Geotechnical Tailings Engineer Blackwater Mine

Lead tailings engineering at Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia, applying geotechnical design and dam performance expertise. Work a two-weeks-on, two-weeks-off rotation.Reporting to the Manager, Tailings & Water, this engineer supports tailings management facility development for Blackwater. Responsibilities include maintaining the site-wide framework, evaluating designs, coordinating investigations, and managing consultants and contractors. The position also supports construction, compliance, and permitting activities.Key Responsibilities:
Update the life-of-mine tailings management strategyDevelop the OMS manual, emergency preparedness, and risk assessmentsCoordinate dam raise designs and performance evaluationsMonitor construction, materials sampling, and laboratory testingLead inspections and instrumentation monitoring activitiesRequirements:
Canadian Professional Engineer registration and EGBC eligibilityBachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, mining, or related engineeringSeven to ten years’ relevant senior or lead engineering experienceFamiliarity with international standards, dam safety, and OMS requirementsStrong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skillsApply geotechnical engineering, tailings management, and construction oversight expertise supporting safe Blackwater Mine operations.
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