Job Description
If you thrive on challenge and collaboration, Barrick offers opportunities on a global scale. Our remarkable people have made us the leading gold mining company, and we’re looking for more people to join our team—people who are motivated, energetic, eager to learn and grow. We make it a priority to support the aspirations of every individual, with international opportunities, ongoing training and development, and first-class benefits.
Williams Operating Corporation - Barrick Gold located near Marathon in Northwestern Ontario presently requires a:
Mine EIT
Position Description
As a member of the Mine Planning team, the successful candidate will report to the Senior Production Engineer and work a rotational roster of 14:14, 12 hours shifts. This role will require an individual who is safety driven and safety conscious, and capable of working with a diverse team of technical services staff, underground operations personnel, production geologists, and other stakeholders.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will need to be highly motivated and have a proven commitment to workplace safety and leadership. They will have the opportunity to gain experience, and grow their career in the following areas:
- Production planning (drill, blast, backfill)
- Ventilation
- Survey
- Projects
- Ground Control
- Short-term and mid-term scheduling
- Development planning
Key Accountabilities Regardless Of Work Area Are As Follows
- Proven commitment to workplace safety.
- Ensure effectiveness and safe productivity of the mine.
- Work collaboratively with mine production and geology departments and assist other functional areas to achieve their objectives.
- Facilitate conceptual meetings for mine design.
- Collaborate with various departments to ensure practicality of designs.
- Optimize ore recovery through safe and efficient mining.
- Develop a good understanding of the underground operating conditions, in order to provide safe and reasonable recommendations regarding mine planning inputs.
- Visit underground active mining areas on a regular basis.
- Assist with updating mine planning standards and procedures.
- Assist with special projects that arise as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of engineering in Mining. Mine Technologist or equivalent will also be considered.
- Registered or eligible to register as a Professional Engineer or equivalent.
- Experience in an underground mining environment is an asset.
- Experience with Deswik mining software is an asset.
- Strong computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to walk significant grades underground and lift 50 lbs.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Strong communication, computing, planning, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment with geology, engineering and production personnel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Organized, motivated self-starter with high standards expected of themselves and others.
- Ability to work in a dynamic fast-paced mine production environment.
What We Can Offer You
- A comprehensive compensation package including competitive bonuses, benefits, pension, and company match share purchase plan.
- A progressive career path including global opportunities
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
- Access to a global network of highly qualified professionals for exchanging knowledge and ideas, building skills, and sharing experiences
- Barrick is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
Barrick welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Us
Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.
With operating mines and projects in 18 countries, Barrick’s highly diversified workforce is drawn almost entirely from our host nations and equipped with world-class skills. We set the gold standard in sustainability by embedding environmental, social and economic considerations into all of our business decisions.
The company’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol GOLD and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol ABX. Learn more at www.barrick.com or follow us on LinkedIn .
About The Team
Hemlo has produced more than 21 million ounces of gold and has been operating continuously for more than 30 years. It consists of the Williams mine operation, including an underground mine, and 4mtpa gold processing facility. Hemlo is located about 350 kilometers east of Thunder Bay, Ontario on Highway 17. Situated nearby the beautiful North Shore of Lake Superior, Hemlo works closely with our Indigenous communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg and the townships of Marathon, Manitouwadge and White River. An area of extensive natural beauty for all outdoor pursuits from hiking in national and state parks, all types of water sports, hunting, fishing, and camping.
