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Kinross Gold Corporation · 1 day ago

Generation Gold - Geotechnical and Rock Mechanics Engineer-in-Training (BM)

Elko, Nevada, USA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

Kinross Gold Corporation is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations in the United States and other countries. They are seeking a Generation Gold - Geotechnical and Rock Mechanics Engineer-in-Training to provide recent graduates with field experience in mining operations through a structured program involving two 18-month rotations at their sites in the USA.

MiningMining TechnologyPrecious Metals

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Support the site geotechnical engineers in implementing best practices in geotechnical engineering

Assist with mine designs, dewatering, and mining operations to ensure safety and achieve business objectives

Carry out geotechnical/geological inspections, mapping, and documentation

Supervise and work with drilling and geotechnical instrumentation installations

Collect, process, analyze and model geotechnical/geological characteristics of the various rock mass for support of the surface and underground mine

Process, analyze, and model data to understand the rock mass and its response to mining for purposes of excavation stability, mine design optimization, mine performance, and design compliance

Aid in development of geotechnical design criteria to support safe and optimal mine operations

Aid in management and installation of mine-wide geotechnical monitoring systems

Geotechnical and geological database management

Assist in the preparation of the daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly monitoring reports

Assist with continuous improvements in drilling and blast designs, ensuring compliance with mining regulations and site standards

Support and advise planning and operations personnel on geotechnical issues in the pit

Provide comprehensive and timely contributions to daily and weekly production meetings

Perform other related functions as assigned by the supervisor

Works without risk or harm to self and others

Punctuality and regular attendance required

Qualification

Geological engineeringMining operations knowledgeGeotechnical engineeringData analysisTechnical writingEffective communicationTeam playerOrganizational skillsTime managementInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in geological engineering, geology, mining or civil engineering is required

General understanding of mining operations, ability to be a team player, with interest in a dynamic open pit and underground mining environment

Working knowledge and skill with computers utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software

Effective written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to various stakeholders

Ability to work independently and also as a member of the Technical Services team

Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational, and technical writing skills

Effective organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, clients, and consultants

Requires valid driver's license

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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