Supervisor Engineer, Mine Design & Planning, Red Chris Block Cave

Newmont Corporation; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health & dental benefits

Lodge accommodations

Meals provided at lodge

Rotational schedules

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Newmont Corporation seeks a Supervisor Engineer, Mine Design & Planning to lead underground mine planning activities at Red Chris Mine in British Columbia. You will mentor engineers and coordinate with geology, geotechnical, and operations teams to ensure safe, efficient planning and execution.

The role requires 6+ years in underground mining, a Mine Engineering degree with P.Eng eligibility, and proficiency with Deswik CAD/Sched/MDM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering with P.Eng. designation or eligibility in BC
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive underground mining experience, with focus on planning
• Ability to lead and mentor technical teams and build collaborative relationships across disciplines
• Experience with Deswik suite for mine design, scheduling, and data management
• Ability to review and approve technical mine engineering documents and manage risk

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor mine engineers across planning, drill & blast, ventilation, and projects
• Oversee short- and long-range mine planning, layouts, and scheduling
• Coordinate with geology, geotechnical and operations teams to align plans with targets
• Monitor performance, analyze variances, and prepare planning reports for decision-making
• Review development layouts, drill plans, blast plans and ventilation surveys
• Identify opportunities to improve practices, productivity, and cost performance

Skills

Leadership & mentorship

Mine planning

Drill & blast

Ventilation planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering

P.Eng. designation or eligibility (British Columbia)

Tools

Deswik CAD

Deswik Sched

Deswik MDM

Job description

Workplace Type: Onsite

Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.

Located in the heart of Tahltan Territory in northwest British Columbia, Red Chris Mine is a copper-gold operation with a bright future ahead.

At Red Chris, our people are at the center of what we do. We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace where people can build their careers, develop their skills, and contribute to something meaningful.

Our work is guided by Newmont's values: Be Always Safe, Care Deeply, Deliver Responsibly and Improve Daily. We work collaboratively with our workforce, the Tahltan Nation, local communities, and our partners to create lasting value and support opportunities across the region.

Whether you are an experienced mining professional or looking to take the next step in your career, Red Chris offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team and a significant transformation in the future of mining in northwest B.C.

At Red Chris Mine, we’re building more than a mine — we’re building a sustainable workforce and operational model to support the future for our people, our communities and the region. When you join the Red Chris team, you become part of a workplace that values safety, respect, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Your Impact

As a Supervisor Engineer, Mine Design & Planning, you'll lead mine planning activities to support production goals and regulatory requirements, while providing technical guidance and mentorship to mine engineers. You'll help coordinate safe, effective underground mine plans while working across mine planning, geology, geotechnical and operations teams.

As Part of Our Team, You Will

• Lead and mentor mine engineers across mine planning, drill and blast, ventilation and project activities, supporting a collaborative and productive team environment.
• Oversee short- and long-range mine planning, including mine layouts, sequencing and scheduling, to support safe and efficient underground mining activities.
• Collaborate with geology, geotechnical and mine operations teams to ensure mine plans align with production targets and broader operational objectives.
• Monitor performance against mine plans, analyze variances and develop corrective actions, forecasts and planning reports to support operational decision-making.
• Review technical mine engineering work, including development layouts, drill plans, blast plans and ventilation surveys, while maintaining planning procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve mining practices, productivity, efficiency and cost performance while proactively managing operational risks.

Requirements for Success in This Role

• Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering or a related discipline, with a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration in British Columbia.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in underground mining, with a focus on mine planning and development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor technical teams, foster a collaborative work environment, and build effective relationships across mine engineering and operational disciplines.
• Proficiency with Deswik CAD, Deswik Sched and Deswik MDM, combined with a strong understanding of short- and long-range mine planning, drill and blast, ventilation and projects.
• Ability to review and approve technical mine engineering documents, with competency in risk management and business improvement principles and practices.
• Experience across both engineering and mine operations is preferred; project and/or contract management experience is an asset.
• Ability to adapt to a remote mine-site environment, including camp life and extreme weather conditions.

Why Work at Red Chris Mine?

Competitive Compensation

• Competitive wages and salary packages
• Performance-based rewards, where applicable
• Short-Term and Long-Term Incentive programs, where applicable
• Opportunities for additional premiums and allowances depending on the role

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Retirement and savings programs
• Employee and family support resources
• Wellness initiatives and programs

Lodge & Site Amenities

• Comfortable lodge accommodations
• Meals and food services provided at lodge
• Recreational and common areas
• Access to site amenities designed to support your wellbeing while at lodge

Travel & Time Off

• Site travel arrangements for eligible employees
• Rotational schedules that provide extended time away from site
• Paid vacation and statutory holidays, based on employment terms \

Learning & Career Development

• Training and development opportunities
• Support for building skills and advancing your career
• Opportunities to work alongside experienced mining professionals
• Exposure to a modern mining operation and the development of the Red Chris Block Cave project

JOIN A TEAM THAT INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE

The expected salary range for this role is CAD$$105,800.00 - $$176,400.00 year. This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia.

The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, skills and/or experience, and will not be based on a candidate’s pay history. Further, in accordance with applicable law, Newmont will not seek information regarding a candidate’s pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont during the recruitment process.

At Newmont, our people are our strength and we're committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you're passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining.

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