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Nevada Gold Mines

NGM - Underground Geotechnical Engineer Expression of Interest

Nevada Gold Mines, Elko, Nevada, us, 89802

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Overview Join to apply for the NGM - Underground Geotechnical Engineer Expression of Interest role at Nevada Gold Mines.

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Position Description We are seeking an Underground Geotechnical Engineer I, II or III to join our team. The successful candidate will perform work that involves visual inspections of underground mining activities to identify rock hazards, provide recommendations, and monitor excavation performance.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day, and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities

Independently perform work which involves visual inspections of the underground mining activities to identify rock hazards, provide recommendations and monitor excavation performance.

Ensure adherence to the Ground Control standards and maintain the ground support QA/QC program, such as rockbolt pull-testing and UCS of shotcrete and backfill.

Utilize rock mechanics properties to design ground support as needed.

Collect, analyze and report on geotechnical monitoring data and maintain databases.

Review and advise on mine and stope designs.

Assist with ground control safety training programs.

Supervision of consultants and contractors, as necessary.

The candidate will also periodically assist with geotechnical mapping underground and geotechnical core logging for specific drill programs.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum requirement: B.S. Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering or Geology required

Geotechnical Experience: Underground 1 - 8 Years, Geotechnical Design Work preferred

Experience with rock mass classification systems, geotechnical analysis, structural mapping, ground support designs and underground mining QA/QC programs required

Familiarization with various geotechnical software packages preferred

Team leadership, problem solving, and excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills preferred

Flexibility in work hours for on-call and call-outs, as needed preferred

Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as independently required

What We Can Offer You

A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!

Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.

Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.

Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.

Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Mining

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