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Turquoise Ridge - Underground Mine Engineer II

Nevada Gold Mines · Winnemucca, NV · 3 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Production reporting of mine physicals, track site KPIs and evaluate opportunities for improvement
  • Accountable for the mine design and mine planning, both short and long range
  • Complete regular audits of site to ensure compliance to standards and look for opportunities to improve efficiencies
  • Work closely with geology/exploration to plan and complete exploration and in-fill drilling in advance of mining, and complete mine-to-mill reconciliation
  • Responsible for the design and as-built layouts of all mine development and services for the Underground
  • Create and monitor site forecasts and budgets
  • Provide focused review of site deliverables to ensure completeness, clarity and accuracy, prepare presentations and reports as required
  • Cook up with mine operations to ensure plan compliance and to minimize disruptions

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent required
  • A minimum of 3 to 5 years of underground Mining Engineering experience preferred
  • Demonstrated understanding of engineering theories and principles and a demonstrated knowledge of US engineering standards and mining regulations preferred
  • Strong presentation and verbal skills required
  • Excellent time and productivity management skills
  • Excellent computer skills including: Microsoft Office, Vulcan, Deswik, Ventsim
  • Proven ability to perform in a safe and efficient manner

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent required
  • A minimum of 3 to 5 years of underground Mining Engineering experience preferred
  • Demonstrated understanding of engineering theories and principles and a demonstrated knowledge of US engineering standards and mining regulations preferred
  • Strong presentation and verbal skills required
  • Excellent time and productivity management skills
  • Excellent computer skills including: Microsoft Office, Vulcan, Deswik, Ventsim
  • Proven ability to perform in a safe and efficient manner

Skills

  • Strong presentation and verbal skills
  • Excellent time and productivity management skills
  • Excellent computer skills including: Microsoft Office, Vulcan, Deswik, Ventsim
  • Proven ability to perform in a safe and efficient manner

Benefits

  • 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!

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to support shift work requirements.

About the Role

We are seeking an Underground Engineer II to join our team at the Turquoise Ridge operation. This position involves executing some aspects of small and medium-sized projects, including planning, justification, engineering, and design. The successful candidate will be accountable for mine design and planning, as well as ensuring site compliance and efficiency improvements. They will also be responsible for designing and maintaining mine layouts, forecasting and budgeting, and coordinating with mine operations to maintain plan compliance and minimize disruptions.

About Us

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combines 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 annually and comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities, hosting three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. 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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