Senior Mining Engineer

JDS Group of Companies; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

JDS Group of Companies in Calgary is seeking a Senior Mining Engineer to support Project Managers with open pit and underground mine engineering, design, planning, and operating and capital cost estimation. This role spans desktop studies to NI 43-101 compliant reports and includes technical reviews and operational support.

The successful candidate will design mine infrastructure, lead junior engineers, and present findings clearly to clients, with strong communication and problem-solving

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level mining engineering and design services for underground and open pit mine studies, including scoping, prefeasibility, feasibility, and detailed design.
• Prepare mining equipment specifications and assist with mining equipment procurement.
• Prepare technical specifications based on input from other disciplines.
• Prepare and contribute to technical memos and NI 43-101 compliant reports.
• Design mine infrastructure, ventilation systems, backfill systems, and mining services.
• Lead and mentor junior engineering staff.
• Present and communicate findings concisely to diverse audiences and clients.
• Self-reliant and adaptable to change; creative in providing solutions.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills; make quality decisions.

Job description

Senior Mining Engineer

The Senior Mining Engineer will support Project Managers by completing open pit and underground mine engineering, design, planning, and operating and capital cost estimation. The Senior Mining Engineer will be assigned to a multitude of projects, including technical studies ranging from desktop studies to NI 43-101 compliant technical reports, technical project and due diligence reviews, and operational assistance.

Promote and adhere to the JDS Way:

• Accept No Mediocrity
• Conduct Business Professionally, Ethically, and Practically
• Be True to Our Word
• Uphold the Highest Standard of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability
• Maintain Open and Honest Communication both internally and with customers
• Ensure No Harm to People, Environment, Assets, or Reputation

Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level mining engineering and design services for underground and open pit mine studies, including scoping, prefeasibility, feasibility, detailed design, and NI 43-101 technical reports
• Prepare mining equipment specifications and assist with mining equipment procurement
• Prepare technical specifications based on input received from other disciplines
• Prepare and contribute to technical memos and reports within areas of expertise
• Prepare detailed mining CAPEX and OPEX cost estimatesDesign mine infrastructure, ventilation systems, backfill systems, and mining services
• Lead and mentor junior engineering staff
• Present and communicate findings in a concise manner to a wide range of audiences and clients
• Self-reliant and adaptable to change
• Creative and innovative in providing solutions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to make quality decisions