Workplace Type: Onsite
About Newmont
At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Red Chris
Our Red Chris Mine, located in the heart of Northern British Columbia on the traditional territory of the Tahltan Nation. A short distance from Iskut and Dease Lake, Our fly-in, fly-out site offers access from various points across British Columbia and Alberta. Red Chris currently operates as an open-pit copper and gold mine with a promising future to transition to a high-value underground block cave operation. To learn more about the Red Chris Block Cave project, visit ourVirtual Open House
At Red Chris, we prioritize the health, safety, and comfort of our team. Our accommodations include reliable Wi-Fi, nutritious meals, recreational facilities, a well-equipped gym with fitness classes, and access to on-site counselling. We offer competitive salaries, retirement savings matching, transportation and PPE allowances, and opportunities for career development. Our workplace is drug- and alcohol-free, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member is empowered to take initiative, care for one another, and contribute to our collective success.
Purpose
The Underground Block Cave team is now recruiting for the position of Specialist, Mine Engineering with a competitive base salary between $110,000-147,900 with an additional short-term incentive. The offered base salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies, with consideration to internal equity.
The Specialist, Mine Engineering will lead a team of engineers and technicians to deliver high-quality mine planning and execution support for the Red Chris Block Cave Project. This role is pivotal in ensuring efficient, safe, and timely development of the mine while fostering a strong, collaborative team environment.
At Red Chris, we recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is key to innovation and success. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where all engineers can thrive. Our remote site offers modern accommodations, recreational facilities, and a balanced work schedule with two weeks on, two weeks off—allowing for dedicated time at home with family and friends.

Essential Duties

• Lead the mine engineering team with a strong safety-first mindset, ensuring high process safety standards and a positive team culture.
• Deliver rolling short-term mine plans (< 3 months) that align with operational goals.
• Deliver all mining engineering tasks within a 0-3 month planning horizon. This includes weekly plans, development Plan of Intent (POI), ventilation modelling, operational inventory management.
• Translate the Life of Mine (LOM) design into detailed, execution-ready plans and ensure successful implementation in daily operations.
• Maintain and continuously improve the Management Operating System (MoS) for short range planning.
• Provide technical support for underground development, including drill& blast, ventilation planning and operations plans.
• Mentor and develop mining engineers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Collaborate with diverse technical functions, operations and external business partners to optimize underground development and drive innovative solutions.

Training& Experience

• Demonstrated experience in underground mining, with a focus on mine planning and development. Experience in contractor management and mine planning preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a diverse team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Familiarity with Deswik mine planning software is an asset, but strong general mine planning experience will be considered.
• Previous experience in bulk block caving is a plus, but candidates with underground mining engineering experience are encouraged to apply.
• Professional Engineer designation in BC or the ability to achieve this

At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.
We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you

• Lead the mine engineering team with a strong safety-first mindset, ensuring high process safety standards and a positive team culture.
• Deliver rolling short-term mine plans (< 3 months) that align with operational goals.
• Deliver all mining engineering tasks within a 0-3 month planning horizon. This includes weekly plans, development Plan of Intent (POI), ventilation modelling, operational inventory management.
• Translate the Life of Mine (LOM) design into detailed, execution-ready plans and ensure successful implementation in daily operations.
• Maintain and continuously improve the Management Operating System (MoS) for short range planning.
• Provide technical support for underground development, including drill& blast, ventilation planning and operations plans.
• Mentor and develop mining engineers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Collaborate with diverse technical functions, operations and external business partners to optimize underground development and drive innovative solutions