Co-op Mine Engineering Student

Workplace Type: Onsite

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Located in and around the City of Timmins, Ontario, Porcupine has two underground and one open pit mines. A continuous operation for over 100 years that provides a great work-life balance. Employees from diverse backgrounds are empowered through engagement, involvement, and growth opportunities in the workplace.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

Dimensions

The position will report to the Drill and Blast Specialist.

The schedule is a 4 days on: 3 days off rotation working either Mon – Thurs or Tues – Fri.

The position is a 12 month Co-op student position. The candidate must be a student within a Canadian post-secondary educational institution.

Purpose

Provide technical support to Porcupine surface mining operations by assisting with various aspects of mine engineering, specifically drilling and blasting, to achieve the mine’s safety and production targets as well as add value to the operation.

The position provides an opportunity for a student to learn the surface mining process in an operational environment.

Safety & Sustainability Expectations

• Promote and adhere to Company safety, environmental and sustainability policies.
• Be proactive with respect to safety and help design and operate a site that is the safest possible, through input and thoughts shared with others.
• Encourage a culture of reporting hazards, near misses and incidents.
• Encourage a positive and all-inclusive work environment.
  
  

Essential Duties

Promoting Safety and Sustainability

• Promote innovation and continuous improvement in safety by reviewing existing engineering designs and implementing new designs.
• Develop plans and designs for regulatory compliance and compliance to Company policies, procedures and standards.
• Promote and adhere to Company safety policies.
  
  

Exposure to Surface Mining Operations

Understand the operation and limitations of (and provide technical support to) through exposure to:

• Drilling operations,
• Blasting operations,
• Loading operations,
• Material management, including overburden removal, haulage, dump management and mill feed.
  
  

Technical Responsibilities

Provide technical support in the following engineering duties in varying capacities, aligning with the needs of:

• Drill and blast design, quality control reviews and post-blast data collation and analysis
• Short-term planning duties
• Waste dump management
• Project management
• Surveying duties
• Peer to peer work reviews
  
  

Training & Experience

• Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering or equivalent mining-related engineering degree.
• Be technically competent and have a good understanding of surface mining.
• Familiarity with Deswik would be considered an asset (not required)
  
  

Working Conditions

This is a 12-month co-op position located in Timmins, ON supporting our surface mine operation.

The schedule is 4 days on 3 days off.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

As an equal opportunity employer, Newmont is committed to diversity, inclusion and accessibility. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.