10 years of experience in the mining or related industry preferred
Strong oral and written communication skills required
Ability to work effectively in a team required
Responsibilities
Conduct critical reviews of site investigation plans and engineering designs for Tailings and Heap Leach Facilities
Stay updated on geotechnical engineering practices for earth structures
Promote standardization of engineering practices across NGM operations
Ensure compliance with Nevada regulatory requirements
Review and act upon recommendations from Dam Safety Inspections and Assurance Reviews
Prepare for and participate in Independent Third-Party Reviews
Conduct regular performance reviews of NGM sites
Verify designs to meet standards considering facility failure consequences
Calibrate facility water and depositional balances
Incorporate reclamation requirements into facility design
Set quantitative performance objectives for facilities and report progress
Complete facility inspections and reviews
Maintain communication with NGM site and corporate personnel on geotechnical and environmental issues
Ensure facilities operate to design intent
Ensure design documents align with operational and closure performance requirements
Manage document control, change management, and contractor management
Mentor and develop site-based engineers
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks
401k retirement plan with employer contribution and match
Paid time off
Company-sponsored medical clinics
Company match share purchase program
Dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team environment
Full Job Description
Job Description
Position Description:
Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Tailings and Heap Leach Specialist at our Cortez operation.
Responsibilities:
Conduct critical review of site investigation plans, technical report, engineering designs and construction drawings and specifications for Tailings and Heap Leach Facilities
Stay up-to-date with the state of practice in geotechnical engineering applicable to the design and construction of earth structures
Assist in promoting and developing standardizations of engineering practices across NGM operations and projects in relation to tailings and heap leach facilities management, stewardship and site monitoring and surveillance.
Assist and ensure site's compliance with regulatory requirements in Nevada
Review the Dam Safety Inspections, Dam Safety Reviews and Assurance Reviews and ensure that the recommendations are acted upon
Assist the sites in preparing for the Independent Third-Party Reviews, attend the scheduled reviews and ensure that the recommendations are acted upon
Conduct regular performance reviews of the different NGM sites and as needed
Design verification to meet standard with consideration to facility failure consequence
Ensure facility water and depositional balances are in place and calibrated
Ensure reclamation requirements are included in facility design
Designate quantitative performance objectives for each facility and report on progress
Ensure facility inspections and reviews are completed
Maintain regular communication with qualified NGM site and corporate personnel for specialist reviews of geotechnical, hydrological, hydrogeological, and environmental issues
Ensure tailings and heap leach facilities are operated to design intent
Ensure design process and documents submitted by the Engineer of Record are consistent with the construction, operation, and closure performance requirements of the tailing's storage or heap facilities
Ensure compliance with management systems including:
Document control integrity
Management of change
Contractor management
Mentor, train and develop site-based engineers
Perform other duties as required
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering or related engineering degree or equivalent experience preferred
Knowledge of Tailings and Heap leach operations and construction required
10 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.
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.
About Barrick Gold Corporation
Barrick Gold Corporation is a mining company that specializes in the production of gold and copper. The company was founded in 1983 by Peter Munk and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Barrick Gold operates mines and advanced exploration and development projects on five continents. The company's main focus is on gold, but it also produces copper. Barrick Gold is committed to responsible mining practices and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact and improve the lives of people in the communities where it operates. The company has faced criticism in the past for its environmental and social practices, but has taken steps to address these concerns.
