Senior Mine Engineer

Foran Mining; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

RRSP with company match

Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Camp-based position with travel

Job summary

Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan is seeking a Senior Mine Engineer to lead the underground mine engineering team at the McIlvenna Bay site on a 14/14 rotation. The role includes supervising engineers, reviewing plans, and mentoring junior staff while supporting the Mining Superintendent and Chief Mine Engineer.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in underground hard rock mining, a B.Eng in Mining, and a P.Eng or eligibility with APEGS, with strong safety and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of underground hard rock mining experience.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Proven ability to drive safety culture and compliance.
• Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with MS 365 applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor engineering team, reviews and signs off on mine plans and schedules.
• Drive annual budget, production forecast, and life-of-mine planning.
• Collaborate with Geology and Metallurgy to optimize production scheduling and blending.
• Assess and implement new technologies to improve underground safety and productivity.
• Provide QAQC and technical support for blasting, drilling, and mining activities.
• Ensure compliance with mining regulations, environmental permits and company policies.
• Produce and review operational, production, cost and performance reports.
• Maintain standardized planning and production processes and drive continuous improvement.

Job description

Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan (TSX:ELD) is seeking a Senior Mine Engineer to join our growing McIlvenna Bay team. This is a full-time position based at the McIlvenna Bay site working a 14/14 rotation.

Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan is advancing the McIlvenna Bay project, a cornerstone asset and one of the most significant copper development projects in Canada. With commercial production expected in mid-2026, this world-class deposit contains copper, zinc, gold, and silver – key metals for the global transition to green energy. We are committed to sustainable development, environmental protection, and building strong communities. We believe in empowering our people, fostering a culture of growth, and creating opportunities for meaningful careers as we build the mines of the future.

The Senior Mine Engineer is responsible for supervising the engineering team, reviewing engineering work prior to issuance, and mentoring junior members of the engineering team. The Senior Mine Engineer will also conduct underground inspections and job observations. The role provides support to the Mining Superintendent and Chief Mine Engineer in reporting on overall mine performance and future direction.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Supervise, train, and mentor engineers and mine technicians.
• Review and approve mine engineering plans, schedules, ventilation, and dewatering plans.
• Drive annual budget, production forecast, and life-of-mine (LOM) planning activities.
• Collaborate with Geology and Metallurgy to optimize production scheduling and blending requirements.
• Support the conversion of mineral resources into mining reserves.
• Assess and implement new technologies to improve underground safety and productivity.
• Promote engineering best practices in mine design and underground infrastructure.
• Review work practices to identify and reduce operational and personnel risks.
• Provide QAQC and technical support for blasting, drilling, and mining activities.
• Ensure underground services meet site safety and operational standards.
• Ensure compliance with mining regulations, environmental permits, and company policies.
• Respond to underground operational incidents and emergencies as required.
• Foster collaboration across departments to optimize mine operations.
• Support mining reconciliation and stope reconciliation programs.
• Produce and review operational, production, cost, and performance reports.
• Develop and maintain standardized planning and production processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across site operations.
• Manage operational changes through formal change management processes.

Job Qualifications and Skills:

• Registered as a P.Eng in Saskatchewan or eligible for registration with APEGS.
• Minimum tertiary qualification in Mine Engineering (B.Eng. Mining) or equivalent.
• 7+ years of underground hard rock mining experience. Supervisory experience is considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of business and operational requirements.
• Proficiency with the Deswik mining suite including Sched, DB, CAD, and IS.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications.
• Experience with Power BI or SQL is considered an asset.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Ability to work in a dynamic mining environment and adapt to changing conditions.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and promoting a safety-first culture.
• Robust understanding of ventilation, dewatering, ground control, and underground support systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced mining environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Annual discretionary short term incentive award at a percentage of base salary, rewarding exceptional contributions to team and company success.

• Employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• RRSP with company match
• Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) with company match
• Camp-based position with travel support

Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce as we move into our next phase of growth. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to self-declare when submitting applications and resumes. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, you must be legally able to work in Canada.

The McIlvenna Bay Project site is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position and the remote work environment, candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment, which includes drug and alcohol testing, as a condition of employment.