Tailings Geotech Co-Op - Winter 2027

Requisition ID: 101482 

Job Category:  Campus 

Location:  Mississauga, ON, Canada 

 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

If it isn't grown, it's mined. Our mining and metals teams help our clients to safely and sustainably mine the minerals and metals used in our everyday lives. Want to play a part of innovating and optimizing the mining life cycle on greenfield and brownfield facilities? Apply today!

Position Summary:    

Hatch is seeking a Tailings co-op student in our Tailings Group in Metals for a position starting in Jan 2027. Reporting to the Lead of Tailings you will support local and international projects working from our Mississauga Head Office.

What a Co-op at Hatch Will Offer You:   

You will:  

• Be given opportunities to contribute to complex projects in meaningful ways  
• Work on problems and gain experience in the office and on project sites   
• Collaborate with diverse teams locally and globally  
• Work in an exciting environment where you can apply your academic learning on a daily basis  
• Benefit from informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry  

• Participate in local lunch and learns, Student Showcase, Sustainability Week, Toastmasters, and more to develop your skills  
• Join in charitable, social, and sports activities with other Hatch employees    

We’re entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure creates an atmosphere of openness and participation. We build practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable. Our ultimate goal is to achieve no harm for our people, our clients, and our communities.  

Responsibilities:   

• Providing engineering support for mine waste projects in pre-feasibility through to detailed engineering and operational support type projects;
• Supporting planning and executing site investigations for mine waste facilities;
• Supporting senior staff in business development and marketing to existing and new Hatch clients in the mining sector, preparation of expressions of interest and proposals.

Education and Experience:  

• Enrolled in a Civil/Geotechnical Engineering Program from an accredited university
• Good written and verbal English language skills;
• Strong interest in civil/hydrotechnical/geotechnical engineering or tailings process design
• Experience working on tailings or water or mine closure projects;
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams;
• Experience in geotechnical computer software packages such as GeoStudio and gINT
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil3D;
• Site based geotechnical or construction field experience;
• Full G-class driver license;
• Working knowledge of local mine waste guideline with exposure to the permitting process in Ontario;

Competencies (knowledge, skill, attributes):   

• Good understanding of engineering and business fundamentals as they apply to engineering problems and projects   
• Ability to learn quickly and to take on new challenges   

• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills  
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail   
• Strong written and verbal communication skills   
• Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving, and brings forward solutions for our clients' toughest challenges  
• Highly motivated, with a positive attitude and an ability to understand innovation

• Adapts and embraces change  
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Compensation:

Range: $26.00 - $33.00

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application.  

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a flexible workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request.

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