Manager, Technical Services - (Minerals & Metals)

Ausenco; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Ausenco is seeking a Manager, Technical Services to lead technical reviews, stage-gate processes, and project support across mining and mineral processing. You will bridge strategy and execution, working with the Director, Technical Services, Process Manager and Study Managers to ensure quality outcomes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Process Engineering, Metallurgy or related discipline and 12+ years in process engineering with mining experience, plus strong communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Process Engineering, Metallurgy or related discipline.
• 12+ years progressive experience in process engineering with mining & metals background.
• Strong experience in metallurgical processing, technical services, or study delivery.
• Proven ability to review and challenge technical work across multiple disciplines.
• Experience supporting feasibility studies, PEAs, or similar project stages.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct reviews for studies, Mine to Mill assessments, metallurgical testwork programs and recovery modelling.
• Perform reviews ensuring alignment with study assumptions and design criteria.
• Support and contribute to financial model reviews and business case assessments.
• Own and drive Mine-to-Mill stage gate reviews.
• Provide day-to-day guidance to Study Managers and Process Leads.
• Coordinate integration of updated mine plans, testwork, and cost inputs into studies.

Skills

Process engineering

Mining & metals

Stakeholder engagement

Multi-project environment

Technical reviews

Feasibility studies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Process Engineering, Metallurgy

Job description

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments.Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients, and communities.

We are seeking a Manager, Technical Services to support the delivery of high-quality study and project outcomes across our mining and mineral processing portfolio. This role bridges strategy and execution, working closely with the Director, Technical Services, Process Manager, Study Managers and Process Leads.

The Manager will take ownership of key technical reviews, stage-gate processes, and project support activities while contributing to client engagement and continuous improvement across technical services.

About the role

The scope of this role encompasses leadership across the following key areas.

Technical Oversight & Reviews

• Lead and conduct reviews and check-ins for studies, Mine to Mill assessments, metallurgical testwork programs and recovery modelling
• Perform reviews, ensuring alignment with study assumptions and design criteria
• Support and contribute to financial model reviews and business case assessments
• Identify best business case for each project and any potential strategic Trade Off Studies
• Assist with CAPEX stage gate reviews in collaboration with Director, TS
• Conduct cover-to-cover technical report reviews
• Provide quality assurance across technical deliverables and study documentation
• Assist in driving responsiveness to changes that impact capital allocation, expansion, or deferral strategies

Stage-Gate & Project Governance

• Own and drive Mine-to-Mill stage gate reviews
• Support Process stage gate reviews in collaboration with the Process Manager
• Participate in key stage gate reviews and related decision-making support
• Ensure timely and consistent governance across study phases
• Track alignment of metallurgical results, mine plans, and process design assumptions

Project, Studies & Operational Support

• Participate in biweekly project check-ins and internal governance meetings
• Provide technical troubleshooting across active projects
• Offer day-to-day guidance and support to Study Managers and Process Leads
• Support the integration of updated mine plans, testwork, and cost inputs into studies

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Process Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related discipline.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in process engineering, with a strong background in mining & metals or related industries.
• Strong experience in metallurgical processing, technical services, or study delivery
• Proven ability to review and challenge technical work across multiple disciplines
• Experience supporting feasibility studies, PEAs, or similar project stages
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-project environment

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer:

Career advancement

Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities

Holistic approach to wellness

Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness

Accessible leadership team

Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

We’re committed to a fair and human hiring process. All applications are reviewed by a member of our team and are not automatically screened or rejected by AI.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Salary Range

$160,000 - $230,000 annually

Salary isdeterminedby factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Join us and work a better way.