Newmont Corporation

Engineer in Training, Tailings

LocationDease Lake, BC
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Workplace Type: Onsite


About Newmont

At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.


About Red Chris

Our Red Chris Mine, located in the heart of Northern British Columbia on the traditional territory of the Tahltan Nation. A short distance from Iskut and Dease Lake, Our fly-in, fly-out site offers access from various points across British Columbia and Alberta. Red Chris currently operates as an open-pit copper and gold mine with a promising future to transition to a high-value underground block cave operation. To learn more about the Red Chris Block Cave project, visit our Virtual Open House

At Red Chris, we prioritize the health, safety, and comfort of our team. Our accommodations include reliable Wi-Fi, nutritious meals, recreational facilities, a well-equipped gym with fitness classes, and access to on-site counselling. We offer competitive salaries, retirement savings matching, transportation and PPE allowances, and opportunities for career development. Our workplace is drug- and alcohol-free, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member is empowered to take initiative, care for one another, and contribute to our collective success.


Purpose

We are seeking two motivated Engineers in Training (EIT) to join our Tailings & Water Management team at Red Chris Mine. In this role, you will support the safe, responsible, and efficient operation of the tailings storage facility, water management systems, and associated infrastructure. You will gain valuable experience in tailings stewardship, geotechnical monitoring, water balance management, and regulatory compliance, while working under the mentorship of experienced engineers. The salary rnage for this role is between 83,000-111,000, based on relevent skills and experience.


Essential Duties

Assist with inspections, monitoring, and reporting of the tailings facility
Support the implementation of the Tailings Management System (TMS), including data collection, interpretation, and reporting to ensure compliance with Newmont Systems, the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) and provincial regulations.
Participate in the development and review of tailings deposition and water balance models. Assist in planning and coordinating construction activities related to site tailings projects. Support geotechnical instrumentation monitoring programs, data collection, data analysis, and performance assessments.
Prepare technical reports, drawings, and presentations to support internal reviews and regulatory submissions.
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and environmental teams to ensure integrated management of tailings and water systems.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of tailings operations.
Participate in field investigations, surveys, and data collection programs as required.


Training & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Geological, or Mining Engineering.
Registered (or eligible for registration) as an Engineer in Training (EIT) with Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC).
1-3 years of relevant experience in mining, geotechnical engineering, or water/tailings management (co-op experience considered an asset). Strong interest in tailings stewardship, geotechnical engineering, and sustainable mining practices. Familiarity with geotechnical instrumentation, monitoring techniques, and relevant software (e.g., slope stability analysis, water balance modeling) is an asset.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
Willingness to work in a remote mine site on a rotational basis.

At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.

The expected salary range for this role is CA$ . This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.

We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!

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