Hellas Gold Single Member S.A. is a mining company for gold, silver, lead, and zinc, headquartered in Athens. Since 2004, it has been responsibly and safely developing and operating the Kassandra Mines in NE Halkidiki under the strictest environmental terms. The Kassandra Mines consist of three mining projects: the Stratoni-Mavres Petres Mine, the Olympias Mine, and the Skouries Project. Continuing a 25-century mining history, Hellas Gold invests in the sustainable development of the Kassandra Mines, boosting economic growth and contributing to the prosperity of the local community with investments exceeding $3 billion, employing over 2,000 workers, actively supporting local suppliers, and making significant investments in local community support initiatives and projects. Since 2012, it operates as a subsidiary of Eldorado Gold Corporation, a Canadian mining company with over 30 years experience in the exploration, development, and operation of mines worldwide.

We live our values in pursuit of our purpose: to find a better way to do things. We aim to break new ground in all that we do. We do this by creating a positive impact today, and for future generations, through our commitment to operating safely, sustainably, and profitably.

The company offers the opportunity to those who wish to express interest in the position of “Tails Placement Shiftboss | Επιστάτης Βάρδιας Απόθεσης Τελμάτων”, for its premises in Chalkidiki. The position will be reported to the TSF Chief Engineer of the Processing department in Skouries.

Main Responsibilities:

• Supervise all dry stack tailings placement activities during the shift in accordance with the Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) operating plan, engineering guidelines, and safety procedures.
• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of the conveyors, grasshoppers, radial stacker, dozers, compactors, and Pettibone handler for the transport, placement, spreading, and compaction of filtered tailings.
• Monitor the quality, moisture content, and placement thickness of tailings to ensure compliance with stacking and stability requirements.
• Coordinate and direct operators to achieve the desired stacking sequence, layer compaction, and slope configuration as instructed by the TSF Chief Engineer.
• Inspect the stacking area, drainage systems, and equipment condition regularly to identify and report abnormalities or potential hazards.
• Communicate with the control room, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure continuous, safe operation and resolve operational issues.
• Supervise contractor and company personnel working within the TSF area, ensuring adherence to safety and environmental procedures.
• Maintain accurate shift reports, inspection records, and equipment logs, and communicate operational progress to supervisors.
• Support maintenance scheduling, lubrication, and minor servicing of tailings handling equipment when required.
• Participate actively in safety meetings, risk assessments, and emergency response drills.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational discipline across the TSF operations team.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in mining, mineral processing, construction, or tailings storage facility (TSF) operations.
• At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or leading hand role, preferably within a dry stack tailings or bulk material handling environment.
• Proven experience in the operation, coordination, or maintenance of conveyor systems, stacking equipment, dozers, compactors, and similar heavy machinery.
• Experience working in outdoor, field-based industrial environments, with an understanding of geotechnical and drainage aspects of tailings management.
• Additional certifications in supervision, health and safety, or heavy equipment operation will be considered an advantage.
• Formal training in tailings management, geotechnical awareness, or environmental monitoring is desirable.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary shift teams, manage production targets, and train or mentor personnel while maintaining safety and environmental standards.
• Good mechanical aptitude and practical understanding of heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute daily work activities under varying conditions.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills for coordination across departments (operations, maintenance, and engineering).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in operational reporting, data recording, and performance monitoring of tailings placement activities.
• Adaptability and flexibility to changing operational or weather conditions.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Office, reporting tools).
• Experience with technical drawing or layout software (e.g., AutoCAD or similar) will be considered an asset.
• English proficiency will be considered an advantage.
• Driving license.

Our company offers a competitive remuneration package that includes an attractive combination of basic salary and benefits, as well as opportunities for development in a challenging work environment.

Inclusion and Diversity

Hellas Gold is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.

If you are looking for a global and dynamic environment, please send us your CV.