Engineer, Mining (Temporary)

Socket.dev; Elkford; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health Benefits

Health Spending Account

Vacation Allotment

Job summary

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) is seeking a Mining Engineer to support the Mid-Range team at Fording River Operations. This role focuses on planning and stewardship of technical projects and integrates major work into active mine operations.

You will collaborate with engineering and other site teams to coordinate critical scopes. Ideal candidates have a BSc in Mining Engineering, 5+ years in mine planning, and EGBC-registered status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum five years of experience in mine planning.
• Professional Engineering Designation recognized by EGBC.
• Strong digital literacy in mining-related software.
• Solid understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Motivated self-starter able to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Participate in health and safety programs and policies.
• Mine predevelopment design, planning, execution support and stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinate major mine infrastructure planning and coordination (powerlines, water diversions).
• Track and sign off on waste rock treatment and reviews.
• Plan and construct Swift North Suboxic Zone and provide design peer review.
• Liaise with design consultants and engineers on projects.
• Support reclamation teams and budget development for major work.

Skills

Mine planning software

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Microsoft Office

Education

BSc Mining Engineering

Professional Engineering Designation (EGBC)

Tools

Swift 4

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

Application Deadline: August 20, 2026

What we offer:

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the role:

Reporting to the Senior Engineering Supervisor, the Mining Engineer, as part of the Mid-Range team at Fording River Operations, is responsible for supporting the Engineering and Projects departments with planning and stewardship of technical projects, and the integration of major work into the active Mine Operation. This person will hold a key role working within the engineering and other site departments to coordinate the effective planning and execution of critical scopes within the mine.

To be successful,we are looking for someonewho is self-motivated and enjoys working in a team environment with all levels of an organization. This person has strong written,verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and is dedicated to continuousimprovement. They have proven problem solving skills and can organize competingpriorities to enable effective decision making.In addition, proficiencyinmine planning software isessential.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Benefits:

• Extended Health Benefits
• Health Spending Account
• Vacation Allotment

In this role you will:

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Mine Predevelopment(Swift 4)design, planning, execution support and key stakeholder engagement
• Major mine infrastructureplanning and coordination (powerlines, clean water diversions)
• CombustingWaste Rocktreatment tracking, reviewsand signoffs
• Swift North Suboxic Zone planning and construction support
• Liasing with key Design Consultants, Engineer-of-Records, and Qualified Personson above projects
• Liasing with Reclamation teams on major work in and aroundthe active mine areasProject budget development, tracking and appropriation requests
• Supportinggeneral engineering designs as a Peer Reviewer in the design process

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering, or related field, or equivalentcombination of education and experience
• Minimum five years of experience in mine planning
• Professional Engineering Designationrecognized by EGBC
• Strong digital literacy in mining-related software
• Solid understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite®
• Motivated self-starter, able to work under minimal supervision
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

Salary Range: 101, 440 CAD / Year

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.