Mining, Engineer, Mine (Geotechnical)

De Beers Group; Northwest Territories; Remote; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO rotation: two weeks in/two weeks"

Remote camp accommodation provided

Competitive wages

Opportunity to work at one of the word

Supportive, safety-focused team

Inclusive and diverse workplace

Referral incentive for internal

Job summary

De Beers Group seeks Geotechnical Engineers for a fixed-term contract at the Gahcho Kué Mine in the Northwest Territories. The role emphasizes safety, geotechnical excellence, and leadership, with work in remote camp and FIFO rotations.

You will contribute to long-term stability of mining operations, applying advanced geotechnical methods, overseeing pit slope stability, and driving continuous improvement while collaborating with a safety-first team.

Qualifications

• Geotechnical Engineering degree required.
• Professional Engineering designation or eligibility to register in NT.
• Minimum three years mining experience preferred.
• Experience with geotechnical software is preferred.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Rock mechanics

Data interpretation

Stakeholder communication

Safety-focused mindset

Remote camp adaptability

Education

Geotechnical Engineering degree

Tools

Deswik

Rocscience

Remining

Maptek

Job description

Mining Geotechnical Engineers - Gahcho Kué Mine - 14/14 - FIFO + Remote Camp - Gahcho Kué Mine, NT

De Beers Group is seeking Geotechnical Engineers for a fixed-term contract at the renowned Gahcho Kué Mine in the Northwest Territories. This role is ideal for analytical professionals passionate about mine safety, geotechnical excellence, and working in a collaborative, remote environment. Candidates will play a key part in ensuring the long-term stability and safety of mining operations, with a focus on continuous improvement and technical leadership.

Perks & Benefits

• FIFO (Fly-In Fly-Out) rotation: two weeks in/two weeks out
• Remote camp accommodation provided
• Competitive Wages
• Opportunity to work at one of the world’s greatest diamond mines
• Supportive, safety-focused team environment
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
• Referral incentive for internal employees

What You’ll Need

• Legally permitted to work in Canada
• Geotechnical Engineering degree
• Professional Engineering designation, or eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer in the Northwest Territories
• Minimum three years of relevant mining experience from an open pit mining environment (preferred)
• Experience with geotechnical software (Deswik, Rocscience, Remining, Maptek) preferred
• Strong geotechnical skills and principles in rock mechanics
• Experience with geotechnical pit slope monitoring instrumentation (Groundprobe; Navstar)
• Ability to manage and communicate in a dynamic, safety-prioritized environment
• Ability to simplify complex datasets and present them to stakeholders
• Willingness to work in a remote camp setting
• Successful completion of background screening, including criminal check and validation of qualifications

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Experience with geotechnical software (Deswik, Rocscience, Remining, Maptek)
• Minimum three years of relevant mining experience from an open pit mining environment