GeoEngineering and Tailings Engineer
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Location: Flin Flon, MB, CA
Company: Hudbay Minerals
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Who we are:
Hudbay Minerals Inc. is a vertically integrated mining company that operates mines, concentrators and metal production facilities. Our vision is of a growing, well managed and consistently profitable company that provides value to our shareholders. Exploration success and continuous improvement in safety, health, environment and operating performance drive the company’s value. Our employees at every level of the company demonstrate ethics and integrity, take on accountability and achieve success. Strategic planning is core strength with plan execution enhanced by high levels of understanding and collaboration. Our company strives to build mutual trust and respect with all of our stakeholder groups.
The Opportunity:
Hudbay Minerals Inc. is seeking a GeoEngineering and Tailings Engineer for our Tailings facilities in Manitoba (both operational and under care and maintenance). We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including pension, retiree benefits and employee share purchase plan as well as profit sharing. Relocation packages and housing assistance are available to move you and your family to the vibrant community of Flin Flon, Manitoba.
This position will be based on a Monday to Friday schedule, reporting to the Chief Engineer and Operations Superintendent. After 1 year, location requirements will be evaluated and a rotational, site seasonal or semi-remote arrangement can be considered pending role development.
The individual would be primarily responsible for assisting in activities and processes to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant management of tailing facilities, water management facilities and legacy sites.
The atmosphere is fast paced, dynamic and is built on trust. Leadership is focused on the individual, providing mentoring and coaching to facilitate employees reaching their full potential.
Responsibilities:
- Water management for tailings and water management facilities including water balance and operational support
- Strong focus on water quality geochemistry and trends
- Deposition at active facilities, including planning, tracking, efficiency, and operational support
- Support dam safety program
- Assistance to environmental programs
- Closure support
- Activities and policies that support CDA and TSM
- Internal and external reporting on above
- Other duties as required.
Professional Experience / Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Sc. in Eng (Chemical, Geological, Environmental, Hydrotechnical or Water Resources preferred)
- Proven technical and analytical skills
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing to a diverse audience
- Understanding of geochemical processes impacting water quality
- Proficient with MS Office software and Google Workspace
- Goldsim experience an asset
- Familiarity with TSM, CDA, GISTM and other industry guidelines for mine tailings
- Act in a manner that ensures the health and safety of yourself and others. Identify and act to correct potential workplace hazards. Familiar with applicable workplace safety regulations.
Salary dependent on experience and qualifications
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $93,935.00 per year
Additional pay:
- Overtime pay
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision care
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree
Experience:
- Experience on tailings and water management facilities
- Experience with MB/SK Mine and Environmental Act regulations or similar
- Eperience working with a multi-disciplinary team and external engineering consultants
Work Location: In person