Geotechnical Engineer

1 week ago


Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada Burgundy Diamond Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly qualified Geotechnical Engineer with operational experience to join our team at Burgundy Diamond Mines.

Key Responsibilities
  • Slope Monitoring and Data Management: Organize and conduct slope monitoring systems and other geotechnical data collection management to ensure safe operations in the open pit mines.
  • Ground Probe Radar Management: Maintain and evaluate the Ground Probe Radar data, procedures, and work instructions to support open pit mining operations.
  • Geotechnical Risk Management: Ensure the open pit mining operations are maintained to confirm an acceptable level of risk from geotechnical hazards on a daily basis.
  • Geotechnical Design and Support: Provide geotechnical designs and operational instructions to support the open pit operations at EKATI.
  • Research and Development: Research and evaluate systems and equipment that may improve the safety and efficiency of the mining operations.
  • Geotechnical Stability Assessment: Assess geotechnical stability of open pit slopes and wedges and recommend appropriate ground support.
  • Ground Control Management: Review and update the Ground Control Standards on a regular basis and ensure the Ground Control Management Plan for the open pits is followed and implemented at all stages of the mining process.
  • Geotechnical Data Provision: Ensure that the mine engineers are provided with the required geotechnical data to allow them to develop optimal mine plans.
  • Reporting and Documentation: Complete mine inspections, internal reporting, and issue technical reports as needed.
  • Job Hazard Analysis and Work Instructions: Develop Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Work Instructions (WI) for all tasks related to the above responsibilities for the combined mining operations.
  • Hydrology and Hydrogeology Studies: Conduct hydrology and hydrogeology studies, provide dewatering designs, and operational instructions to manage water ingress and inrush risk to the mine operations.
Requirements
  • Education: Degree in geotechnical engineering, specializing in rock mechanics or a relevant discipline.
  • Experience: Minimum 3-4 years of experience in geotechnical engineering.
  • Designation: Designation as a Professional Engineer in the Northwest Territories or working toward the ability to obtain this designation.
  • Certification: NWT WCB Supervisor Level One or Level Two certification or the ability to obtain this.
  • Software Skills: Advanced experience with industry software such as RocScience suite, GeoStudio, and Maptek suite.
  • Project Management: Experience managing multiple mining and/or construction-related projects simultaneously.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Teamwork: Ability to work independently or in a team setting.


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