Barrick

NGM – Geotechnical Engineering Professionals, Expression of Interest

LocationElko, NV
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Position Description


JOB DESCRIPTION

At NGM, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people.

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for highly skilled Geotechnical Engineers to join our team. The successful candidate will ensure that sound geotechnical engineering principals are applied to the design of the mine using geotechnical analyses, modeling, geologic interpretation, and historical records.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy for our host communities.


Available Positions Include

Surface Geotechnical Engineers
Underground Geotechnical Engineers


Responsibilities For Surface Geotechnical Engineers

Surface geotechnical support of active open pit mines and waste rock storage facilities
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with mine geology, mine operations, dewatering, drill and blast, and mine engineering groups
Ensure adequate geotechnical instrumentation is deployed, read, maintained, and data reported
Ensure sites comply with the Barrick Ground Control Standard and Fatal Risk Fall of Ground Standard
Geotechnical engineering analyses including slope stability analyses and interpretation of laboratory testing results and slope performance data
Data collection and assessment of rock mass and rock fabric properties including logging of drill holes and excavations
Assist with slope design and slope management
Assist with ground control safety training programs
Supervision of consultants and contractors, as necessary
Other duties as assigned


Responsibilities For Underground Geotechnical Engineers

Independently perform work which involves visual inspections of the underground mining activities to identify rock hazards, provide recommendations and monitor excavation performance.
Ensure adherence to the Ground Control standards and maintain the ground support QA/QC program, such as rockbolt pull-testing and UCS of shotcrete and backfill
Utilize rock mechanics properties to design ground support as needed
Collect, analyze and report on geotechnical monitoring data and maintain databases
Review and advise on mine and stope designs
Assist with ground control safety training programs
Supervision of consultants and contractors, as necessary
The candidate will also periodically assist with geotechnical mapping underground and geotechnical core logging for specific drill programs
Other duties as assigned


Qualifications

B.S. Degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering or Geology required
Geotechnical Experience: Underground 5-7 Years, Geotechnical Design Work required
Experience with rock mass classification systems, geotechnical analysis, structural mapping, ground support designs and underground mining QA/QC programs required
Geotechnical Experience: Surface 3-7 Years required
Understanding and experience with open pit blasting techniques and controls preferred
Understanding of slope design workflows at the bench to overall slope scales preferred
Understanding of 3-D geologic model inputs and development, and impacts on slope stability and design required Familiarization with various geotechnical software packages preferred
Excellent safety record and the ability to demonstrate safety leadership required
Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills required
Ability to work outside in varied weather conditions for extended periods required
Flexibility in work hours for on-call and call-outs, as needed required


What We Can Offer You

A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless
Access to a variety of career opportunities across Nevada Gold Mine locations
Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer


Core Values & Company Dna

Zero Harm
Because our people are our greatest asset, safety is of paramount importance. It is inherent in every part of our business and is everyone’s responsibility to adhere to our safety standards. As a business, it is an integral requirement to not only ensure the safety of our employees, but also the communities in which we operate. We aim to mitigate known hazards and target a zero-harm workplace.
Responsible and Accountable
Act as owners, respect each other as peers and work as a team towards achieving our mission (One team, One Mission). Take initiative. Own up to mistakes and learn from them. Drive change. Lead by example and always look for ways to make things better.
Partnerships
We foster genuine partnerships and deliver on our commitments to partners. Earn trust and create transparency to build and enhance enduring partnerships between our employees, shareholders, stakeholders and with the countries and local communities in which we operate.
Build a Sustainable Legacy
We earn our social license by being a valued member of our host communities by creating economic activity. We manage the impact of our operations and strive to be the industry leader in safety, health and environmental practices.
Results Driven
We are results-driven through agile decision-making and disciplined execution. Keep it simple and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.
World-Class People
Attract and develop strong, world-class people who are informed and involved in the processes of the company. Who act with integrity, and are tireless in their pursuit of excellence.
Be Honest, Transparent, and Act with Integrity

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

With operating mines and projects in 18 countries, Barrick’s highly diversified workforce is drawn almost entirely from our host nations and equipped with world-class skills. We set the gold standard in sustainability by embedding environmental, social and economic considerations into all of our business decisions.

The company’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol GOLD and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol ABX. Learn more at www.barrick.com or follow us on LinkedIn .

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted


About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

With operating mines and projects in 18 countries, Barrick’s highly diversified workforce is drawn almost entirely from our host nations and equipped with world-class skills. We set the gold standard in sustainability by embedding environmental, social and economic considerations into all of our business decisions.

The company’s shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol GOLD and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol ABX. Learn more at www.barrick.com or follow us on LinkedIn .


About The Team

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.

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