Mining Engineer Drilling and Blasting

Workplace Type : Onsite

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work.

As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Éléonore is a fly-in, fly out operation, with a world-class, state-of-the-art facility that is among the largest gold mines in Quebec.

It is located in Eeyou Istchee / James Bay, in a remote corner of the Northern Quebec region, 800 km north of Montreal. A place where we ensure all employees can reach their full potential, establishing an open door and supportive work environment.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

About the role

Reporting to the Mining Engineering Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the stope design related to long hole drilling and blasting activities.

He or she also carries out field inspections, plan layouts, data compilation and participates in the decision-making process.

Essential Duties

• To ensure a follow-up of the different active workplaces specific to drilling and blasting.
• Design, review and approve drilling and blasting plans and specifications
• Participate in the design process of construction sites. Promote best drilling and blasting practices are followed in order to control dilution and maximize mining recovery during stope extraction.
• Perform stope performance analyses.
• Conduct and report drilling and loading quality control underground visits
• Lead drill & blast continuous improvement projects
• Respect, know and promote the company's regulations and policies, particularly in the area of health and safety.
• All tasks related to the performance of his / her duties.

Training & Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Mining Engineering
• Between 3 to 5 years’ pertinent experience in an underground mine
• Practical experience in drill & blast considered an asset
• Valid explosives permit
• Mining modules (F.M.T.M. 1 to 5, and 7)
• Member of the Ordre des Ingénieurs du Québec
• Strong computer skills, including Deswik and Microsoft Office Suite
• Bilingualism is an asset (English and French)

Skills and competencies

• Organizational skills
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Ability to work in a remote location and in a multicultural environment
• Adaptability
• Thoroughness and precision in his / her work
• Good oral and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Schedule : 14 days of work followed by 14 days off
• Eleonore mine site (Fly-in, Fly-out)

Interested qualified candidates should send their resume via the company's Web site at www.newmont.com no later than May 6, 2024.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview.

As an equal opportunity employer, Newmont is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.