Geotechnical Engineer

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited

$80K — $100K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Geological or Mining Engineering with a focus on geotechnical engineering or rock mechanics.
  • Eligibility for registration as an EIT or Professional Engineer in Ontario.
  • Mapping and core logging experience is a plus.
  • Familiarity with geological and mine planning software, including Rocscience equivalents, is beneficial.
  • Experience in wall control blasting and open pit ground control is preferred.
  • Previous experience at a remote mine site is advantageous.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications, particularly Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct daily inspections of pit and waste dump slopes.
  • Generate technical reports as needed.
  • Update standard operating procedures related to ground control as necessary.
  • Inspect and validate compliance with wall and slope design.
  • Prepare weekly ground control plans and monthly hazard maps, including risk analysis.
  • Collect and compile geotechnical data through various methods such as mapping and core logging.
  • Plan and manage remediation projects for ground support and geotechnical hazards.

Benefits

  • 14/14 work schedule at the Detour Lake Mine.
  • Complimentary onsite accommodations and meals provided.
Full Job Description
YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Reporting to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will be part of the Technical Services Department. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle's values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

  • Conducting daily inspections of general conditions for pit and waste dump slopes;


  • Generate technical reports as required;


  • Generate and update SOPs associated with ground control as required;


  • Inspect and sign off on wall compliance and slope design;


  • Prepare weekly ground control plans, monthly hazard maps, risk analysis and risk mitigation;


  • Collection and compilation of geotechnical data via mapping, photogrammetry, core logging, and visual observation;


  • Perform wall and bench reconciliation and wall control blast performance assessment;


  • Plan and manage ground support and geotechnical hazard remediation projects;


  • Review and interpret monitoring data and assist with development of monitoring systems on the site;


  • Assist with development and updating geotechnical models;


  • Perform geotechnical investigations and inspections;


  • Confirm ground control plans are being followed in the field.


WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

  • Bachelor's Degree in Geological Engineering or Mining Engineering with a specialization in geotechnical engineering and/or rock mechanics;


  • Eligible for registration as an EIT or Professional Engineer in Ontario;


  • Mapping and core logging experience is considered an asset;


  • Familiarity with geological, mine planning, and Rocscience equivalent software are considered an asset;


  • Experience in wall control blast and open pit ground control is considered an asset;


  • Experience working at a remote mine site is considered an asset;


  • Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications, especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint.


YOUR WORK SCHEDULE:

  • Schedule: 14/14 schedule at our Detour Lake Mine;


  • Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee.


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