Nevada Gold Mines ยท 2 weeks ago
NGM - Underground Geotechnical Engineer Expression of Interest
Elko, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expNevada Gold Mines is a collaborative and dynamic mining company seeking an Underground Geotechnical Engineer I, II, or III to join their growing team. The successful candidate will perform visual inspections of underground mining activities to identify rock hazards, provide recommendations, and monitor excavation performance.
Mining & Metals
Responsibilities
Independently perform work which involves visual inspections of the underground mining activities to identify rock hazards, provide recommendations and monitor excavation performance
Ensure adherence to the Ground Control standards and maintain the ground support QA/QC program, such as rockbolt pull-testing and UCS of shotcrete and backfill
Utilize rock mechanics properties to design ground support as needed
Collect, analyze and report on geotechnical monitoring data and maintain databases
Review and advise on mine and stope designs
Assist with ground control safety training programs
Supervision of consultants and contractors, as necessary
The candidate will also periodically assist with geotechnical mapping underground and geotechnical core logging for specific drill programs
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirement: B.S. Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering or Geology required
Geotechnical Experience: Underground 1 - 8 Years, Geotechnical Design Work preferred
Experience with rock mass classification systems, geotechnical analysis, structural mapping, ground support designs and underground mining QA/QC programs required
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently required
Preferred
Geotechnical Design Work preferred
Familiarization with various geotechnical software packages preferred
Team leadership, problem solving, and excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills preferred
Flexibility in work hours for on-call and call-outs, as needed preferred
Benefits
A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks
A 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match
Paid time off
Company-sponsored medical clinics
Company match share purchase program
Company
Nevada Gold Mines
Nevada Gold Mines is a joint venture between Barrick Gold Corporation (61.5%) and Newmont Goldcorp Corporation (38.5%), combining their significant assets across Nevada to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world and realize the full potential of these mines through synergies and best-in-class operational improvements.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jessie Going
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Lori McCurry
Lead Human Resources Business Partner
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