Senior Rock Mechanics Specialist

3 weeks ago


Thunder Bay, Canada Newmont Inc. Full time

Workplace Type: Onsite 
 

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering  results together. 

Newmont Musselwhite is A fly-in, fly‑out operation on the southern shore of Opapimiskan Lake, located about 480 kilometers (km) north of Thunder Bay in Northwest Ontario. A place where we promote fairness, equity, and non-discrimination through policies and practices that provide equal opportunities for all employees.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.
 

Location

Musselwhite site

Purpose

  We are seeking a Senior Rock Mechanics reporting directly to the Technical Services Manager. This position will be working back-to-back with the existing Senior Rock Mechanics on site.

 

Responsibilities
  • Review and recommend stope sizes, shapes and sequencing, with input to the production schedule
  • Conduct numerical models and interpret outcomes to determine and estimate future rockmass behavior
  • Update, maintain and analyze the stress model of the mine
  • Review and update ground control policies
  • Liaise with operations and make ground support recommendations 
  • Collection and analysis of data relating to strength, stability and stress regime of rockmass
  • Work on full potential projects within the Rock Mechanics group
  • Maintain, optimize and expand the micro-seismic system including interpretation and analysis of data
Requirements
  • B.Sc. Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering 
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in Rock Mechanics / Geotechnical Engineering
  • Expert in installation and operation of ground control instrumentation
  • Project coordination and project costing experience would be an asset
  • Demonstrated ability to develop practical, safe and cost-effective solutions    
  • Proficiency in numerical modelling software (Map3D and RocScience suite)
  • Familiarity with Deswik CAD would be advantageous
  • Supervisory experience would be an asset
  • Excellent communication skills (oral, written, listening)
  • Strong facilitation and presentation skills
  • Ability to positively interact with co-workers and team members
  • Ability to work with a diverse mix of cultures
Working Conditions

The work schedule for the position is 14 days on, and 14 days off, working 12 hour days. 

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you

As an equal opportunity employer, Newmont is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

 



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