Geotech Superintendent: Open Pit, Dumps & Tailings

Careermine; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental, vision

401k retirement plan with employer

Paid time off

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Geotechnical Superintendent to lead geotechnical oversight across open pit slopes, dumps, tailings, and heap leach facilities. You will guide design, operation, monitoring, and life-cycle management to ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role requires directing monitoring programs, reviewing engineering designs, and collaborating with Mine Planning, Operations, and Engineering to integrate geotechnical considerations into mine plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Geotechnical-related engineering discipline (required).
• Ten years of mining geotechnical experience preferred (often expected).
• Experience with open pit slope stability, tailings, and heap leach facilities (required).
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills (required).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for geotechnical management of open pit slopes and dumps to ensure safe operations.
• Establish and manage geotechnical monitoring and risk programs for each facility.
• Review designs, reports, and investigations for compliance with standards and site requirements.
• Oversee slope performance, ground conditions, and stability analyses across facilities.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Open pit slope stability

Risk management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geotechnical/Geological/Mining Engineering

Job description

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Geotechnical Superintendent to lead geotechnical oversight across open pit slopes, dumps, tailings, and heap leach facilities. You will guide design, operation, monitoring, and life-cycle management to ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role requires directing monitoring programs, reviewing engineering designs, and collaborating with Mine Planning, Operations, and Engineering to integrate geotechnical considerations into mine plans.