Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Underground)

The Company

Globe 24-7 is partnering with a mining client in Ontario, Canada to hire an experienced Underground Senior Geotechnical Engineer for one of their sites based in northern Ontario.

Position Overview 

The Senior Underground Geotechnical Engineer leads the ground control function and delivers geotechnical services in accordance with the site’s ground control management plan. Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, this role collaborates with cross-shift teams and ground control personnel to support engineering and operations in the safe and efficient execution of underground mine plans.

The Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

Lead the annual review and update of ground control and seismic risk management plans.

Direct geotechnical engineering design and analysis, including rock mass characterization, support standards, seismic risk mitigation, and life-of-mine plan reviews.

Oversee the ground control team to ensure timely communication and resolution of geotechnical concerns.

Ensure implementation of ground control quality assurance and quality control programs, including verification of support installation and testing activities.

Lead geotechnical design initiatives such as cable bolting, pillar design, stope stability assessment, and backfill directives.

Design and oversee installation of ground monitoring instrumentation and support seismic system enhancements.

Maintain and update numerical geotechnical models to inform planning and risk management.

Manage geotechnical studies and projects, coordinating with external consultants and integrating findings into operational procedures.

Prepare, review, and validate technical reports related to site investigations and engineering recommendations.

Mentor team members and support professional development within the ground control group.

Deliver training presentations to operational personnel on ground control practices and system updates.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline; a master’s degree is considered an asset.

Professional engineering registration or eligibility for registration with the appropriate regulatory body.

Solid understanding of underground mine design and mining operations.

Working knowledge of ground support systems, geotechnical design principles, and seismic risk considerations.

Experience with mine planning and seismic monitoring software is considered an asset.

Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Authorization to work in the applicable jurisdiction.

Minimum eight years of relevant professional experience.

Ability to work a 7-on / 7-off rotational schedule.

The Rewards
The position offers a competitive remuneration package including a salary range of $115,990 – $163,510 with additional benefits and incentives. A Travel Allowance is also available for team members living outside of the region. Available marshalling points include: Thunder Bay, Sudbury, Toronto, and Rouyn-Noranda, QC. The mine site offers in-town accomodations for people on rotational schedules, including 7×7 days or 2×2 weeks options. 

Contact Us
Please apply directly by submitting your resume, preferably as a Microsoft Word document.