Mine Engineer in Training (EIT)

Iamgold Corporation; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A mid-tier gold producer located in Canada is seeking a Mine Engineer in Training (EIT) to support the delivery of mining plans and operations at Côté Gold. The EIT will collaborate across teams to ensure effective and safe mining practices, while developing necessary reports and designs. Applicants should have a degree in Mine Engineering and be registered as an Engineer in Training. The role provides a competitive salary and various health benefits, supporting a diverse and empowering work environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Bonus

Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefit Coverage

Fitness & Wellness Subsidy

Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match

Electric Vehicle Subsidy

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Mine Engineering or a related field required.
• Registration as an Engineer in Training in Ontario (PEO) is necessary.
• Previous experience in open-pit mining is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop mine plans and designs consistent with industry best practices.
• Coordinate survey pick-ups and mark-ups with surveyors and technicians.
• Monitor and report on completion of mining activities.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Good observational and analytical skills

Proficiency in computer applications

Ability to work independently

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Post-secondary degree in Mine Engineering

Registration as an Engineer in Training in Ontario (PEO)

Tools

Mining software

Muk3D

Job description

Mine Engineer in Training (EIT)

The Mine Engineer in Training (EIT) supports the delivery of reliable, consistent and timely information pertaining to mine budgets, surveying, drill & blast, mine design and mine planning activities. They work collaboratively with others to develop, calculate, design, engineer and schedule mining activities for Côté Gold. They report and communicate progress and participate in various mine projects and business improvement initiatives.

Key Areas of Responsibility & Duties

Area 1: Mine Design, drill & blast, and infrastructure designs

• Develop mine plans and mine designs consistent with industry best practices.
• Coordinate survey pick-ups and mark-ups with the surveyor and technicians
• Evaluate trade-offs and recommend solutions.
• Complete Quality Assurance and Quality Control inspections in the field.
• Maintain tracking and databases of production data.
• Prepares reports and written materials related to technical recommendation and improvements to the mine plan and mine design.

Area 2: Mine Planning

• Interface between stakeholders and transfer information into mine schedule and Gantt chart
• Keep production and scheduling activities up-to-date and produce forecasts when required
• Provide guidance in daily field follow ups and ensure execution is compliant to plan.
• Track and monitor completion of mining activities by checking the state of progress in the field, compliance to the plans and specifications issued and report completed work.
• Run pit optimization and simulation tools and interpret results.
• Produce daily, weekly, monthly and yearly plans.

Area 3

• Seek and implement best-in-class practices.
• Propose new methods to meet challenges of mine engineering.
• Coordinate and track projects
• Provide new approaches, methods or policies to optimize performance and ensure compliance with industry regulations and organizational standards.
• Conduct research and benchmarking to support decision-making and improve mining processes, technologies and methodologies used for the mine.

Geotech, tailings and water analysis, designs and inspections

• Mapping and modelling of pit wall structures to identify potential unsafe conditions and propose mitigations.
• Conduct field inspections of pit walls and stockpiles and identify any potential concerns.
• Conduct dam inspections to ensure good performance and review instrumentation data regularly (VWPs, SAAVs, survey pins).
• Conduct 3D tailings deposition modelling in software such as Muk3D.
• Monitor water levels of various ponds on site and work with operations team to ensure pumps are set up at required locations.
• Monitor tailings deposition performance against the plan by checking spigotting in the field and working with operations to adjust deposition as needed.
• Collaborate with environmental team to ensure full permit compliance for all tailings and water related works.

Control Room: Autonomous System Builder

• Ensure the integrity of the mine model (road network, locations, equipment etc.) and that it accurately reflects mine operations reality.
• Plan, validate and update any physical changes within the Autonomous Operating Zone (AOZ) to the Mine Model either in the field or control center.
• Interpret designs (Shift plans, dump development, ramps, roads etc.) to adjust model accordingly.
• Follow and trend key productivity metrics.
• Report and action any in-cycle interruptions caused by field/operational conditions such as road quality, road design, setup of load and dump areas.
• Accurate completion of documentation and data entry where necessary.

Minimum Requirements and Nice To Haves

Post-secondary degree in Mine Engineering or a related field is required. Registration as an Engineer in Training in Ontario (PEO). Previous experience in open-pit mining is considered an asset. Proficiency in computer applications and mining softwares. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to work independently and in team settings. Ability to work effectively under pressure. Good observational and analytical skills. Must be able to handle a high level of confidentiality.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary and Bonus
• Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefit Coverage
• Health Spending Account
• Fitness & Wellness Subsidy
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Registered Pension Plan with Company Match
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match
• TFSA & RRSP
• Electric Vehicle Subsidy

At IAMGOLD we believe that by engaging, empowering and supporting each other, we can achieve extraordinary performance. Our core values guide us; we are driven to excellence in everything we do, we are accountable and operate with transparency, we conduct ourselves with respect and embrace diversity, we grow with teamwork, learning and innovation.

IAMGOLD is a leading mid-tier gold producer and developer based in Canada, with operating mines in North America and West Africa. Throughout our 30 year history, we have demonstrated our commitment to responsible and sustainable mining practices, and our Zero Harm® commitment ensures that we continually strive to reach the highest standards in human health and safety, minimize our impact on the environment and support the development of the local communities in which we proudly operate.

IAMGOLD is proud to be recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index.

Primary Location

Canada

Work Locations

06 - Cote Gold Mine Site IAMGOLD Corp, Côté Gold Division 3 Mesomikenda Lake RdPO Box 100 Gogama P0M 1W0