Senior Mining Engineer

About the job Senior Mining Engineer

The Senior Mining Engineer will support Project Managers by completing open pit and underground mine engineering, design, planning, and operating and capital cost estimation. The Senior Mining Engineer will be assigned to a multitude of projects, including technical studies ranging from desktop studies to NI 43-101 compliant technical reports, technical project and due diligence reviews, and operational assistance.

Promote and adhere to the JDS Way

• Accept No Mediocrity
• Conduct Business Professionally, Ethically, and Practically
• Be True to Our Word
• Uphold the Highest Standard of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability
• Maintain Open and Honest Communication both internally and with customers
• Ensure No Harm to People, Environment, Assets, or Reputation

Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level mining engineering and design services for underground and open pit mine studies, including scoping, prefeasibility, feasibility, detailed design, and NI 43-101 technical reports
• Prepare mining equipment specifications and assist with mining equipment procurement
• Prepare technical specifications based on input received from other disciplines
• Prepare and contribute to technical memos and reports within areas of expertise
• Prepare detailed mining CAPEX and OPEX cost estimates
• Design mine infrastructure, ventilation systems, backfill systems, and mining services
• Lead and mentor junior engineering staff
• Present and communicate findings in a concise manner to a wide range of audiences and clients
• Self-reliant and adaptable to change
• Creative and innovative in providing solutions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to make quality decisions

Package Details

Compensation

• Competitive compensation based on actual hours worked
• Compensation will be based on the experience of the applicant

Work Schedule

• Office work is generally performed at 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, and will not exceed 10 hours per day
• On-site work may be performed up to a maximum of 12 hours per day
• On-site rotational work is required depending on project phase
• Travel time to and from project sites is paid from point of hire, up to a maximum of 8 hours per travel day
• Travel costs to and from project sites are reimbursed
• Time off will be accommodated with appropriate advance notice to the General Manager
• Vacation starts at two weeks per year and is included in hourly compensation
• Additional unpaid time off may be available based on project workload

Qualifications / Experience / Education Requirements

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Mining Engineering (or related discipline)
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in BC or another province/territory
• Ability to act as a Qualified Person under NI 43-101 and CIM standards
• Minimum 10 years of experience in open pit and/or underground mine engineering
• Familiarity with NI 43-101 (or similar) public disclosure and reporting standards
• Advanced expertise with mine planning software (Deswik, Vulcan, or MineSight preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
• Broad exposure to the mineral resource industry, including geology, metallurgy, mineral processing, and site infrastructure
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Bilingualism (English/French/Spanish) is considered an asset
• Ability to travel within Canada and internationally

Character

• Enthusiastic and motivated to contribute to a high-performing multidisciplinary team focused on maximizing resource development value
• Able to maintain strong, collaborative relationships with team members, clients, and suppliers
• Professional and effective communicator with both colleagues and clients
• Accountable, self-motivated, and driven to set and achieve goals
• Flexible and adaptable across assignments, work locations, and roles
• Comfortable working in both industrial and engineering office environments
• Strong English written and verbal communication skills