24 Oct
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Allied Gold
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Toronto
24 Oct
Allied Gold
Toronto
Allied Gold is a Canadian-based gold producer with a significant growth profile and mineral endowment which operates a portfolio of three producing assets and other development projects located in Côte d'Ivoire, Mali and Ethiopia. Led by a team of mining executives with operational and development experience and proven success in creating value, Allied Gold aspires to become a mid-tier next generation gold producer in Africa and ultimately a leading senior global gold producer.
Position Summary The successful candidate will provide technical support for open-pit geotechnical engineering activities, including geotechnical investigations, data analysis, monitoring programs, geotechnical modelling, numerical analyses, slope stability assessments, ground characterization, and geotechnical risk management. The role will also support drill program planning and execution, consultant management, data integration, and the development of geotechnical models and design recommendations for both operational and study projects.
Job Responsibilities
- Support the planning and execution of geotechnical drilling and field investigation programs.
- Analyze and interpret geotechnical data from drilling, mapping, monitoring, and laboratory testing.
- Conduct geotechnical modelling and numerical analyses (2D/3D) to support slope design, mine planning, risk assessments, and operational decision-making.
- Assist with slope stability assessments and pit slope design recommendations.
- Maintain and develop geotechnical databases, ground models, and monitoring systems.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, and geotechnical risk assessments.
- Coordinate activities with mining, geology, hydrogeology, and operations teams.
- Manage consultants and contractors as required.
- Participate in site visits and provide geotechnical support to operations and projects.
Job Requirements
- This position requires a minimum bachelor's degree in Geological Engineering or Mining Engineering; a master’s degree in Rock Mechanics would be considered an asset.
- This position requires a minimum of five (5) to ten (10) years of relevant geotechnical experience in the mining industry, preferably open pit.
- Experience with open-pit slope design, rock mechanics, and geotechnical investigations.
- Experience with geotechnical modelling and numerical analysis software such as Rocscience, FLAC, RS2, RS3, Leapfrog, or equivalent.
- Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada.
- Full understanding of mining business both operational (mine, process, admin, environmental, community, supplies) and stock exchange rhythm.
- Robust leadership skills, and ability to guide others.
- Ability to communicate complex problems clearly both in writing and orally and possess good presentation skills.
- Strong project management skills.
- Ability to multi-task,
prioritize and work effectively with minimal supervision.
- Comfortably work within a multi-national, multi-cultural and multi-linguistic team.
- Canada based position with a willingness to travel occasionally to Allied Gold’s operations and regional offices in Africa.
- Fluent in English. French proficiency would be an asset.
Compensation & Total Rewards The base salary hiring range for this role is CAD $120,000 to CAD $160,000 plus a target company and individual performance based short term and long-term incentive bonus, group benefit coverage and a retirement savings plan. The hiring range reflects our targeted compensation framework for the role. The final offer is determined through an evaluation of the candidate’s experience, capabilities, and potential impact, along with consideration of internal equity and benchmark market data for similar positions.
In addition, Allied’s total reward package is designed to support employee well-being, performance and development.
This position is for an existing vacancy.
Use of AI in Our Hiring Process
We use both artificial intelligence tools and human review to screen applications and assess qualifications. Selection of candidates and hiring decisions will be conducted by a human.
Allied Gold welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, aboriginal (Indigenous) persons and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. Allied Gold is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.
📌 Geotechnical Engineer (Toronto)
🏢 Allied Gold
📍 Toronto