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Elko Business Office - Senior Underground Mine Planning Engineer

Employer
Barrick Gold
Location
Elko, NV, United States
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Nov 4, 2022

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Category
Accounting, Engineering, Mining Production
Work Term
Permanent
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English
Position Description:

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Senior Underground Engineer with our centralized Growth and Planning Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right motivated, growth-oriented individual who wants an influential thought-leadership role at the world's largest gold mining complex

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities

Responsibilities:
  • Engage with multiple operating departments to develop and improve mid and long-range plans that optimize efficiency and provide cost reduction opportunities
  • Assist in standardization of mine planning and budgeting practices across NGM, working with site teams to continuously improve.
  • Collaborate with sites on improvement projects and build relationships through regular site visits.
  • Provide technical assistance to sites to upskill engineering teams and bridge short term skill gaps.
  • Assist in guidance and review of reserves reports
  • Conduct evaluations of mine production, geological and processing data to optimize budget models and identify continuous improvement opportunities
  • Ensure that all safety, environmental, productivity and quality targets are accounted for in the plans that are developed and adjusted - plans must comply with MSHA regulations, Federal, and State mine permits
  • Provide documents and reports required for mine permit modifications, overseeing specialty work required to prepare those documents and continuously develop capability with the goal of minimizing the need for external specialized support
  • Execute work ensuring that neither safety nor the environment is compromised
Qualifications:
  • B.S. in Mining Engineering or related field required
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in underground engineering required
  • Excellent safety record with the ability to demonstrate safety leadership required
  • Deswik mine design and scheduling experience required
  • Team leadership, problem solving, and excellent verbal and written communication skills required
  • Ability to cross-train within the mining engineering group required
  • Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of this job required
  • Registered Member of the SME or PEng preferred
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.
  • Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
  • Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
  • Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
About Nevada Gold Mines:

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.

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