life of 19 years and a processing Plant producing Acidspar with infrastructure, including a marine terminal. The mine is actively expanding and exploration to extend the life of mine is currently being undertaken. At CFI, safety is their first value, including a respectful and inclusive culture, have good working relationships, being open to new ideas and holding each other accountable.
This role oversees the full operation of the processing plant - Crushing, Dense media separation and Flotation plants focusing on recovery efficiencies and operational improvements across all circuits to support CFI’s production and safety goals.
Key responsibilities include:
- Oversee daily operations of the plant including crushing, grinding, flotation, and filtering.
- Monitor and adjust flotation circuit parameters to maintain target recovery and concentrate grade.
- Coordinate with maintenance and HSE teams to ensure plant reliability and regulatory compliance.
- Lead troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput and efficiency.
- Produce daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports for senior management.
- Manage reagent use and inventory control.
- Mentor and supervise plant operators and technical staff.
- Support environmental compliance and sustainability practices in plant processes.
- Post-secondary degree in Metallurgy, Mineral Processing, or Chemical Engineering
- 15+ years’ experience in mineral processing, specifically flotation operations with team leadership responsibilities
- Base salary - $150,000-$200,000 plus bonus
- Full Benefits
- Opportunity to play an integral role during a growth period
Meet Your Recruiter
Dave Banns
MBA, Principal
Recruiting Specialty: Engineering & Operations
As Principal, Dave builds and maintains relationships with our partners. Drawing on over two decades of global recruitment and business development experience, his market knowledge is an invaluable resource to organizations of all sizes. Dave has ambitious goals to work collaboratively with current and new clients to develop cutting-edge, proactive workforce solutions. He has a proven record of exceeding clients’ expectations and cultivating sustainable and mutually-beneficial partnerships.
Dave is also a specialized and consultative recruiter with a focus in Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction and Operations positions. He has a reputation among his clients for implementing unique search strategies to attract top talent and build cohesive teams. Dave has a realistic understanding of how his clients’ businesses function in today’s world and what they will need to thrive in the future. Moreover, he has a deep network, refined ability to spot technical talent and match it with the most suitable company culture.
A former teacher, Dave knows how best to coach and guide individuals he works with. He takes the time to fully understand their goals, encouraging them to develop and follow a career path that is unique to their skills, talents and aspirations. Working with them as their consultant, he opens doors, acting as a conduit between great candidates and high-calibre career opportunities.
Dave holds an MBA in Global Management and a BBA in Marketing. His commitment to community is evident through his enthusiastic support of Big Brothers of Canada and the Make-A-Wish Foundation, as well as his past service as a Board member for The Vancouver Society of Children’s Centres, contributing to the HR & Governance, Finance and Nominations Committees. He is an avid traveler and sports enthusiast who enjoys playing beer-league hockey, golf and skiing. He also dedicates his time to coaching his son's rep ice hockey, baseball and soccer teams.