Nevada Gold Mines
NGM - Open Pit Geotechnical Engineer Expression of Interest
Nevada Gold Mines, Elko, Nevada, us, 89802
Overview
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Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Open Pit Geotechnical Engineer I, II or III to join our team. The successful candidate will review and manage slope stability data collection and analysis of geologic structure, blast design, and slope monitoring. Responsibilities
Surface geotechnical support of active open pit mines and waste rock storage facilities Develop and maintain strong working relationships with mine geology, mine operations, dewatering, drill and blast, and mine engineering groups Ensure adequate geotechnical instrumentation is deployed, read, maintained, and data reported Ensure sites comply with the Barrick Ground Control Standard and Fatal Risk Fall of Ground Standard Geotechnical engineering analyses including slope stability analyses and interpretation of laboratory testing results and slope performance data Data collection and assessment of rock mass and rock fabric properties including logging of drill holes and excavations Assist with slope design and slope management Assist with ground control safety training programs Supervision of consultants and contractors, as necessary Other duties as assigned Qualifications
B.S. Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering or Geology required Geotechnical Experience: Surface 3-7 Years required Geotechnical Experience: Underground 5-7 Years, Geotechnical Design Work required Experience with rock mass classification systems, geotechnical analysis, structural mapping, ground support designs and underground mining QA/QC programs required Understanding and experience with open pit blasting techniques and controls preferred Understanding of slope design workflows at the bench to overall slope scales preferred Understanding of 3-D geologic model inputs and development, and impacts on slope stability and design required Familiarity with various geotechnical software packages preferred Excellent safety record and the ability to demonstrate safety leadership required Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills required Ability to work outside (or underground) in varied climatic conditions for extended periods required Flexibility in work hours for on-call and call-outs, as needed On-call and call-outs, as needed 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
Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
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Join to apply for the NGM - Open Pit Geotechnical Engineer Expression of Interest role at Nevada Gold Mines. 2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Position Description
Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Open Pit Geotechnical Engineer I, II or III to join our team. The successful candidate will review and manage slope stability data collection and analysis of geologic structure, blast design, and slope monitoring. Responsibilities
Surface geotechnical support of active open pit mines and waste rock storage facilities Develop and maintain strong working relationships with mine geology, mine operations, dewatering, drill and blast, and mine engineering groups Ensure adequate geotechnical instrumentation is deployed, read, maintained, and data reported Ensure sites comply with the Barrick Ground Control Standard and Fatal Risk Fall of Ground Standard Geotechnical engineering analyses including slope stability analyses and interpretation of laboratory testing results and slope performance data Data collection and assessment of rock mass and rock fabric properties including logging of drill holes and excavations Assist with slope design and slope management Assist with ground control safety training programs Supervision of consultants and contractors, as necessary Other duties as assigned Qualifications
B.S. Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering or Geology required Geotechnical Experience: Surface 3-7 Years required Geotechnical Experience: Underground 5-7 Years, Geotechnical Design Work required Experience with rock mass classification systems, geotechnical analysis, structural mapping, ground support designs and underground mining QA/QC programs required Understanding and experience with open pit blasting techniques and controls preferred Understanding of slope design workflows at the bench to overall slope scales preferred Understanding of 3-D geologic model inputs and development, and impacts on slope stability and design required Familiarity with various geotechnical software packages preferred Excellent safety record and the ability to demonstrate safety leadership required Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills required Ability to work outside (or underground) in varied climatic conditions for extended periods required Flexibility in work hours for on-call and call-outs, as needed On-call and call-outs, as needed 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
Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
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