Elk Valley Resources

steelmaking coal

GeotechnicalEngineerorEngineerinTraining

CA$91–127k Elkford, British Columbia, Canada Regular Salaried
The Brief

“Geotechnical Engineer or Engineer-in-Training at Elk Valley Resources. Skills: pit and spoil slope stability, slope stability evaluations. Perform regular geotechnical inspections of the active and dormant mining areas. Report on the inspections”

Industry & Context.

steelmaking coal
Problems you'll solve

analytical and problem-solving skills

Eligibility Requirements

pre-employment drug screen, three professional references

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering, Mine Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geology, Registered, or eligible to register, with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) as a P. Eng. Or Engineer-in-Training (E. I. T. ), One to four years of experience in geotechnical, Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

Nice to Have

Working knowledge preferred of Microsoft Suite including Excel, PowerPoint and relevant geotechnical and rock mechanics or mining software, Recent geotechnical role at an open pit mining operation is an asset

What You'll Do.

Perform regular geotechnical inspections of the active and dormant mining areas

Report on the inspections

Provide recommendations

Manage and interpret geotechnical data and apply to stability analyses

Perform stability analyses for rock slopes

Coordinate site geotechnical field programs and support geotechnical analyses and designs of the Life of Mine plan

Coordinate and review work by external geotechnical consultants

Contribute to geotechnical projects and scheduling

Develop Appropriation Requests and tender packages

Conduct risk assessments

Support geotechnical drilling programs

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

coordinating internal resources; work collaboratively with others in a technical team-based environment; Provide stability guidance for the Open Pit Operations; Provides key information for safe access, mine designs, pit and spoil expansions, and design compliance

Communication Scope

develop and communicate practical recommendations

Process & Methodology

developing Appropriation Requests, tender packages, allocating budget, conducting risk assessments, scheduling

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