Geotechnical Superintendent - Tailings & Heap Leach Lead

Careermine; Carlin (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Career opportunities

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Geotechnical Superintendent - Tailings and Heap Leach for the Carlin operation. You will safely oversee geotechnical design, reviews, and compliance for tailings and heap leach facilities to meet standards and regulatory requirements.

You will coordinate with engineers, consultants, and site teams, mentor site-based engineers, and drive risk mitigation and standardization across projects. A PE designation is preferred and experience in mining is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in geological, civil or mining engineering or related field.
• Geotechnical/civil engineering experience required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Ability to work in a team and mentor engineers.

Responsibilities

• Review site investigation plans, technical reports, designs and drawings for Tailings and Heap Leach facilities.
• Stay updated on geotechnical practice for earth structures design and construction.
• Promote standardization of engineering practices across operations and projects.
• Ensure regulatory compliance in Nevada and respond to inspections and reviews.
• Oversee dam safety reviews and third-party review preparations and follow-up.

Skills

Geotechnical/Civil engineering

Team work

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

BS in Geological/Civil/Mining Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer designation (preferred)

Job description

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Geotechnical Superintendent - Tailings and Heap Leach for the Carlin operation. You will safely oversee geotechnical design, reviews, and compliance for tailings and heap leach facilities to meet standards and regulatory requirements.

You will coordinate with engineers, consultants, and site teams, mentor site-based engineers, and drive risk mitigation and standardization across projects. A PE designation is preferred and experience in mining is required.