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Kinross Gold Corporation · 2 days ago

Senior Tailings Engineer

Fairbanks, Alaska, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Kinross Gold Corporation is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with a focus on responsible mining and operational excellence. The Senior Tailings Engineer will provide engineering support to ensure effective and safe mine operations while implementing and improving tailings management programs to meet industry standards.

MiningMining TechnologyPrecious Metals

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Implementation of the tailings management system for both the Valley Fill and Pit Bottom Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs)

Develop TSF deposition and water management plans which align with the Life of Mine (LOM) Ore processing plan and includes sufficient detail to ensure executability

Work in conjunction with the Ore Processing, Water Treatment, and Mine Engineering teams to develop action plans to execute the deposition plan and resolve plan variances

Interpretation of monitoring data and effective communication of conclusions or results

Verification that data collection and management procedures are being appropriately applied

Collaborate with the Environmental team on water balance forecasts to ensure compliance with internal guidelines and requirements from regulatory authorities

Review performance and make recommendations for operational changes to ensure the Valley Fill seepage collection system is effective

Prepare quarterly reports summarizing facility performance and complete reconciliation tasks to ensure continuity of assumptions used in TSF planning

Lead Tailings Steering Committee meetings and present KPIs to foster visibility and accountability between departments and senior leadership

Liaise with the Engineer of Record (EOR) on all projects and review technical documentation from EOR and other consultants

Lead and/or participate in facility inspections

Assist with implementation and propose initiatives to optimize existing TSF processes

Keep current on new developments in the tailings and mine waste management fields that might improve operational performance

Maintain accurate records and files

Consistent exercise of discretion and judgment in job performance

Punctuality and regular attendance is required

Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management

Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the state

Fill in for Chief Geotechnical Engineer as needed

Perform other duties as required

Qualification

Tailings managementMining industry experienceEngineering softwareGeotechnical monitoringRegulatory knowledgeTeam collaborationDecision-making skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in either Civil, Mining, Geological Engineering, or related engineering field is required

Candidates must have mining industry experience working or consulting on the management and operations of tailings storage facilities, prefer a minimum of 8 years' experience

Must have current working knowledge of all applicable regulations: Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM), ICMM, MAC, CDA, etc

Must have a thorough working knowledge and skill using a P.C. utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation programs

Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with others in a team environment

Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills

Effective organizational and time management skills

Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management

Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets

Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the state

Preferred

Experience with Alaska Department of Natural Resources Dam Safety (ADNR-DS) preferred

Experience with related engineering software (AutoCAD/Civil 3D, ArcGIS, GoldSim, MineSight, Pipeflow etc.) is an asset

Practical experience with advanced geotechnical monitoring instruments and techniques is preferred

Company

Kinross Gold Corporation

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Kinross Gold Corporation is a senior gold mining company with a diverse portfolio of mines and projects in the United States, Brazil, Chile, Mauritania, and Canada.

Founded in 1993

Toronto, Ontario, CAN

5001-10000 employees

https://www.kinross.com/

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