The OpportunityOur client in Southwestern Ontario is sourcing a Chief Mine Engineer to provide senior technical leadership for an underground salt mining operation. This role is responsible for the safe, effective, and compliant design, planning, and execution of mining activities, with oversight of mine planning, ground control, ventilation coordination, and regulatory compliance. The Chief Mine Engineer plays a critical role in aligning engineering strategy with production goals, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives, while working closely with operations, health and safety, maintenance, geology, and environmental teams.ResponsibilitiesLead short-, medium-, and long-term mine planning activities, including life-of-mine plans, annual budgets, and monthly forecastsDevelop, review, and approve mine designs, layouts, sequencing, and extraction strategies suited to soft rock underground miningEnsure mine plans optimize safety, production efficiency, resource recovery, and cost effectivenessReview and validate engineering designs, drawings, and technical reportsProvide engineering support for underground dewatering systems, power distribution, and construction projectsProvide technical oversight for ground control, roof support design, and strata control programsCollaborate with ventilation specialists to ensure effective ventilation plans and regulatory complianceParticipate in risk assessments, hazard identification, and implementation of engineering controlsSupport incident investigations and implement corrective engineering actions as requiredEnsure compliance with Ontario mining legislation,



including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulation 854Ensure engineering work meets Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) standards and best practicesAct as a technical authority during regulatory inspections, audits, and submissionsWork closely with Operations, Maintenance, Geology, Health & Safety, and Environmental teams to align engineering plans with executionProvide technical problem-solving support for day-to-day mining challengesSupport capital projects, equipment selection, and infrastructure planningSupervise contractors and manage key ground control initiativesLead, mentor, and develop mine engineering staff, supporting performance management and succession planningPromote a culture of safety, accountability, and collaboration across technical and operational teams.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or a related disciplineProfessional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario or eligibility for registration (required)8+ years of progressive mining engineering experience, preferably in soft rock underground operationsPrior experience in a senior or lead engineering role within an underground mineStrong knowledge of Ontario mining regulations and industry best practicesExperience with mine planning software and engineering toolsStrong technical and analytical skills with sound engineering judgmentProven leadership and people management experienceExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement skillsAbility to balance safety, regulatory compliance, and production objectivesHigh level of integrity, professionalism, and accountabilityCompensation Range:150,000- 175,000#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Chief Mine Engineer - C$150,000 - C$175,000 A Year (Goderich)
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