Mining Engineer, Planning and Operations

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Permanent

Position Overview:

Position: Mining Engineer, Planning and Operations Location: Fort McMurray, AB | Monday–Friday (5x2) | Full-Time, Permanent

Are you passionate about revolutionizing mining operations and eager to make a tangible impact?

Join Finning as a Mining Engineer and become a key player in optimizing mine production, maintenance, and reliability at one of our premier customer sites. You'll be at the forefront of implementing cutting-edge AHS systems and driving operational excellence. This is your chance to work alongside industry experts, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to the safe and efficient extraction of mineral resources.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive salary + annual performance bonus + regional wage allowance
• Comprehensive benefits from day one
• Matching pension & share purchase plans
• RRSP & TFSA options
• Paid vacation that grows with your service

We recognize top talent—and reward it accordingly.

Job Description:

• Collaborate with the Mine Planning team to develop comprehensive short and mid-range mine plans, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Utilize advanced software to optimize mine plans, considering equipment utilization, ore sequencing, and waste management.
• Conduct regular site visits and pit tours to monitor mining progression, identify bottlenecks, and propose adjustments for optimal productivity.
• Work with the Mine Engineering team to review and optimize design standards for the autonomous fleet.
• Integrate within the production planning, maintenance, and reliability teams to provide recommendations for daily practices on site.
• Foster strong communication with the customer's Mining Automation team to enhance planning and maintenance efficiency.
• Stay updated with industry best practices, technological advancements, and emerging trends in mine planning, maintenance, and reliability.
• Promote and ensure adherence to all safety standards and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a mining technical role, including mine planning, reliability, maintenance planning/scheduling, or operations.
• Post-secondary education in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in BC or Alberta is an asset.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as SAP, Maximo, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in using office programs like MS Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated understanding of best practices in mine design, planning, and operations.
• Knowledge of reliability centered maintenance (RCM) principles and predictive maintenance technologies.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and project management skills.
• Technical proficiency in mine planning software such as Civil CAD, Vulcan, Deswik, or similar tools.
• Commitment to safety and risk management in mining operations.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.