Tailings Geotechnical Engineering Trainee
About The Position
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you. If it isn't grown, it's mined. Our mining and metals teams help our clients to safely and sustainably mine the minerals and metals used in our everyday lives. Want to play a part of innovating and optimizing the mining life cycle on greenfield and brownfield facilities? Apply today!
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
- 0-3 years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering, mining, tailings management, civil engineering, or related fields.
- Basic understanding of soil mechanics, geotechnical engineering principles, and earthworks design.
- Interest in tailings storage facilities, mine waste management, dam engineering, and geotechnical analysis.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Demonstrated technical report writing and documentation skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary project teams.
- Willingness to travel to mine sites and participate in field investigations as required.
- Eagerness to learn and develop expertise in tailings engineering, geotechnical design, and dam safety practices.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in mining operations, construction, field investigations, or engineering design is considered an asset.
- Familiarity with geotechnical field investigations, laboratory testing programs, and interpretation of subsurface data is an asset.
- Knowledge of geotechnical software packages (e.g., GeoStudio, Slide2, PLAXIS, FLAC, OpenGround, or similar) is an asset.
- Familiarity with mine planning, tailings deposition modelling, or GIS software is considered an asset.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Support the planning, design, and operation of tailings storage facilities and mine waste management systems.
- Assist with tailings deposition modelling, storage planning, and facility performance evaluations.
- Participate in geotechnical analyses including stability, seepage, deformation, and liquefaction assessments.
- Support geotechnical field investigations, laboratory testing programs, and data interpretation.
- Assist with development of engineering drawings, technical reports, and design documentation.
- Contribute to dam safety reviews, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance activities.
- Work within multidisciplinary project teams to deliver studies, designs, and construction support services.
- Develop technical skills in geotechnical engineering, tailings management, and mine waste facility design.
Benefits
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- performance-based incentives
- comprehensive benefits
- other programs designed to support your well-being and growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
