Specialist, Backfill

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Rankin Inlet; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Specialist, Backfill in Kivalliq Region. You will coordinate backfilling activities, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing data and stakeholder collaboration. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of underground hard rock mining experience and proficiency in mine design software. This position includes 14 days of work followed by 14 days off, with accommodations and meals provided on-site.

Benefits

Accommodations provided

Meals provided

Charter flights to and from the mine site

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in underground hard rock mining.
• 1+ years of experience with mine backfill, preferably with Cemented Paste Backfill and Cemented Rock Fill.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate backfilling operations among all stakeholders.
• Prepare plans and analyze data prior to and after paste pouring.
• Compile and verify production data, producing KPI reports.

Skills

Underground hard rock mining experience

Mine backfill experience

Strong Microsoft Office skills

Mine design/planning software knowledge

Education

Membership in a Canadian Engineering society

Tools

Deswik

Job description

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Job Description - Specialist, Backfill (MEL01510)

Specialist, Backfill MEL01510 WHAT DOES AGNICO EAGLE VALUE?

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

ABOUT OUR OPERATION

Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada’s largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

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YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Reporting to the Engineering Coordinator, you will be part of the Engineering Department. You will be responsible for backfilling coordination, planning activities and optimization. You will act as the liaison between the Engineering, Mine Operations & the Process Plant departments regarding all backfilling related activities. You will ensure that the goals, and objectives are achieved, while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s culture, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

• Work with the Underground planners to plan all backfilling activities;
• Compile and verify production data in Centric. Consolidate data and produce the various KPI reports;
• Prepare all plans and notes prior to paste pouring and analyze the data once pouring is completed;
• Coordinate backfilling operations among all the several stakeholders;
• Collaborate with all the departments involved to ensure safe and efficient operations;
• Ensure quality acceptance and quality control of the backfill during and after the deposition;
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement in safety and productivity;
• Perform backfill studies and analysis with suppliers and consultants to optimize the process;
• 4+ years of experience in underground hard rock mining;
• 1+ years of experience with mine backfill (experience with Cemented Paste Backfill and Cemented Rock Fill an asset);
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and mine design/planning software (Deswik an asset);
• Member of a Canadian Engineering society and eligible to NAPEG membership (for Engineers).

Note that the official working language at Meliadine is English.

Your Work Schedule:

Schedule: 14 days of work, followed by 14 days for transportation and rest;

Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee. Agnico Eagle provides charter flights to and from the mine site and will accommodate to cover other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Canada.