Mine Engineer in Training - Short Range

CST Canada Coal Limited; Hamlet of Grande Cache; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

8% RRSP matching

Health and wellness benefits

No camp facilities available

Job summary

CST Coal is seeking a Surface Mine Engineer in Alberta to lead short-range planning, drill-and-blast design, and on-site operations support. The role collaborates with operations to develop executable mine plans and ensure safety and production targets are met.

Responsibilities include 2-week planning, blast layout optimization, and providing day-to-day technical support to pit crews and field personnel. A Mining Engineering degree is preferred, with open-pit experience considered an asset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; mining engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop daily and two-week mine plans and translate long-term plans into executable short-range schedules.
• Design and optimize drill patterns and blast layouts; ensure safe blasting practices.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to mine operations and troubleshoot production issues.
• Collaborate with Mine Operations, Geology, Survey, and other technical teams.
• Participate in meetings and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Safety mindset

Open pit mining operations knowledge

Short-range planning

Drill & blast design

Communication & teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mining Engineering preferred)

Tools

MineSight

Deswik

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

This position is responsible for surface-mine engineering activities, with a focus on short-range planning, drill-and-blast engineering, and operational support. The role supports production by developing executable plans, blast layouts, and working closely with operations to ensure production and safety targets are met.

Detailed Job Description

This position is responsible for surface-mine engineering activities, with a focus on short-range planning, drill-and-blast engineering, and operational support. The role supports production by developing executable plans, blast layouts, and working closely with operations to ensure production and safety targets are met.

Accountability

• Daily to 2-week mine plans
• Short-range production scheduling
• Drill and blast design and implementation
• Operational support activities

Key Responsibilities

Short Range Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain daily and 2-week mine plans
• Translate long-term plans into practical, executable short-range schedules
• Coordinate with operations to ensure plans are achievable
• Monitor plan performance and adjust schedules as required

Drill & Blast Engineering

• Design and optimize drill patterns and blast layouts
• Ensure safe and efficient blasting practices
• Analyze blast results and implement continuous improvements
• Coordinate with drilling and blasting personnel

Operations Support

• Provide day-to-day technical support to mine operations
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide solutions
• Work closely with pit supervisors and field personnel

General Engineering Duties

• Collaborate with Mine Operations, Geology, Survey, and technical teams
• Participate in meetings, presentations, and improvement initiatives
• Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution
  • Mining Engineering preferred
• Experience in open pit mining operations is an asset
• Experience with short-range planning and drill & blast considered a strong asset

Skills & Competencies

• Strong commitment to safety and a zero-incident workplace
• Solid understanding of open pit mining operations, including:
  • Bench design
  • Haul roads
  • Dump development
• Practical knowledge of drilling and blasting techniques
• Experience with MineSight® or Deswik® considered an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, operations-driven environment
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Good time management and ability to adapt to changing priorities

Compensation & Benefits

CST Coal offers a competitive compensation package, including:

• Paid vacation
• 8% RRSP matching
• Health and wellness benefits

Housing

• No camp facilities available