Goldstrike - Underground Mining Engineer II, Vent & Project

Careermine; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock purchase plans

Bonuses

Career opportunities across Barrick

Safe work environment

Job summary

Barrick is seeking an Underground Ventilation & Infrastructure Engineer II to join the Goldstrike operations in Elko, NV. You will design and install underground infrastructure across ventilation, water, power and communications, working with Deswik and Ventsim tools.

The role reports to the Senior Engineer and supports safe, efficient operations. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in mining, civil, or mechanical engineering and 2–3 years of relevant experience, with familiarity in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mining, civil, or mechanical engineering, or related field.
• 2–3 years of industry experience preferred.
• Experience with ventilation and/or paste backfill preferred but not required.
• Understanding underground mine infrastructure systems (air, water, discharge, power, communications).
• Familiarity with Deswik and Ventsim applications is advantageous.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Commitment to safety and productive work practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, review and monitor ventilation network using Deswik and Ventsim; conduct underground inspections.
• Review infrastructure for age, functionality and maintenance requirements; map underground systems.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure standards based on equipment specifications and life of development.
• Maintain infrastructure audits and maintenance schedules with Fixed Maintenance collaboration.
• Coordinate infrastructure requirements and determine mass balance, impacts and shortfalls from planning horizons.
• Communicate with stakeholders to ensure outcomes are delivered and objectives met.
• Ensure plans, budgets and schedules are developed and adhered to; apply management systems.
• Seek development opportunities in support of this role.

Skills

Verbal skills

Presentation

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Education

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

Tools

Deswik

Ventsim

Job description

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.

Job Schedule Full time

Job Category Underground Mining

Locations Elko, NV, United States