Mine Engineering Co-op Student

Position Overview

Join the dynamic Mine Technical Services (MTS) team as a Mine Engineering Co-op student and gain hands‑on experience in one of Canada’s most unique mining environments.

Working on a two‑week on / two‑week off FIFO rotation at the Ekati Diamond Mine, you will report directly to the Senior Engineer, Mine Technical Services. This is a 16‑month term position running from May 2026 to August 2027.

As a valued member of the MTS team, you will be exposed to a broad range of underground mining engineering functions, giving you an exceptional opportunity to build practical skills early in your career. Ekati provides opportunities to rotate through various technical areas, supporting or taking a lead role in Drill and Blast, Mine Planning, Ventilation and Pumping Design, and gaining exposure to equipment operation.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Protect the safety and well‑being of yourself and your co‑workers;
• Participate in and occasionally lead department safety and toolbox meetings;
• Follow all company safety protocols, policies, and procedures related to Occupational Health & Safety, Environment, and Communities;
• Provide drill & blast designs, prints, mine plans, and operational instructions for underground mining activities;
• Maintain and continuously improve scheduling and drill and blast processes, procedures, and tools;
• Regularly inspect underground operations to ensure plan compliance and identify improvement opportunities;
• Resolve field issues in a timely manner;
• Engage with the Mine Technical Services and Operations teams to continuously improve safe ore production while minimizing cost;
• Track, analyze, and report on relevant data sets to support planning inputs and compliance;
• Attend daily operations meetings.

Education / Experience

What We Offer

At Burgundy Diamond Mines, we believe people are our most important asset. We are committed to the health, safety, and well‑being of our employees, and we prioritize strong, respectful relationships with the people and communities with whom we work.

We are dedicated to developing our workforce and creating an environment where people can learn, grow, and take on new responsibilities. We support continuous development through leadership training, apprenticeship opportunities, and adult education initiatives.

On site, we provide comfortable accommodations and meals, along with access to a fully equipped gym and recreation facilities.

Additional Information

The Company provides travel to and from the Ekati mine site out of Calgary, Yellowknife, and other northern fly points.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants from our Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) Groups. Members should clearly identify their IBA status on the online application and resume to receive priority consideration.

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