Elko - Senior Tailings and Heap Leach Engineer

Barrick Gold Corporation; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement plan with employer-mat

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Barrick Gold Corporation in Elko, NV seeks a Senior Tailings and Heap Leach Engineer to lead design, operation, monitoring and closure of tailings storage and heap leach facilities at the Carlin Complex. You will work with diverse teams to ensure regulatory compliance and safety, with focus on data analysis and fieldwork.

Qualifications include a BS in engineering, knowledge of tailings and heap leach operations and 2–5 years of mining experience.

Qualifications

• B.S. in geological, civil or mining engineering or related field as required.
• Knowledge of tailings and heap leach operations is required.
• Water management and water balance modeling preferred.
• 2–5 years of mining or related industry experience preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Ability to work in a team is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead tailings and heap leach facility management in the Carlin Complex.
• Conduct regular inspections and monitoring of TSFs and HLFs.
• Develop and implement tailings management plans aligned with GISTM.
• Collaborate with operating teams, mining engineers, environmental specialists and consultants.
• Review monitoring data (groundwater, seepage, settlement) for stability.
• Support reclamation, closure planning and water balance modeling efforts.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Fieldwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geological/Civil/Mining Engineering or related

Job description

Elko - Senior Tailings and Heap Leach Engineer

Elko, NV, United States

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Job Description

Position Description:

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Tailing and Heap Leach Engineer.. As an Engineer specializing in Tailings and Heap Leach Management, you will play a crucial role to ensure that the design, construction, operation, monitoring, and closure of tailings storage facilities (TSFs) and heap leach facilities (HLFs) at the Carlin Complex are following regulatory requirements, the Barrick Tailings and Heap Leach Management Standards, and the Global Industry Standard on Tailing Management (GISTM). Your responsibilities will involve a combination of technical expertise, fieldwork, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities:

• A strong health and safety leader that strives for personal and site-wide excellence.
• Conduct regular inspections and monitoring of TSFs and HLFs
• Contribute to the development and implementation of tailings management plans, and standard operating procedures, aligning them with GISTM guidelines.
• Work closely with operating teams, mining engineers, environmental specialists, outside consultants, and Engineers of Record to ensure effective facility management.
• Review and interpret monitoring data: groundwater levels, seepage, settlement, and other relevant parameters to ensure stability and performance of TSFs and HLFs
• Effectively communicate geotechnical findings, conclusions and recommendations to Process, Mine Operations and Engineering personnel.
• Manage geotechnical drilling investigation programs.
• Provide input and support during the reclamation and closure of TSFs or HLFs that have reached the end of their mine life.
• Provide regular updates on water and mass balance modeling results to inform decision-making and optimize fluid management strategies around TSFs and HLFs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary teams to address challenges and find innovative solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or related engineering degree or equivalent experience required
• Knowledge of Tailings and Heap leach operations and construction required
• Knowledge of water management practice and water balance modeling preferred
• 2 to 5 years of experience in the mining or related industry preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills required
• Ability to work in a team required

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 240150
• Job Category Processing
• Posting Date 09/09/2026, 10:26 PM
• Apply Before 09/30/2026, 07:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time