Title:  Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Role Summary

MAIN PURPOSE: The Senior Geotechnical Engineer is a proven leader who provides geotechnical expertise and support to the mining operation on issues of rock mechanics and ground control.

Main Responsibilities | Activities

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES:

• Lead team of geotechnical engineers, providing guidance and mentorship while promoting a high standard of safety
• Update and maintain the site Ground Control Management Plan and Crown Pillar Management Plan
• Perform inspections of underground excavations and provide recommendations on ground control and mitigation of ground issues, as required
• Provide guidance and coaching to short-term planning to ensure alignment to longer term goals pertaining to stability of underground workings
• Provide guidance to long-term planners on stope sizing, offset distances, mine sequencing, and general geotechnical recommendations to be included in Life of Mine design
• Build and interpret results of 3D stress models as required to inform ground support design, re-entry protocols, mine sequencing, and mine design
• Ensure the completion of quality control testing of ground support and backfill is completed in accordance with the Ground Control Management Plan
• Manage geotechnical instrumentation systems and associated Trigger Action Response Plans

Education, Qualifications and Experience

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, or similar field
• 8-10 years of direct experience in mining operations
• Strong understanding of the functions carried out by the geotechnical, geological, and mining engineering departments
• Strong understanding of underground mine design and planning
• A thorough understanding of rock mechanics and underground support systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Map3D, Deswik, RocScience, and Leapfrog
• Experience in underground hard rock mining is preferred