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    Senior Rock Mechanics Specialist - Thunder Bay, Canada - Newmont Inc.

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    Description

    Workplace Type: Onsite

    Newmont is the world's leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company's world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in North America, South America, Australia and Africa. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.

    Location


    Musselwhite site

    Purpose


    We are seeking a Senior Rock Mechanics reporting directly to the Technical Services Manager. This position will be working back-to-back with the existing Senior Rock Mechanics on site.

    Responsibilities

    • Review and recommend stope sizes, shapes and sequencing, with input to the production schedule
    • Conduct numerical models and interpret outcomes to determine and estimate future rockmass behavior
    • Update, maintain and analyze the stress model of the mine
    • Review and update ground control policies
    • Liaise with operations and make ground support recommendations
    • Collection and analysis of data relating to strength, stability and stress regime of rockmass
    • Work on full potential projects within the Rock Mechanics group
    • Maintain, optimize and expand the micro-seismic system including interpretation and analysis of data

    Requirements

    • B.Sc. Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering
    • Minimum of 7 years of experience in Rock Mechanics / Geotechnical Engineering
    • Expert in installation and operation of ground control instrumentation
    • Project coordination and project costing experience would be an asset
    • Demonstrated ability to develop practical, safe and cost-effective solutions
    • Proficiency in numerical modelling software (Map3D and RocScience suite)
    • Familiarity with Deswik CAD would be advantageous
    • Supervisory experience would be an asset
    • Excellent communication skills (oral, written, listening)
    • Strong facilitation and presentation skills
    • Ability to positively interact with co-workers and team members
    • Ability to work with a diverse mix of cultures

    Working Conditions


    The work schedule for the position is 14 days on, and 14 days off, working 12 hour days.

    We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you

    As an equal opportunity employer, Newmont is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

    We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.



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