Mining Engineer, Mine Planning and Operations

Finning International Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Mining Engineer, where you'll optimize mine production and maintenance at premier customer sites. This dynamic role involves collaborating with experts to implement cutting-edge systems while ensuring safety and compliance. You'll be integral to developing comprehensive mine plans and enhancing operational efficiency. If you're ready to tackle new challenges and make a tangible impact in the mining industry, this is the opportunity for you. Enjoy a supportive environment with benefits that prioritize your well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible benefits plan

Matching pension contributions

Employee Share Purchase program

Paid vacation

RRSP and TFSA options

Qualifications

• 5+ years in mining technical roles, including planning and operations.
• Proficient in mine planning software and maintenance systems.
• Strong understanding of safety standards and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive mine plans with the Mine Planning team.
• Optimize mine plans using advanced software and techniques.
• Conduct site visits to monitor mining progression and productivity.

Skills

Mine Planning

Reliability

Maintenance Planning

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Post-secondary education in Mining Engineering

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

MS Project

Excel

Civil CAD

Vulcan

Deswik

Job description

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Mining Engineer, Mine Planning and Operations

Apply locations Fort McMurray, AB, CA Edmonton, AB, CA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: May 24, 2025 (19 days left to apply) job requisition id R-2025-1970

Company:

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

Are you passionate about revolutionizing mining operations and eager to make a tangible impact?

Join Finning as a Mining Engineer and become a key player in optimizing mine production, maintenance, and reliability at one of our premier customer sites. You'll be at the forefront of implementing cutting-edge AHS systems and driving operational excellence. This is your chance to work alongside industry experts, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to the safe and efficient extraction of mineral resources.

If you're ready to take on new challenges and be part of a dynamic team, we want to hear from you!

Job Description:

• Collaborate with the Mine Planning team to develop comprehensive short and mid-range mine plans, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Utilize advanced software to optimize mine plans, considering equipment utilization, ore sequencing, and waste management.
• Conduct regular site visits and pit tours to monitor mining progression, identify bottlenecks, and propose adjustments for optimal productivity.
• Work with the Mine Engineering team to review and optimize design standards for the autonomous fleet.
• Integrate within the production planning, maintenance, and reliability teams to provide recommendations for daily practices on site.
• Foster strong communication with the customer's Mining Automation team to enhance planning and maintenance efficiency.
• Stay updated with industry best practices, technological advancements, and emerging trends in mine planning, maintenance, and reliability.
• Promote and ensure adherence to all safety standards and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a mining technical role, including mine planning, reliability, maintenance planning/scheduling, or operations.
• Post-secondary education in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in BC or Alberta is an asset.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as SAP, Maximo, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in using office programs like MS Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated understanding of best practices in mine design, planning, and operations.
• Knowledge of reliability centered maintenance (RCM) principles and predictive maintenance technologies.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and project management skills.
• Technical proficiency in mine planning software such as Civil CAD, Vulcan, Deswik, or similar tools.
• Commitment to safety and risk management in mining operations.

Note:

• This position will be based out of our Mildred Lake office location in Fort McMurray.
• Permanent, full-time role.
• 4 x 3, Monday – Thursday shift.
• Flexible option plan benefits with varying levels of coverage from day one.
• Matching pension contributions to help you save for the future.
• Employee Share Purchase program with matching contributions.
• RRSP and TFSA options through Sunlife.
• Paid vacation with an increasing allowance based on years of service.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do notdiscriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities.Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

About Us

About Us

Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications.

Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC,Canada.

OUR DIVISIONS

• Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT.
• Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut.
• Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia.
• Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
• Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America.
• OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America's most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.