The Sugar Zone Mine is going through a renaissance. Purchased by Silver Lake Resources at the end of 2021, the mine and plant are seeing significant investments to improve the working conditions and the profitability of the operation. Silver Lake has committed $65.3M in capital over the next 2 years to address operational constraints within the mine, improve working conditions on surface and increase plant capacity. With a new compensation package, wages are very competitive. Come join the Sugar Zone mine team and help us take the operation to the next level.
SENIOR MINE ENGINEER
We are seeking an energetic and self-motivated individual to provide clarity and focus for the engineering group to achieve and surpass the mine’s safety and production targets to facilitate the safe and cost effective mine planning and production at the Sugar Zone Underground operations. The successful candidate will have a high focus on safety and environmental protection in all aspects of the job reporting to the Mining Manager.

Responsibilities

• Be accountable for monthly Engineering department deliverables:
• Month Plan/Weekly Plan
• Month End Reporting
• Compliance to Plan Tracking and Reporting
• Improvement project reporting
• Stope reconciliation

• Support the yearly budget and company business planning exercise.
• Optimize grade control and minimize dilution through effective incorporation of geologic data and tasks in mine plan.
• Liaise with Geotech team and incorporate guidance into mine plan.
• Provide guidance to operating departments to maximize production, plan their activities and accurately measure key mining parameters.
• Conduct regular and thorough inspections of all work areas to ensure compliance to engineered plan.
• Manage consultants and contractors on engineering projects.
• Contribute to the preparation of engineering studies.
• Mentor and coach Engineers in Training and Junior Engineers.

Teamwork

• Participate in and support business improvement initiatives and delivery a product(s) to operations and project teams.
• Attend and actively participate in shift change meetings and provide accurate handover notes/information on problems, events, and process changes to cross shift.
• Take on the responsibilities of the Engineering Manager during his absence.

Planning & Organization

• Prioritize and complete tasks accurately as to specifications as assigned by direct supervisor within required timeframes.
• Control cost by optimizing the mine plan and mine production without compromising on safety or operational requirements and continuously monitor results and expenditure in line with approved budgets and the mine plan.
• Proactively identify and address hazards before they arise as issues.
• Be punctual to work and all required site meetings.
• Undertake other duties as lawfully instructed

Candidates must possess the required qualifications and have a Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering or equivalent engineering degree. Registered Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario and in good standing order with PEO and or eligible for membership with the PEO. A minimum of 5-7 years of mine operation and engineering experience in underground mine, Knowledge of mine engineering planning and scheduling software, specifically Deswik, is an asset.

The incumbents will demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and a strong commitment to working in a safe, socially responsible manner.
Work Schedule:

• The work schedule will be a rotation of 14 days on and 14 days off, 12-hour shifts.
• Accommodation provided in White River, Ontario.
• Transportation provided between White River and the Sugar Zone Mine.

We thank all candidates for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Silver Lake Resources is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

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