Senior Mine Engineer
(Saskatoon)
Orano Canada is a leading producer of uranium in Canada, working to power the future with clean energy!
In this role, you’ll help shape the future of sustainable mining by supporting joint ventures, contributing to cutting-edge projects like SABRE, and guide mine planning and design. You’ll work closely with a supportive team, share your expertise, and help mentor others. If you’re ready to grow your career in an environment that values technical excellence and teamwork, we encourage you to apply!
What you’ll accomplish:
Long Term Strategic Mine Planning
- Lead the development and optimization of Life-of-Mine (LOM) plans, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, reserve management strategies, and business value maximization.
- Direct strategic mine planning studies, including mine design, production scheduling, scenario evaluation, and economic analysis to support long-term decision-making.
- Collaborate with technical, operational, and financial stakeholders to integrate geological, operational, environmental, and commercial considerations into long-range plans.
- Provide technical leadership and strategic guidance on reserve development, project expansions, and growth opportunities, while mentoring planning teams and driving best practices.
Study/Project Work
- Conduct technical/financial evaluations and trade-off studies on mining projects (opening or expansions of existing mines)
- Take an active role in conceptual, pre-feasibility and feasibility mining studies
- Lead mining aspects for novel mining method development
Assist in construction management activities (e.g. tailings facility)
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Life of Mine Plan
- Develop production and cost (operating, capital and development) schedule scenarios for LOM planning based on Joint Venture’s production schedules and adapting as required
- Build budget model and production schedule
Joint Venture Monitoring
- Monitor all mining aspects of Joint Ventures not operated by Orano to ensure they are operated in the best interest of Orano (underground and open pit mines)
- Provide internal reporting on JV status (studies, projects/construction and operation)
- Review and share insights on technical choices, budget proposals, projects approach, etc.
- Participate in working sessions with JV Partners
- Visit mine sites on a regular basis
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director, Mining
- Support and promote Operational Excellence culture
- Comply with all Orano health, safety and environmental policies, practices and procedures
- Promote and adhere to Orano Canada’s values: Safety and Security, Team Spirit and Cohesion, Continuous Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, Ethics, Transparency and Dialogue, Respect and People Development
Qualities and skills we’re seeking:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mining or Geological Engineering preferred) and eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with APEGS
- At least 15 years of experience at operating mine sites in a planning or supervisory function
- Extensive experience in underground mining
- Experience in operations, engineering and project management
- Familiar with NI-43-101 mining standards
- Familiar with mining software: Deswik, Surpac or Vulcan, Ventsim
- Demonstrated English technical oral and writing skills, knowledge of French is an asset
- Effective analytical abilities with proven skills in financial modelling, budgeting and schedule management
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Independent and self-sufficient, with the ability to manage responsibility, prioritize tasks and make decisions without close supervision
- Skilled at leading stakeholder communication, ensuring alignment between contractors, consultants, engineers & management
- Able to identify, analyse and tactfully influence implementation of cost-saving measures and third-party projects or production plans
Work Location & Schedule:
- Saskatoon Corporate Office
- Occasional visits to mines/mills in Northern Saskatchewan
Salary Range:
$127,600 - $150,150
Compensation to be determined based on the selected candidate’s level of skill, education, and experience, and may vary within, the posted salary range.
Benefits and advantages of working with us:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Training and development opportunities
- Fitness equipment available for use on work/camp premises
- Career advancement opportunities, social committee, interesting projects and opportunities to get involved in our strong commitments to communities
As a condition of employment the successful candidate must complete Orano’s pre-employment checks including education verification and employment reference checks.
Drug (including marijuana) and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all Safety Sensitive positions. Applicants who have recently used marijuana recreationally may not pass a substance test as marijuana can remain in the user’s system for as many as 30 days after use.
Orano is an equal opportunity employer. We value the knowledge, experience and cultures of all individuals and are committed to the advancement of Indigenous Peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and People with Disabilities. We strongly encourage all qualified candidates from these designated groups, including those with disabilities, to apply for our career opportunities. We are dedicated to creating an accessible workplace for everyone.
