Fourmile - Geotechnical Engineer II
Responsibilities
- Independently perform work which involves visual inspections of the underground mining activities to identify ground hazards, provide recommendations and monitor excavation performance.
- Audit adherence to the Ground Control standards and maintain the ground support QA/QC program, such as rockbolt pull-testing and strength testing of shotcrete and backfill.
- Utilize rock mechanics properties to design ground support as needed.
- Collect, analyze, and report on geotechnical monitoring data and maintain databases.
- Assist with ground control safety training programs.
- Provide support with geotechnical related projects, as necessary.
- Perform geotechnical mapping underground and geotechnical core logging for specific drill programs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Engineering or Science degree in Mining, Civil, Geological or Geotechnical Engineering or related Engineering discipline required.
- Previous underground Geotechnical Experience or underground internships required.
- Previous experience performing detailed geotechnical core logging preferred.
- Familiarization with mining software packages (preferably Deswik) preferred.
- Team leadership, problem solving, and excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills required.
- Flexibility in work hours for on-call and call-outs, as needed preferred.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently required.
- Strong communication and team fostering skills required.
About the Role
The successful candidate supports the Senior Project Geotechnical Engineer and Project Manager with the safe delivery of the feasibility study, critically assessing the technical, economic, and financial aspects of the proposed Fourmile project. Assist in the development of a world class underground asset from pre-feasibility through to operation.
Benefits
Comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
What We Can Offer You
Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless.
About Us
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.
About The Team
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.