Goldstrike - Underground Mining Engineer II, Vent & Project

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and benefits

Stock purchase plans

Career opportunities across Barrick/BG

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines seeks an Underground Ventilation & Infrastructure Engineer II to design and install underground infrastructure across the Goldstrike operations. You will work with the Senior Engineer and planning teams to ensure a robust network for ventilation, water, power, and communications while prioritizing safety and efficiency.

The role requires a mining, civil, or mechanical engineering background, 2–3 years’ industry experience, and familiarity with Deswik and Ventsim.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mining, civil, or mechanical engineering.
• 2–3 years of industry experience preferred.
• Experience with ventilation and/or paste backfill preferred.
• Knowledge of underground mine infrastructure systems (air, water, discharge).
• Understanding of mine infrastructure requirements (air, water, power, discharge, ventilation).
• Deswik and Ventsim familiarity is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication; safety-focused.

Responsibilities

• Plan, review and monitor ventilation network using Deswik and Ventsim, plus underground inspections.
• Review infrastructure for age, functionality and maintenance needs via mapping and tests.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure standards based on equipment specs and life of development.
• Create audits and maintenance schedules with Fixed Maintenance to monitor installed infrastructure.
• Coordinate requirements for proposed infrastructure, assess mass balance and impacts.
• Communicate with stakeholders to ensure outcomes meet objectives.
• Ensure plans, budgets and schedules are developed; enforce processes and deadlines.
• Seek opportunities for professional development in support of the role.

Skills

Ventilation design

Underground infrastructure

Deswik

Ventsim

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in mining, civil, or mechanical engineering

2–3 years industry experience preferred

Tools

Deswik

Ventsim

Underground mapping software

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

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

Description

JOB 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 an Underground Ventilation & Infrastructure Engineer II to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the design and installation of underground infrastructure throughout the Goldstrike Underground operations. The Ventilation & Infrastructure Engineer reports to the Senior Engineer – Ventilation & Infrastructure, working closely with all planning horizons to ensure the functionality of a robust utility and infrastructure network (ventilation, paste, materials handling, water, compressed air, discharge, power, paste, communications, etc.). 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

• Plan, review and monitor ventilation network utilizing Deswik, Ventsim and through underground inspections / vent surveys.


• Review existing infrastructure for age, functionality and maintenance requirements through underground mapping and testing.


• Develop and maintain infrastructure standards based on equipment specifications, use, and life of development.


• Develop and maintain infrastructure audits and maintenance schedules to enable the continued monitoring of installed infrastructure through collaboration with the Fixed Maintenance department.


• Review and coordinate the requirements for proposed infrastructure and determine mass balance, impacts and shortfalls based on the Medium and Long-Term Plan.


• Communicate and interact with all relevant stakeholders throughout the work to ensure that outcomes are satisfactorily delivered, and objectives are met.


• In all works, ensure plans, budgets and schedules are sufficiently developed; management systems and processes are adequately applied; and personal attention is appropriately directed to ensure that important deadlines are met, and budget constraints are adhered to.


• Seek development opportunities in support of this role.

Qualifications

• A bachelor-degree in mining, civil, or mechanical engineering, or related field.


• 2 – 3 years of industry experience is preferred.


• Experience working with ventilation and/or paste backfill is preferred but not required.


• A basic knowledge of underground mine infrastructure systems including air, water and discharge in addition to underground electrical and communications infrastructure.


• An understanding of mine infrastructure requirements (air, water, power, discharge, ventilation, refuge, etc.)


• Exposure to Deswik and Ventsim applications considered advantageous


• Demonstrated understanding of engineering theories and principles and a demonstrated understanding of mining regulations.


• Strong presentation and verbal skills. Able to communicate ideas and recommendations in both written and verbal forms across all levels of the organization in a clear manner.


• Excellent time and productivity management skills.


• Proven ability to perform in a safe and efficient manner.

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable


• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact


• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team


• An Opportunity to transform Traditional Mining into the future of Digital Mining


• Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless


• Access to a variety of career opportunities across Barrick locations


• Barrick is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".

About The Team

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.