Senior Engineer, Mining
evr · Elkford, BC
About The Role
Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.
EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.
Application Deadline: September 10th, 2026
What we offer
At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.
EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.
We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.
We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.
About the role
Reporting to the Senior Engineering Supervisor, the Senior Mine Engineer is responsible for developing and optimizing strategic long-range plans to sustain and extend the Life of Mine at Greenhills Operations. The role involves executing all aspects of long-range planning including: pit, spoil and haul road design optimizations, life of mine schedules, strategic evaluations, all while considering potential impacts to sustainable development. This role also leads and supports key deliverables, including the Life of Asset, 5-year plan, budget, forecast and R&R, by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring that deadlines are met. This role is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to make a positive impact on the business.
To be successful, we require a person who is self-motivated and enjoys working in a team environment with all levels of an organization. This person has strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and is dedicated to continuous improvement. They have proven problem solving skills and can organize competing priorities to enable effective decision making.
Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!
Benefits
Two Annual Bonus Plans
Comprehensive Benefits Plan
Retirement Package
Health Lifestyle Account
Relocation Assistance
In this role you will
Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
Lead and support key deliverables, including the Life of Asset, 5-year plan, budget, forecast
Mentor and develop skill set of the Long - Range Engineering Team
Execute on a wide range of mine planning including pit, spoil, haulage and closure design while considering potential sustainable development impacts
Perform iterative production scheduling from KPI analysis to estimated coal blending results
Influence strong site decision making through detailed data analysis and sound mining practices
Perform economic evaluations, long range capital consolidation, productivity analyses, strategic planning assessments, and peer reviews
Communicate mine development projects to the permitting groups within the business unit. Assist in developing mine permit applications and amendments and ensure mine plans are following permit compliance
Participate in the development of annual reserves and resource reporting
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Registered P.Eng., or eligible to register, with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC); EVR will support eligible employees with their EGBC registration
- Minimum seven years experience in mine planning
- Proficiency in mine scheduling software such as XPAC Solutions, and mine design software such as MinePlan3D
- Solid understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite®
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent
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