Geotechnical Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Thiess
Location: Sudbury, ON P3B 0A2
Description:
ABOUT THIESS
Started in Australia in 1933, Thiess is a 90-year-old, enduring company. Today, we're a $4 billion world-class, global organization, specializing in sustainable resources solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering and technology consulting. With 12,000 employees and growing, our workforce has the skills, experience, and resourcefulness to realize opportunities, respond to project challenges, optimize solutions and bring lasting value to our clients.
We're currently embarking on an exciting journey to a more sustainable future, as we rise to the challenges of climate risk and opportunities abounding in the global energy transition. We recognize the world needs mined commodities to achieve the economic, social, and environmental transformation it desires. But the world also needs mining to reset for the future.
North America is an important part of that future, and we're thrilled to introduce our business, and our unique approach to contract mining, to Ontario and surrounding parts of Canada.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Lead execution of the projects Ground Control Management Plan (GCMP) and Void Management Plan, oversee slope stability technical and management functions for the open pit, and support the project as the on-site geotechnical advisory resource for management, operations, and technical services.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety Health and Environment:
Pro-actively manage the effectiveness of health, safety, and environmental measures on-site.
Carry out specific HS&E responsibilities as defined in the Branch and Project Management Systems
Act in emergency situations.
Ensure that all geotechnical risks and considerations are considered during the mine planning process
Ensure the workforce is aware and understanding of the nature and severity of all geotechnical hazards they will encounter in the field, as well as how to respond appropriately to new observations or condition changes.
Geotechnical Engineering:
Conduct daily geotechnical inspections of open pit and waste dump areas and report findings to the appropriate teams.
Assist in the installation of Geotechnical instruments and data communication systems
Be required to keep and maintain all geotechnical instruments in healthy state
Advise in planning and guiding backfill of underground voids.
Direction of probe drilling and interpretation of probe drilling data in possible void zones to make safety critical decisions according to the Void Management Plan.
Drive and implement assigned geotechnical projects
Ensure all monitoring systems are always operational and data communications storage systems are functional. Ensure any alarms are reviewed and attended to.
Collaborate with the Geology team to conduct geological and geotechnical mapping and record information of any significant geological structures observed in the Geotechnical Database
Inspect and report any TARP level events exceeding Level 1b conditions in the daily dashboard
Review Trigger levels, TARP conditions, and responses where necessary; communicate any changes in TARP Level of active events with Project Manager
Review and interpret exploration data to provide an assessment of the geological conditions and threats to mining operations. Conduct numerical modeling for slope stability and kinematic stability assessments
Liaise with the exploration geological consultants regarding any additional drilling or investigations that may be warranted for the compilation of the Mine Hazard Plans
Internally audit geotechnical activities to assess whether the geotechnical standards and procedures established are effective and complied with by all personnel
Communicate all matters concerning the potential risk of a significant uncontrolled ground movement to the Project Manager
Maintain the secondary monitoring system by installing and adjusting prisms and servicing the total station jiggers to ensure effective wall movement monitoring capability
Recommend and schedule primary and refresher training for all personnel to improve their awareness and understanding of geotechnical procedures, monitoring techniques, and geotechnical warning signs
Document Preparation:
Assist in the development, ongoing review, and execution of the project's Ground Control Management Plan (implement the required changes as mining continues and more data becomes available)
Provide and budget sufficient resources to achieve the objectives and deploy the systems of the GCMP
Provide training material to the target groups (e.g. workforce, supervisors, persons delegated specific duties under the GCMP)
Assist in the development, ongoing review and execution of the project's Void Management Plan.
Prepare and implement standards and procedures regarding instrumentation installation and maintenance
Report on seismic damage and other geotechnical hazards.
Establish and maintain (a) Geotechnical Hazard Plans, (b) the Geotechnical Hazard Database (c) the Geotechnical Hazard Map and (d) Geotechnical Monitoring Plans
Performs other related duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced Communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Advanced Computer literacy and proficiency with MS Office Suite
Proficiency with appropriate software's for geotechnical data analysis
Proficiency in geotechnical design principles and practices
Numerical modelling skills for slope stability, crown pillar and kinematic stability assessments.
Collation and interpretation of monitoring data and communication of any established trends identified.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 3-5 years of engineering experience in hard rock mining relating to rock mechanics and slope stability.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of mining, mining engineering, and geotechnical applications in a hard-rock open-pit mine environment.
Authorization to work lawfully in Canada without sponsorship from Thiess is required
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites
Willingness to work in various weather conditions for fieldwork
Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry trends
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline and years.
Master's degree in Mine Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline and years. (Preferred)
Professional certification/registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer, or an Engineer in Training (EIT), from the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
WHAT WE OFFER
A work culture that follows our company values of integrity, accountability, and innovation, all underpinned by safety
Flexible working arrangements (Office-First Hybrid Working Model)
A permanent position working directly for Thiess, the world's largest mining services provider
A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual bonuses
Comprehensive medical benefits including private health insurance
RRSP retirement savings benefit with employer-matching contributions
Career development and opportunities domestic within Canada, and potentially international
Leave for all of life's reasons
Possible domestic relocation assistance
Deadline to apply: October 11th 2024
As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Thiess is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us or have one of your representatives contact us at +[redacted] or [NA[redacted]].
Privacy Policy disclosure notice here.
Started in Australia in 1933, Thiess is a 90-year-old, enduring company. Today, we're a $4 billion world-class, global organization, specializing in sustainable resources solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering and technology consulting. With 12,000 employees and growing, our workforce has the skills, experience, and resourcefulness to realize opportunities, respond to project challenges, optimize solutions and bring lasting value to our clients.
We're currently embarking on an exciting journey to a more sustainable future, as we rise to the challenges of climate risk and opportunities abounding in the global energy transition. We recognize the world needs mined commodities to achieve the economic, social, and environmental transformation it desires. But the world also needs mining to reset for the future.
North America is an important part of that future, and we're thrilled to introduce our business, and our unique approach to contract mining, to Ontario and surrounding parts of Canada.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Lead execution of the projects Ground Control Management Plan (GCMP) and Void Management Plan, oversee slope stability technical and management functions for the open pit, and support the project as the on-site geotechnical advisory resource for management, operations, and technical services.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety Health and Environment:
Pro-actively manage the effectiveness of health, safety, and environmental measures on-site.
Carry out specific HS&E responsibilities as defined in the Branch and Project Management Systems
Act in emergency situations.
Ensure that all geotechnical risks and considerations are considered during the mine planning process
Ensure the workforce is aware and understanding of the nature and severity of all geotechnical hazards they will encounter in the field, as well as how to respond appropriately to new observations or condition changes.
Geotechnical Engineering:
Conduct daily geotechnical inspections of open pit and waste dump areas and report findings to the appropriate teams.
Assist in the installation of Geotechnical instruments and data communication systems
Be required to keep and maintain all geotechnical instruments in healthy state
Advise in planning and guiding backfill of underground voids.
Direction of probe drilling and interpretation of probe drilling data in possible void zones to make safety critical decisions according to the Void Management Plan.
Drive and implement assigned geotechnical projects
Ensure all monitoring systems are always operational and data communications storage systems are functional. Ensure any alarms are reviewed and attended to.
Collaborate with the Geology team to conduct geological and geotechnical mapping and record information of any significant geological structures observed in the Geotechnical Database
Inspect and report any TARP level events exceeding Level 1b conditions in the daily dashboard
Review Trigger levels, TARP conditions, and responses where necessary; communicate any changes in TARP Level of active events with Project Manager
Review and interpret exploration data to provide an assessment of the geological conditions and threats to mining operations. Conduct numerical modeling for slope stability and kinematic stability assessments
Liaise with the exploration geological consultants regarding any additional drilling or investigations that may be warranted for the compilation of the Mine Hazard Plans
Internally audit geotechnical activities to assess whether the geotechnical standards and procedures established are effective and complied with by all personnel
Communicate all matters concerning the potential risk of a significant uncontrolled ground movement to the Project Manager
Maintain the secondary monitoring system by installing and adjusting prisms and servicing the total station jiggers to ensure effective wall movement monitoring capability
Recommend and schedule primary and refresher training for all personnel to improve their awareness and understanding of geotechnical procedures, monitoring techniques, and geotechnical warning signs
Document Preparation:
Assist in the development, ongoing review, and execution of the project's Ground Control Management Plan (implement the required changes as mining continues and more data becomes available)
Provide and budget sufficient resources to achieve the objectives and deploy the systems of the GCMP
Provide training material to the target groups (e.g. workforce, supervisors, persons delegated specific duties under the GCMP)
Assist in the development, ongoing review and execution of the project's Void Management Plan.
Prepare and implement standards and procedures regarding instrumentation installation and maintenance
Report on seismic damage and other geotechnical hazards.
Establish and maintain (a) Geotechnical Hazard Plans, (b) the Geotechnical Hazard Database (c) the Geotechnical Hazard Map and (d) Geotechnical Monitoring Plans
Performs other related duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced Communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Advanced Computer literacy and proficiency with MS Office Suite
Proficiency with appropriate software's for geotechnical data analysis
Proficiency in geotechnical design principles and practices
Numerical modelling skills for slope stability, crown pillar and kinematic stability assessments.
Collation and interpretation of monitoring data and communication of any established trends identified.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 3-5 years of engineering experience in hard rock mining relating to rock mechanics and slope stability.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of mining, mining engineering, and geotechnical applications in a hard-rock open-pit mine environment.
Authorization to work lawfully in Canada without sponsorship from Thiess is required
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites
Willingness to work in various weather conditions for fieldwork
Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry trends
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline and years.
Master's degree in Mine Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or related discipline and years. (Preferred)
Professional certification/registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer, or an Engineer in Training (EIT), from the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
WHAT WE OFFER
A work culture that follows our company values of integrity, accountability, and innovation, all underpinned by safety
Flexible working arrangements (Office-First Hybrid Working Model)
A permanent position working directly for Thiess, the world's largest mining services provider
A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual bonuses
Comprehensive medical benefits including private health insurance
RRSP retirement savings benefit with employer-matching contributions
Career development and opportunities domestic within Canada, and potentially international
Leave for all of life's reasons
Possible domestic relocation assistance
Deadline to apply: October 11th 2024
As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Thiess is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us or have one of your representatives contact us at +[redacted] or [NA[redacted]].
Privacy Policy disclosure notice here.