Rock Mechanics EngineerPermanent position Position to Fill 1Code IN26-11Work location is inNunavikDeadline to apply September 24th, 2026The normal work schedule is on a
rotation of 4 weeks paid i.e., 2 weeks worked (77 hours per week, 7 days a week) followed by 2 weeks paid to rest.
Privileges & benefits - Competitive remuneration, coupled with additional benefits such as bonuses, as well as a comprehensive range of social benefits including group insurance, a generous retirement plan, telemedicine, the PAEF, and many more.
- Enriching and stimulating learning opportunities.
- A friendly, committed, and collaborative working environment.
Future challengesReporting to the Chief Mining Engineer, the Rock Mechanics Engineer will collaborate with various departments at the mining site to provide technical support in rock mechanics for underground mines operations. The candidate will be responsible for field support and instrumentation tasks. They will ensure that departmental objectives are met while promoting health and safety in their activities. The candidate will also be expected to perform the following duties:
- Apply and update the field control program;
- Monitor instrumentation in the mines;
- Conduct field control inspections in underground mines;
- Manage communications with external rock mechanics consultants for ongoing and upcoming projects;
- Prepare and update field support specifications;
- Design rehabilitation plans and additional support to ensure the stability of excavations;
- Maintain the field control register for each mine in the Nunavik Nickel project and ensure its follow-up;
- Perform any other tasks deemed necessary by the supervisor.
What we are looking for - Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or Geological Engineering;
- Member of the Ordre des Ingénieurs du Québec;
- Have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience;
- Experience in the production of magmatic deposits of nickel and copper is preferred;
- Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite and Deswik;
- Hold a valid driver's license;
- Hold a general explosives handling permit, as well as the FMTM modules (1-2-3-4-5 and 7);
- Due to frequent communication with English-speaking team members, bilingualism (French/English) is an asset to facilitate and improve internal communications.
Skills- Strong emphasis on adhering to health and safety rules and guidelines;
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships;
- Energetic, self-motivated, with a positive attitude, flexibility, versatility, and a keen sense of work organization;
- Ability to maintain optimal performance under pressure;
- Open to working in a multicultural environment and growing within a diverse team.
The masculine is used for the sole purpose of lightening the text and designates both the feminine and the masculine.
Only the selected candidates for an interview will be called.
