Mine Engineering Technician

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited is seeking a Mine Engineering Technician for its Detour Lake Mine. This role involves coordinating safe mining operations, developing mine plans, and collaborating with the mine planning team. Candidates should have a Mine Technician Diploma and at least 3 years of experience in technical services, along with proficiency in various mining software and Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

Accommodations provided on-site

Meals provided on-site at no cost

Transportation expenses covered based on residence

Qualifications

• Mine Technician Diploma or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• At least 3 years of experience in technical services at an open pit mine.
• Experience with Fleet Management Systems and analytical tools is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and optimizing safe mining operations.
• Developing strategic mine plans and designs.
• Ensuring successful short-term plan execution.

Skills

Drill & blast design

Analytical tools

Microsoft Office

Education

Mine Technician Diploma

Tools

Hexagon MineSite

Maptek Vulcan

Wenco Fleet Management Systems

Job description

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Job Description - Mine Engineering Technician (DET00274)

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family, and responsibility. These values define us and have contributed to our success over 60 years. We value your unique skills and experience, your willingness to develop those skills, and your commitment to respecting others. These principles help us operate safely, protect the environment, and contribute positively to our 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. We prioritize hiring members from these Nations and the Métis Nation of Ontario. Please self-identify during the application process to support this commitment.

In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodations are available upon request during the recruitment process.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Reporting to the Mine Planning Superintendent, you will be part of the Engineering Department. Your responsibilities include coordinating and optimizing safe mining operations, supporting production, pit maintenance, and technical services while adhering to our values, safety standards, and environmental commitments.

• Develop and execute strategic weekly mine plans and designs
• Collaborate with mine planning engineers on monthly plans, forecasts, and budgets
• Support the mine operations team to ensure successful short-term plan execution
• Ensure mining plans align with data from geology, survey, maintenance, geotechnical, safety, and environmental departments
• Provide blending plans for plant production forecasts
• Define stockpile strategies in coordination with relevant departments
• Support initiatives to increase efficiency, maximize economic returns, and reduce costs
• Visit project and operation areas to ensure plans are properly implemented and manage changes
• Follow and improve procedures related to safety, costs, production, maintenance, and budgeting

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• Mine Technician Diploma or equivalent from a recognized institution
• At least 3 years of experience in technical services at an open pit mine
• Experience in drill & blast design
• Experience with Hexagon MineSite and Maptek Vulcan (asset)
• Experience with Fleet Management Systems (Wenco) and analytical tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Your Work Schedule:

• Schedule: 7/7 or 14/14 at Detour Lake Mine
• Accommodations and meals are provided on-site at no cost. Transportation and other travel expenses are covered based on your residence in Canada.