Senior Tailings Engineer - Geotechnical & Mine Waste

Stantec

Montreal

On-site

CAD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health care spending account
Wellness spending account
Group RRSP
Employee stock purchase program
TFSA
Life and AD&D insurance
Short-term/Long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support the growth of the Tailings and Mine Waste department in Montréal. This strategic position requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a solid understanding of the Canadian mining sector.

You will design TSFs and WRSFs, perform risk assessments and dam safety reviews, and contribute to closure and reclamation plans.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering
  • 10+ years of mining consulting experience
  • Expertise in tailings management
  • OIQ license with knowledge of GISTM and CDA/MAC guidelines

Responsibilities

  • Design and plan tailings storage facilities (TSFs) and water management systems
  • Conduct risk assessments, dam safety reviews, and inspections
  • Develop closure and reclamation plans in line with regulatory requirements
  • Prepare and review technical documentation and support field teams with other disciplines

Skills

Tailings design
Geotechnical engineering
Dam safety reviews
Field supervision
Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master's in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering
PhD in Geotechnical Engineering (asset)

Tools

OIQ license

Job description

Stantec is seeking an engineer specializing in mine tailings management to support the growth of the Tailings and Mine Waste department in Montréal. This strategic position requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a solid understanding of the Canadian mining sector.

You will design TSFs and WRSFs, perform risk assessments and dam safety reviews, and contribute to closure and reclamation plans.

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