Project Engineer-Capital Projects

at  Newcrest Mining

14 MAR 2024

Newmont has recently acquired Newcrest Mining creating the world’s leading gold mining company.
With operations around the world, our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities where we operate. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work. We bring out the best in each other, inspiring performance and a shared belief that what we do matters.
Our Red Chris mine is located on the traditional territory of the Tahltan and we encourage qualified applicants from the local communities to apply. We offer several designated marshalling points within BC including Nanaimo, Vancouver, Kelowna, Kamloops, Prince George, Smithers, and Calgary, AB.
Our Red Chris operation is now recruiting for the position of Capital Projects - Project Engineer with a competitive base salary between $125,800.00 - $160,000.00 dependant on experience, skills, and qualifications, with an additional short term incentive of 15% . The offered base salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills and competencies with consideration to internal equity.
We are seeking an individual for a Fly In, Fly Out opportunity working on a two weeks in, two weeks out rotation.
Purpose of the Role
Reporting directly to the Superintendent, Capital Projects, the Project Engineer is responsible for providing technical support for the Capital Projects department. The Project Engineer will work on projects related to surface infrastructure assets.
About You
Position requirements include, but are not limited to:

Accountabilities

• Promote and participate in a safe work culture in accordance with Newcrest policies and values
• Construction quality control: ensure construction is per design
• Create and verify designs utilizing 3D modelling software
• Support construction team, preparing work scopes, cost estimates, planning, and other tasks as required
• Provide technical support to other mine departments
• Provide technical support to the construction team
• Prepare presentations and reports, participate in update or progress meetings
• Assist and support consultants and contractors

Qualifications

• Mechanical, Chemical or Civil Engineering Degree or similar combination of experience/training

Experience - Essential:

• Project Engineering and/or EPCM experience (5 to 8 years experience)
• P. Eng. Registration (BCEG registration or eligibility for registration from other juristictions)
• Proficient with MS Office and managing data sets (MS Excel)
• Exposure to civil, process or industrial projects

Experience – Desirable:

• Familiarity with owners team engineering or projects team
• Project Management Professional (PMP Designation)
• BC Building Code
• Software exposure
• Microsoft Products including Sharepoint
• 3D modelling software

What We Offer
We are committed to ensuring that our team members are kept healthy and safe. To achieve this, we provide comfortable on-site accommodations, including excellent balanced meals prepared by our culinary team. Team members can expect access to TV and Wi-Fi, our on-site gym and a variety of recreational activities.

All our team members are also rewarded with a host of great benefits, including:

• Travel allowance and arrangements made for transportation to and from site
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications
• Competitive Benefits and Registered Retirement Savings Plan matching program
• Ongoing training with continuous growth and development opportunities

It is important to note that the safety and wellbeing of our team is our top priority. As such, we promote a drug and alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
Our Commitment to You
Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underpinned by our values of Safety, Sustainability, Integrity, Responsibility and Inclusion, our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.
If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, submit your application through our website before the advertised closing date.
Job number

986149
Advertised

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