Senior Geotechnical Engineer
- Employer
- FORTUNA SILVER MINES
- Location
- Séguéla (Ivory Coast)
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Dec 24, 2022
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- Category
- Engineering, Mining Production, Supervisory, Surveying
- Work Term
- Permanent
- Work Load
- Full Time
- Language
- English
Roxgold is a West African subsidiary of Fortuna Silver Mines is currently in the construction phase of their pit gold mine, located in Séguéla - Côte D’Ivoire.
Séguéla will become Fortuna’s fifth mine with the first gold pour projected by mid-2023. The mine has compelling economics, with a nine-year mine life in reserves with potential for further growth. The initial six years are expected to report 130,000 ounces of gold production annually. With the total initial capital investment of $173.5 million, the anticipated construction schedule is approximately 20 months and ramp-up to name plate capacity of 3,750 tpd is expected in the third quarter of 2023.
Ivory Coast is the largest economy in the West African Economic and Monetary Union, constituting 40% of the monetary union's total GDP. Ivory Coast is the fourth-largest exporter of general goods in sub-Saharan Africa (following South Africa, Nigeria, and Angola).
All these investments contribute to the economic growth of this touristic country in full development with a guaranteed security across the country.
Working Conditions/Environment
- This position operates on a FIFO 6/3 roster working 12-hour days based at the Séguéla Gold Project in Côte D’Ivoire. The Senior Geotechnical Engineer will Undertake geotechnical work that supports the development and implementation of medium and long term mine plan Travel between Côte D’Ivoire and point of hire is undertaken within company time. Accommodation on site is provided in an ensuite room in a modern camp with good facilities.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
- Process, analyses and model geotechnical rock mass and monitoring data to understand the rock mass and its response to mining for purposes of excavation stability, mine design optimization and mine performance Implement best practice in geotechnical engineering, mine design and mining operations to ensure safety and business objectives are achieved Assist in identifying, defining, and solving complex problems and risks that are, or have the potential to impact the overall productivity as part of a multi-disciplinary geoscience team Provide senior technical leadership, coaching and mentoring of geotechnical professionals to develop individual and team capabilities. Develop scope for stability assessment projects and engage and manage consultants to deliver on time, on budget, and in full Other duties as directed
Job Requirements
- Bachelor qualified in Geotechnical, Geological, Mining or Civil Engineering or related qualification. Minimum 10 years of experience working in the mining sector required Experience which includes geotechnical design and rock characterization Demonstrated experience in slope stability analysis.
Application & Deadline
Applicants may submit their CVs and expressions of interest, detailing the relevant position of interest in object to warecruitment@fortuna.com
Should you be interested in further Information on Roxgold SANGO/Fortuna Silver Mines and the Séguéla Project please visit the Fortuna Silver Mines website at www.fortunasilver.com.
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