Job Location: Red Chris
Workplace Type: Onsite
Recruiter Name: Tammy Ho
Pay Grade: Level 2
Closing Date:

Located in the heart of Tahltan Territory in northwest British Columbia, Red Chris Mine is a copper-gold operation with a bright future ahead.

At Red Chris, our people are at the center of what we do. We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace where people can build their careers, develop their skills, and contribute to something meaningful.

Our work is guided by Newmont’s values: Be Always Safe, Care Deeply, Deliver Responsibly and Improve Daily. We work collaboratively with our workforce, the Tahltan Nation, local communities, and our partners to create lasting value and support opportunities across the region.

Whether you are an experienced mining professional or looking to take the next step in your career, Red Chris offers the prospect to be part of a dynamic team and a significant transformation in the future of mining in northwest B.C.

At Red Chris Mine, we’re building more than a mine — we’re building a sustainable workforce and operational model to support the future for our people, our communities and the region. When you join the Red Chris team, you become part of a workplace that values safety, respect, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Your Impact

As Specialist, Tailings, you will combine field observations, technical analysis, and practical problem-solving to support the safe management of Red Chris Mine’s tailings and water storage facilities.

Reporting to the Superintendent, Tailings (the Red Chris Responsible Tailings Facility Engineer, or RTFE), you will serve as Deputy RTFE and work closely with the RTFE, site teams, and specialist advisors on facility monitoring, dam safety, and improvement projects. You will be supported by two Tailings Engineers-in-Training (EITs), whom you will mentor and help develop through their day-to-day technical work.

The role offers opportunities to deepen your technical expertise and develop toward future RTFE or subject matter expert responsibilities through mentoring and progressively broader experience.

As Part of Our Team You Will

- Coordinate facility monitoring and inspections, interpret performance data, and recommend follow-up actions.
- Work with operations, environmental,



and technical teams to address tailings and water management challenges.
- Collaborate with the Engineer of Record (EOR), Independent Tailings Review Board (ITRB), and Newmont’s Corporate Tailings and Dams Team on technical reviews and recommendations.
- Support dam safety, quality assurance, and implementation of the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM).
- Lead assigned improvement initiatives and contribute technical input to projects and long-term facility planning.
- Prepare technical reports, track agreed actions, and improve monitoring and reporting systems.
- Mentor two Tailings EITs, providing technical guidance, feedback, and development support.

Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role

- Degree in Geological, Environmental, Mining, Civil, or Materials Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 3+ years of direct tailings experience and 6+ years of progressive mining, geotechnical, or related experience.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in BC, or eligibility to obtain registration.
- Strong knowledge of tailings operations, water management, risk assessment, and dam safety practices.
- Knowledge of and experience working with the Global Industry Standard for Tailings Management (GISTM) is beneficial.
- Experience working with multidisciplinary teams, consultants, and contractors.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills with a strong commitment to safety.
- Strong awareness and identification of hazards, ability to continuously improve the safety of yourself and others.

Your Work Environment

- Fly-in, fly-out role based at Red Chris Mine in northern British Columbia.
- Standard 15 days on / 13 days off rotation.
- Combination of office and field-based work.
- Camp accommodation provided, including meals, Wi-Fi, fitness facilities, and recreation amenities.
- Work within a collaborative team focused on safety, sustainability, and operational excellence.

Why Work at Red Chris Mine?





Competitive Compensation

- Competitive wages and salary packages
- Performance-based rewards, where applicable
- Short-Term and Long-Term Incentive programs, where applicable
- Opportunities for additional premiums and allowances depending on the role

Health & Wellness

- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Retirement and savings programs
- Employee and family support resources
- Wellness initiatives and programs

Lodge & Site Amenities

- Comfortable lodge accommodations
- Meals and food services provided at lodge
- Recreational and common areas
- Access to site amenities designed to support your wellbeing while at lodge

Travel & Time Off

- Site travel arrangements for eligible employees
- Rotational schedules that provide extended time away from site
- Paid vacation and statutory holidays, based on employment terms

Learning & Career Development

- Training and development opportunities
- Support for building skills and advancing your career
- Opportunities to work alongside experienced mining professionals
- Exposure to a modern mining operation and the development of the Red Chris Block Cave project

JOIN A TEAM THAT INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE

The expected salary range for this role is CAD $113,600.00 - $151,500.00 /year. This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia.

The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, skills and/or experience, and will not be based on a candidate’s pay history. Further, in accordance with applicable law, Newmont will not seek information regarding a candidate’s pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont during the recruitment process.

To support you in your application, we have created a range of resources available to all Newmont People including information on eligibility criteria and FAQs. Find out more by visiting our page in Discovery: Internal Employee Resources

As a current employee or contractor, please submit your application in MS Word or Adobe format online via the Internal Job Postings link on Discovery.

If you have issues applying through Discovery or would like to learn more about the role before applying, please email talentacquisitioncanada@newmont

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