Senior Mine Engineer

Alamos Gold Inc.; Lynn Lake; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamos Gold Inc. in Manitoba seeks a Senior Mine Engineer to lead strategic mine planning, drill and blast design, budgeting, and technical projects at the Lynn Lake Gold Project.

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, you will mentor Engineering-in-Training staff and collaborate with Mine Operations, Technical Services and site leadership to optimize performance. You bring a university degree in Mining Engineering, a P.Eng.

Qualifications

• Requires a university degree in Mining Engineering and P.Eng. eligibility or designation.
• Minimum 8 years of open-pit mine engineering experience.
• Strong planning, budgeting, and operational optimization skills.
• Proficiency with mine planning/design software (MinePlan/Deswik) and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead short-, medium-, and long-range mine planning.
• Supervise drill and blast design activities.
• Oversee budgeting, life-of-mine planning, and reporting.
• Lead design initiatives including waste dump, haul roads, and void modelling.
• Coach and develop Engineering-in-Training staff.

Skills

Mine planning

Mine design

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Team mentoring

Education

University degree in Mining Engineering

P.Eng. designation or eligibility

Tools

MinePlan

Deswik

Power BI

Fleet management systems

Job description

Alamos Gold is a Canadian-based intermediate gold producer with diversified operations across North America and a commitment to operational excellence, sustainable development, safety, and responsible mining practices. The company operates producing mines in Canada and Mexico and maintains a strong portfolio of development and exploration projects.

The Lynn Lake Gold Project is a key growth project for Alamos Gold in northern Manitoba, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a developing operation while working in a culture focused on safety, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Senior Mine Engineer

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Mine Planning and Operational Excellence!

Are you passionate about mine engineering, strategic planning, and operational optimization? Do you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced mining environment where your technical expertise and leadership can directly influence business success? If you are an experienced mining professional who excels in mine planning, drill and blast design, and team development, we want you on our team.

Role Overview

As Senior Mine Engineer, you will play a strategic role in supporting the successful development and execution of mining operations at the Lynn Lake Gold Project. Reporting to the Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for leading mine planning, drill and blast design, surveying activities, budgeting initiatives, and technical projects. Working closely with Mine Operations, Technical Services, and site leadership, you will help drive operational performance while mentoring the next generation of mining professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Mine Planning Leadership: Oversee the development and execution of short, medium, and long-range mine plans, while contributing to annual budgeting and life-of-mine planning activities.
• Drill & Blast Management: Supervise drilling and blasting design activities, ensuring compliance with company standards, procedures, and operational objectives.
• Operational Support & Strategy: Provide technical direction and recommendations to Mine Operations in alignment with strategic business and operational plans.
• Technical Engineering & Project Work: Lead mine design initiatives including waste dump development, stockpile design, haul road design, underground void modelling, and continuous improvement projects.
• Leadership & Mentoring: Coach, mentor, and develop Engineering-in-Training (EIT) team members while fostering a culture of learning, accountability, and technical excellence.
• Reporting & Performance Analysis: Support end-of-month reconciliation activities and prepare quarterly and annual technical reports and presentations for site leadership.

What You Bring To The Table

• University degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility to obtain registration within six months.
• Minimum of eight years of open-pit mine engineering experience.
• Strong mine planning and mine design experience, including budgeting, strategic planning, and operational optimization.
• Proficiency with mine planning and design software such as MinePlan and Deswik is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with Fleet Management Systems, production reporting systems, and analytical tools such as Power BI.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working around historic underground voids is considered an asset.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an organization that values safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the development of one of Canada's most exciting mining projects.
• Gain exposure to strategic mine planning, project development, and operational leadership opportunities.
• Work alongside experienced technical professionals and leaders committed to operational excellence.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Working Conditions

• Site-based role located at the Lynn Lake Mine in Lynn Lake, Manitoba.
• Rotational schedule of 14 days on / 14 days off.
• Combination of office-based technical work and field interaction with operational teams.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work extended periods at a computer workstation performing technical analysis and mine planning.
• Ability to travel throughout active mining areas and conduct field inspections.
• Capability to work in varying weather and site conditions as required.

Travel & Accommodation

• Company-provided travel and accommodations in accordance with site and corporate policies.
• Fly-in/Fly-out or rotational travel arrangements may be available based on employee location and company policy.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today and help drive the future success of the Lynn Lake Gold Project through strategic mine planning, technical excellence, and leadership development.

This is an existing vacancy.

The expected salary range for this role is intended to support transparency and informed decision making. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

Alamos Gold Inc. may use artificial intelligence to initially screen or assess applicants for this position with respect to mandatory job requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Alamos Gold Inc. is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible environment for all third parties and will provide accommodation where required in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.