Senior Engineer - Ground Control

Senior Engineer - Ground Control
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LocationThompson, MB
On-site
Mining

About This Job


Thompson, MB, CAN


ID: 1084076


Job Description

Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is growing?


Who We Are

We are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world’s energy transition.

Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.

From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change – our work truly matters.

Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.


The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Senior Engineer - Ground Control to join our Mines Technical Services Team in Thompson, Manitoba. This is a permanent on-site position.

Relocation to Thompson, MB will be required for this role.

In this role you will work with an effective ground control team, including Ground Control Engineers, Mine Technician/Technologists and/or Engineers in Training, to provide Ground Control Services to the mine operations.


Additionally, in this position you will:

Ensure safety and stability of mine excavations according to geotechnical requirements.
Provide technical support and coordination for ground control risk management programs at mine sites.
Advise mine operators and technical staff on ground control strategies and methods.
Conduct geotechnical risk assessments of Mine Plans to optimize safety and production.
Implement new systems/processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop site-specific field instrumentation programs to monitor ground behavior during mining.


About You


Education:

Engineering degree in Mine Engineering with a Professional Engineering Designation Preferred.
Eligible for registration as a licensed professional engineer with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba


Experience:

3 years of underground mining experience is an asset


Skills:

Proficient in MS Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Understanding of mining standards and underground mine design, technology, and activities
Experience with RocScience Software, Modelling Software (ie: Map3D, FLAC) and 3D mine design software (Deswik) Preferred
Strong communication skills and ability to manage time effectively


What We Offer You

Competitive salary.
Attractive pension and benefits (company paid core coverage, flex health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, flex, sick, top up for maternity/parental)
Flexible work arrangements.
Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth.
Grow your career in a large and global company, and mining industry leader.
Employee Family Assistance Program.
Online training and career development opportunities.


Why Thompson

Often referred to as the "Hub of the North," Thompson is a city deeply intertwined with the mining industry, particularly due to its rich deposits of nickel. Our presence in Thompson includes significant mining and milling operations that extract and process nickel ore from the surrounding deposits.

These operations are central to Thompson's economy, providing employment and supporting local businesses. The company's ongoing investments in the region highlight Thompson's importance in our broader operational strategy to improve life and transform the future.


Include to Transform

At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.

Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Manitobans Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.


Apply by: July 7, 2025


Grade: F5T


#Valebasemetals

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