SENIOR PRODUCTION ENGINEER
CENTRAL NL
JOB DESCRIPTION:
HR Project Partners is currently accepting resumes for a Senior Production Engineer on behalf of our client, Equinox Gold, Valentine Gold Mine. The ideal candidate would have 8+ years of experience in open-pit mining, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory capacity, and 2 years in gold mining.
Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the Senior Production Engineer is responsible for leading the production engineering functions for the successful execution of all day-to-day mining operation activities.
This position is located at the Project site, working on a 2 week in/2 week out rotation.
To apply for this position, please do so by clicking on the following URL link: https://career47.sapsf.com/career?company=marathongo
Deadline to apply: Applications accepted until the position is filled
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Leadership
- Directly manage and develop a team of five: 2x Short Range Engineers, 2x Drill & Blast Engineers, and 1x Medium Term Planner.
- Provide hands-on coaching to establish clear performance standards and technical workflows.
- Establish a collaborative environment between engineering and mine operations.
Process
- Design and implement standard production engineering processes (Bench master plans, Spatial compliance verification).
- Implement robust QA/QC protocols for drill and blast to minimize dilution and optimize fragmentation.
- Implement and refine Deswik workflows to ensure integration between weekly and medium-term plans.
Mine Planning & Execution
- Oversee the creation of technically sound and operationally achievable weekly, rolling 3-month and 12-24 month mine plans.
- Monitor site KPIs (drilled metres, blasted tonnes, planning compliance) and provide actionable claw-back plans when targets are missed.
- Lead daily, weekly production meetings to align mine operations and technical services.
Safety & Environment
- Ensure all designs as well as blasting activities comply with local regulatory and corporate safety standards.
- Promote a “safety by design” approach within the production engineering function.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering
- 8+ years of experience in open-pit, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory capacity, and 2 years in gold mining.
- Advanced proficiency in Deswik is essential. Experience with blast design software will also be considered.
- Current P.Eng designation or eligible for registration.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ATTRIBUTES:
- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements at remote sites.
- Previous experience managing multiple contractors simultaneously as part of the mining team.
- Development, coaching, and training coordination of all direct reports to help the team succeed.
- Proven success in large scale industrial projects.
- Ability to interpret engineering plans and offer sound technical expertise with regards to mine design.
- Knowledge of the OHS, mining, and construction regulations.
- Effective time management skills and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Good computer skills with competence using Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to influence and inspire others and manage cross-functional relationships.
- A valid driver license and a driver’s abstract.
ABOUT EQUINOX GOLD, VALENTINE GOLD MINE:
Equinox Gold Corporation is engaged in the exploration and development of the Valentine Gold Project (the “Project”) located in the central region of Newfoundland and Labrador. Once in production, it will be the largest gold mine in Atlantic Canada and a major employer in the province. Equinox is a public corporation (TSX:EQX) headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with a regional office located in Grand Falls-Windsor, NL.
Additional corporate and Project information is available at www.equinoxgold.com
ABOUT US:
HR Project Partners Inc. (HRPP) is a Human Resources consulting company offering various services in Human Resources, both to individuals and to companies. One of those services is recruitment for companies on a provincial and national basis.
HR Project Partners is an equal opportunity employer.
While HR Project Partners appreciates all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Work Location: In person
