Geotechnical Engineer

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Geotechnical Engineer, where your expertise will help ensure the safety and efficiency of mining operations. This role involves conducting inspections, generating technical reports, and managing geotechnical projects at a remote mine site. You will work closely with a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with safety standards while contributing to innovative solutions in geotechnical engineering. With a commitment to environmental responsibility and community engagement, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the mining industry.

Benefits

Accommodations provided on site

Meals provided on site

Transportation to and from mine site

Travel expense coverage

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geological or Mining Engineering with geotechnical specialization.
• Eligible for registration as EIT or Professional Engineer in Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of pit and waste dump slopes.
• Generate technical reports and update SOPs for ground control.
• Plan and manage geotechnical hazard remediation projects.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Mapping

Core Logging

Microsoft Office Suite

Risk Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Geological Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Rocscience Software

Job description

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Job Description - Geotechnical Engineer (DET00257)

WHAT DOES AGNICO EAGLE VALUE?

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family, and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience.

We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment, and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

ABOUT OUR OPERATION

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Agnico Eagle Mines' Detour Lake Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, and Taykwa Tagamou Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of members from these Nations. Additionally, Agnico Eagle has entered into an agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario, and therefore, we also prioritize citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Detour Lake Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Agnico Eagle Mining (AEM) is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. Accommodation is available, upon request, for candidates participating in the recruitment process.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Reporting to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will be part of the Technical Services Department. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct, and the environment.

• Conducting daily inspections of general conditions for pit and waste dump slopes
• Generate technical reports as required
• Generate and update SOPs associated with ground control as required
• Inspect and sign off on wall compliance and slope design
• Prepare weekly ground control plans, monthly hazard maps, risk analysis, and risk mitigation
• Collection and compilation of geotechnical data via mapping, photogrammetry, core logging, and visual observation
• Perform wall and bench reconciliation and wall control blast performance assessment
• Plan and manage ground support and geotechnical hazard remediation projects
• Review and interpret monitoring data and assist with development of monitoring systems on the site
• Assist with development and updating geotechnical models
• Perform geotechnical investigations and inspections
• Confirm ground control plans are being followed in the field

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geological Engineering or Mining Engineering with a specialization in geotechnical engineering and/or rock mechanics
• Eligible for registration as an EIT or Professional Engineer in Ontario
• Mapping and core logging experience is considered an asset
• Familiarity with geological, mine planning, and Rocscience equivalent software are considered an asset
• Experience in wall control blast and open pit ground control is considered an asset
• Experience working at a remote mine site is considered an asset
• Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint

OUR WORK SCHEDULE:

• Schedule: 14/14 schedule at our Detour Lake Mine
• Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee. Agnico Eagle provides transportation to and from the mine site and will accommodate to cover other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Canada