Senior Rock Mechanic

Senior Rock Mechanic responsible for evaluating mine plans, mine sequencing and ground support requirements using rock mechanics principles to ensure the stability of all underground workings while maximizing safety and optimizing production targets at Evolution Mining Red Lake Operation.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree and/or graduate degree in Geotechnical Engineering
• Eligible for Professional Engineer status within the Province of Ontario, or have the equivalent of a minimum 5 years’ experience in an underground mining environment in an engineering role
• Knowledge of and ability to apply rock mechanic principles
• Proficient with modelling and analysis of mine sequences using software such as Map3D and Phase2
• Able to identify ground stability problems and perform analysis using RocScience software (such as Dips and Unwedge)
• Familiar with various ground support systems and their application
• Knowledge of seismicity and seismic systems as it relates to mining
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Benefits

• Accommodations available on request for all candidates taking part of the selection process
• Equal opportunity employer committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce
• Focused on keeping people safe and healthy and creating sustainable value in an environmentally and socially responsible way