mining engineer

Tasks

• Supervise and co-ordinate the work of technicians, technologists, survey personnel and other engineers and scientists
• Advise on drilling and blasting methods for mining, construction or demolition
• Design, develop and implement computer applications for mine and supportive structure design and mapping, or for monitoring mine conditions
• Plan and supervise the development, operation and maintenance of mines
• Prepare operations and project estimates, schedules and reports
• Implement and co-ordinate mine safety programs
• Design and plan various types of dams

Computer and technology knowledge

• AutoCAD
• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• Mining technology

Mining experience

• Surface mines or quarries

Area of work experience

• Operations or production
• Project planning

Mining design specialization

• Blasting and materials handling
• Waste and tailings disposal
• Land reclamation

Area of specialization

• Underground or surface mine design or construction
• Mining and exploration

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information

• Willing to travel
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Night
• Day
• Weekend

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• On-site recreation and activities
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Transportation provided by employer

Support for persons with disabilities

• Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example : ramps, elevators, etc.)
• Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and / or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers

Supports for visible minorities

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities