25 Sep
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Brunel
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Labrador City
25 Sep
Brunel
Labrador City
Position: Senior Ground Control EngineerSchedule: The role operates on a 2-week on / 2-week off fly-in fly-out schedule, with relocation to Newfoundland and Labrador required.IntroductionBrunel is currently seeking a Senior Ground Control Engineer to join a major mining operation in Voisey's Bay, Labrador. This is a permanent, site-based position supporting both open pit and underground operations within a technically complex and safety-critical environment.As a Senior Ground Control Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and support for the development and execution of ground control and geomechanical programs. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, reliable production through effective risk management, planning alignment, and continuous improvement across both short- and long-term mining activities.ResponsibilitiesSupport execution and continuous improvement of site-specific Ground Control Management Plans across open pit and underground operationsLead geomechanically risk assessments for Life of Mine (LOM) plans and annual mine plans, ensuring optimized mining sequences and layoutsDevelop and maintain ground control, seismic, and stability risk management plans in alignment with operational and regulatory requirementsProvide technical recommendations to ensure stability and safety of pit walls and underground excavations,
including ground support design and optimizationParticipate in audits and reviews (e.G., seismic and geotechnical assessments) and develop action plans to address findingsRespond to ground control issues and incidents, leading investigations and implementing corrective actions to mitigate future risksMonitor and verify ground support and installation quality through QA/QC processes in underground operationsInstall and maintain ground movement and seismic monitoring instrumentation programsCoordinate with Mine Operations and Mine Planning teams to align short- and long-term ground control strategiesDevelop and deliver ground control hazard awareness training for site personnelLead or contribute to investigations of major ground instability events and support continuous improvement initiativesRequirementsBachelor of Engineering (Mining preferred or related discipline)Minimum 4+ years of experience in an underground mining environmentStrong technical understanding of ground control and geomechanics principlesExperience with ground control software applications (Deswik experience considered an asset)Proven ability to assess risk, manage complexity, and support operational decision-makingStrong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skillsAbility to work in a site-based, fly-in fly-out setting and adapt to changing operational priorities
📌 Senior Ground Control Engineer (Labrador City)
🏢 Brunel
📍 Labrador City