Principal Engineer, Projects

Excellent opportunity to continue your career with an established industry leaderReceive a competitive salary and a wide host of benefitsDevelop yourself professionally and contribute to a growing organizationAbout the OrganizationLake Shore Gold, a subsidiary of Pan American Silver, is located in Timmins, Ontario. The Bell Creek Complex located approximately 20 kilometers northeast of Timmins, Ontario, consists of an underground mine and processing facility. Mineralization is associated with the Porcupine-Destor fault system within the Abitibi greenstone belt, with ore mined by narrow vein longhole stoping methods. Ore is then transported to surface via a modern one thousand eighty metre deep shaft capable of forty-eight hundred tonnes per day.The Timmins West mine is located approximately 18 kilometers west of Timmins, Ontario, one of the world’s most prolific gold camps. Mineralization is associated with the Porcupine-Destor fault system within the Abitibi greenstone belt. The Timmins West mine is comprised of the Timmins deposit, the Thunder Creek deposit, and the 144 Gap deposit. All three deposits are interconnected by underground drifts.For more information, please visit ourwebsite.About Timmins, OntarioTimmins is a vibrant community of 45,000 residents that is a central hub for Northeastern Ontario. People can enjoy recreational activities such as camping, world class fishing, nature, and snowmobile trails. Direct flights to Toronto are available at the local airport via multiple carriers. There are many support networks in the community including the local Timmins and District Hospital, local sports leagues for children and adults (hockey, baseball, basketball, etc.), golf courses, both cross-country and downhill ski resorts, a community pool, and many other community events that provide entertainment throughout the year - fairs, carnivals, concerts, and moreAbout the OpportunityWe are looking to hire a Principal Engineer, Projects to join our Timmins Operations in Timmins, ON, on a full-time basis. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 8 hrs/day or 4 on, 3 off, 10hrs/day.Please note that this is not a camp-based position.In this role, you will be responsible in advancing projects within the company’s pipeline to the execution stage. The Principal Engineer, Projects is also responsible for reporting on the progress of these projects. Regular update presentations to the senior management group as well as corporate personnel are required, therefore excellent communication methods are a necessary skillset.Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Principal Engineer, Projects will have the following responsibilities:Design and optimize mine plansProduce a long-term plan with the company’s highest priority assetsEnsure these projects are ready for execution in order to meet Life-of-Mine requirementsCoordinate with multiple subject matter expert consultantsPerform economics analyses and seek to maximize valueProvide regular projects tracking updatesDemonstrate ability to advance multiple projects by setting milestones and achieving them in a timely mannerBe aware of permitting requirements and liaise with the Environmental department to meet permitting timelinesMore About YouWhile our ideal candidate has the following qualifications, we welcome applicants who may not meet every criterion to apply.The following will be critical to successfully performing this role:Degree in Mining Engineering10+ years of related mining engineering and project management experienceProjects tracking and ability to demonstrate progressKnowledge of mine design software such as Deswik, DatamineExperience with projects software such as Deswik, Primavera, Microsoft ProjectsPrevious experience in long-term mine planning and multiple asset integrationExperience with project value optimization, including defining NPV, IRRPrevious NI 43-101, Preliminary Economic Assessment, Pre-feasibility Study (PFS) and Feasibility Study (FS) document-type reportingUnderstanding of project capital requirements, detailing and costsKnowledge of mining equipment, material handling technology and innovationPrevious roles liaising with operations, engineering and geology departments of producing minesAdvanced understanding of mining infrastructure, both on surface and undergroundAdvanced understanding of underground mining methodsFamiliarity of open pit mine design is an assetKnowledge of mineral processing methods and associated infrastructureThe ability to communicate oral and written with all levels of the organizationProfessional Engineer designation is desirableProject Management Professional designation is an assetAs our ideal candidate, you are a motivated team player, and above all, you demonstrate compliance with all health and safety and environmental regulations.About the BenefitsIn return for your hard work and dedication you can expect to receive a competitive annual salary, as well as the following benefits:Mine Performance Plan Incentive (bonus)Relocation Assistance available for eligible positionsFlexible Work SchedulesCompany-paid extended medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefitsWellness Spending AccountHealth Care Spending AccountCompany-paid pension plan with 8% company contributionBasic life/accidental life insuranceLong-term disability coverageEmployee Assistance ProgramTelemedicine Virtual Primary Care via DialogueCompetitive Paid Vacation EntitlementsPaid pregnancy and parental leaveDon’t miss out on this unique opportunity to take the next step toward your career goals with an industry leader - apply nowTo Express Your InterestLake Shore Gold - Human ResourcesP.O. Box 1067Timmins ONP4N 7H9Email: HR@ca.panamericansilver.comFax 705-269-4936Lake Shore Gold is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and all aspects of employment including the decision to hire or promote will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirements. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr