Barrick Gold Corporation

NGM - Engineering, Technical Specialist, Open Pit Mining

Barrick Gold Corporation$90K — $130K *
Elko, NV 89801In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field required.
  • 5-8 years of experience in open pit engineering preferred.
  • Proven safety leadership and excellent safety record.
  • Strong knowledge of mine operations, design principles, LOM planning, and infrastructure management.
  • Experience managing large-scale projects and leading cross-functional teams effectively.
  • Exceptional problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions for extended periods.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure technical excellence by overseeing major forecasts and LOM plans.
  • Develop and manage a technical roadmap to identify gaps and opportunities in future mining areas.
  • Drive growth projects by leading technical initiatives and collaborative project management.
  • Implement best practices through innovative technical improvements and optimized mine planning processes.
  • Utilize SME resources to solve complex technical challenges and enhance performance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and stock purchase plans.
  • Opportunity to make a significant difference and lasting impact.
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing team.
  • Endless opportunities for growth and learning with industry colleagues.
  • Access to various career opportunities across Nevada Gold Mine locations.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Description:

Our people division is growing, and we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Surface Mining Engineer to drive the technical integrity and long-term planning of our mine sites. This hybrid (75% Site Based / 25% Central Based) role you will oversee the technical aspects of mine design and schedules, cost estimation, and manage the roadmap for future mining developments and growth projects that are critical to deliver the LOM plan. By bringing a strategic, systems-driven approach, you will help shape the future of our operations, ensuring sustainability, quality, and alignment with the long-term goals of the company.

Responsibilities:
  • Ensure Technical Excellence: Exercise oversight over major forecasts and the Life of Mine (LOM) plans to ensure necessary technical rigor is applied to deliver operational success.
  • Develop and Manage LOM Technical Roadmap: Identify technical gaps and opportunities in future mining areas. Develop required work scopes and studies to ensure technical solutions align with the delivery of the LOM plan.
  • Drive Growth Projects: Lead technical initiatives and studies for LOM growth projects, ensuring timely execution through collaborative project management and cross-functional teamwork.
  • Best Practice Implementation: Identify and implement innovative technical improvements, driving operational excellence and optimizing mine planning processes. Collaborate with other technical specialists based at other sites to share developments and best practices across the organization.
  • Utilize SME Resources: Notify and engage subject matter experts as needed to address complex technical challenges and enhance performance.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mining Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience) required.
  • 5-8 years of experience in open pit engineering, with a strong background in mine planning, design, and project management, is preferred.
  • Excellent safety record and the ability to demonstrate safety leadership.
  • Deep understanding of mine operations and design principles, with a strong background in LOM planning and infrastructure management
  • Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale projects and lead cross-functional teams to achieve strategic business objectives.
  • Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work outside in varied weather conditions for extended periods.

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
  • Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless
  • Access to a variety of career opportunities across Nevada Gold Mine locations

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

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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.
Learn more about Barrick Gold Corporation
Size
21,300 employees
Market Cap
$31.1 billion
Industry
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
+7%
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