Geotechnical Engineer in Training - Open Pit

Alamos Gold Inc.; Dubreuilville; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 112,000; Full time

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Job summary

Alamos Gold Inc. is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Training - Open Pit for the Island Gold District in Dubreuilville, ON. The role focuses on stability of facilities, earthworks, and structures to ensure safe, efficient operation in a camp setting.

You will inspect pits and infrastructure, analyze stability data, and coordinate monitoring programs. A civil/mining degree and progress toward P.Eng are required, with Deswik/Minesight/Promine proficiency welcomed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, geological, or mining engineering.
• Working towards P.Eng registration with the Professional Engineers of Ontario.
• Hands-on experience with monitoring instrumentation or field services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect open pits, underground excavations, dikes, dams, and other critical infrastructure.
• Analyze data to assess stability and take corrective action.
• Coordinate geotechnical and hydrogeological monitoring programs and ensure instrumentation is maintained.
• Ensure instrumentation and geotechnical systems are utilized efficiently.
• Assist in designing and planning future capital construction projects.
• Direct and monitor construction activities per designs, safety standards, timelines and costs.
• Prepare internal and external status reports, summaries, analyses, and communications.
• Provide knowledge and support to resolve geotechnical issues as needed.
• Expand knowledge through continued professional development.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Data analysis

Field instrumentation

Construction monitoring

Education

Bachelors in Mining/Civil

Tools

Deswik

Minesight

Promine

AutoCAD

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer in Training - Open Pit

Job Category: General Engineering

Requisition Number: GEOTE004078

• Posted : October 2, 2026
• Full-Time

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Island Gold District
Dubreuilville, ON P0S1B0, CAN

• Pay or shift range: $62,250 CAD to $112,150 CAD

Description

About Alamos Gold Inc.:Alamos Gold is a Canadian-based gold producer with a long-term track record of creating value for all stakeholders through solid financial performance, low-cost production growth, and a company-wide commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. We currently operate three mines – two in Canada and one in Mexico – and we have a strong portfolio of development stage projects, including the Lynn Lake Project and Island Gold Phase 3+ Expansion in Canada, and Puerto Del Aire Project in Mexico. Alamos also has an early-stage exploration project in Canada, the Qiqavik Gold Project. Our core values of safety, teamwork, environmental sustainability, integrity, and commitment allow our more than 1,900 dedicated team members to thrive in their careers and to create a lasting legacy that benefits all Alamos stakeholders.

About Island Gold District:Alamos Gold’s Island Gold District will become one of the largest and lowest-cost gold mines in Canada. With the two mines within the district, Island Gold and Magino employ over 900 team members who work in the underground and open pit operations and are located in northern Ontario, just east of the town of Dubreuilville, 83 kilometres northeast of Wawa. Through ongoing exploration success, Island Gold District’s Mineral Reserves and Resources have continued to grow in size and quality. Join the Island Gold District team and be a part of the long-life mining operations, as we prioritize our employee growth, high performance and a culture of safety and accountability.

Join Us in Supporting Safe and Efficient Mine Development!

Are you passionate about learning?Do you thrive in an active, safety-focused environment?If you are someone who is looking to develop a career in mining, we want you on our team!

Role Overview

As part of the engineering department, the Engineer in Training - Geotechnical is responsible for providing expertise, knowledge, and leadership relevant to the stability of existing and proposed facilities, earthworks, and structures to ensure they serve the mines purposes safely and efficiently

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect open pits, underground excavations, dikes, dams, and other critical infrastructure as required.
• Analyze relevant data to ascertain stability and take action to stabilize, as required.
• Coordinate geotechnical and hydrogeological monitoring programs to ensure instrumentation and systems are relevant, functional, and properly maintained.
• Ensure that instrumentation and geotechnical systems are utilized efficiently and effectively.
• Assist in the coordinate the design and planning of future capital construction projects to enable construction activities to proceed as planned.
• Direct, facilitate, monitor, and support construction activities in accordance with prescribed designs, methods, safety standards, timelines, costs, and quality requirements.
• Develop and deliver internal and external status reports, summaries, analyses, warnings/bulletins, and correspondence as required by technical or regulatory demands.
• Be available to provide knowledge and service as required to resolve issues or address concerns related to geotechnical engineering.
• Expanding position-relevant knowledge and skills through continuing self-directed or employer-sponsored professional development.

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, geological, or mining engineering required
• Working towards P.Eng registration with the Professional Engineers of Ontario
• Hands‑on experience in construction, excavation, monitoring instrumentation, and/or technical field services is preferred
• Knowledge of geomechanical failure modes, monitoring methods and practices, and related data analysis
• Knowledge of the design and construction processes of major civil and/or mining structures
• Knowledge of specialist earthworks and geotechnical software applications
• Experience in structural stability monitoring, data analysis, and reporting
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• The individual should demonstrate a high level of energy, self motivation and strong organizational skills.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail, able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, growing work environment.
• The incumbent will demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, a strong commitment to working in a safe, socially responsible manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, mine design suites (Deswik, Minesight and/or Promine), and Autocad is required.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an organization that values highest standards of sustainable development.
• Opportunity to drive meaningful change in electrical department.
• Work alongside dynamic leaders and teams committed to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Working Conditions

• The schedule for this position is based in a camp operation working on a 14/14 rotation schedule (12 hour days)

Travel & Accommodation

• Camp accommodations and flights provided from Toronto, Sudbury, and Rouyn‑Noranda in accordance with company policy.

This is an existing vacancy.

Salary Range: $62,250 - $112,150 CAD

The expected salary range for this role is intended to support transparency and informed decision making. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience and internal equity.

Alamos Gold Inc. may use artificial intelligence to initially screen or assess applicants for this position with respect to mandatory job requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Alamos Gold Inc. (the “Company”) is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible environment for all third parties, and will provide accommodation where required, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “Act”). The Company is committed to excellence in serving all third parties including people with disabilities and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting the requirements under the Act in a timely fashion.

Preferred

Working towards P.Eng registration with the Professional Engineers of Ontario

Hands-on experience in construction, excavation, monitoring instrumentation, and/or technical field services is preferred