Arctic Mining: Technical Services Lead

Baffinland; Qikiqtarjuaq; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Baffinland is seeking a seasoned mining professional to lead and mentor the Technical Services team at the Mary River operation in Nunavut. You will develop mine plans, budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance for technical and environmental aspects of the mine.

The role requires advanced CAD and scheduling knowledge, plus extensive open pit mining and production experience. Join a team focused on safe, sustainable mining and community collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or geology required.
• Master's degree in mining engineering or geology and/or finance preferred.
• 3-5 years' experience with mine technical staff supervision.
• 5-7 years' experience with developing mine plans and/or budget.
• At least 10 years of experience in an open pit mine environment and/or the equivalent.
• P. Eng. license in Nunavut (or ability to transfer) is essential.
• Advanced knowledge of CAD software and mine scheduling package required.
• Advanced knowledge of mobile equipment capabilities and production systems required.
• Advanced knowledge of Acid Rock Drainage required.
• Intermediate knowledge of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering preferred.
• Experience in mine planning and mine production is essential.
• Strategic thinking and deep understanding of mining production and planning systems is required.
• Experience in data analysis and process optimization is essential.
• Experience in grade control and quality management will be considered an asset.
• Experience with Iron Ore will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor mining professionals in the Technical Services team.
• Develop budgets and mine plans for all timeframes (short range, 5-year, long term).
• Ensure regulatory compliance for technical and environmental aspects of the mine.
• Deliver plans and technical data to support the Mine and the Supply Chain.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement and drive value and efficiency.

Skills

Mine planning

Team supervision

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or geology

Master's degree in mining engineering or geology

Tools

CAD software

Mine scheduling package

Job description

Baffinland is seeking a seasoned mining professional to lead and mentor the Technical Services team at the Mary River operation in Nunavut. You will develop mine plans, budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance for technical and environmental aspects of the mine.

The role requires advanced CAD and scheduling knowledge, plus extensive open pit mining and production experience. Join a team focused on safe, sustainable mining and community collaboration.