Lead tailings engineering at Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia, applying geotechnical design and dam performance expertise. Work a two-weeks-on, two-weeks-off rotation.
Reporting to the Manager, Tailings & Water, this engineer supports tailings management facility development for Blackwater.
Responsibilities include maintaining the site-wide framework, evaluating designs, coordinating investigations, and managing consultants and contractors. The position also supports construction, compliance, and permitting activities.
Key Responsibilities
Update the life-of-mine tailings management strategy
Develop the OMS manual, emergency preparedness, and risk assessments
Coordinate dam raise designs and performance evaluations
Monitor construction, materials sampling, and laboratory testing
Lead inspections and instrumentation monitoring activities
Requirements
Canadian Professional Engineer registration and EGBC eligibility
Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, mining, or related engineering
Seven to ten years’ relevant senior or lead engineering experience
Familiarity with international standards, dam safety, and OMS requirements
Robust project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
Apply geotechnical engineering, tailings management, and construction oversight expertise supporting safe Blackwater Mine operations.