Mine Engineer

About Trekor

Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia (BC), Canada, Trekor Metals Limited (Trekor) is a leading North American copper producer with a robust development pipeline of minerals projects and properties in Canada and the United States.

Known for seeing opportunities where other mining companies do not, Trekor has a two-decade track record of delivering value for shareholders, employees, communities where we operate, and others - from acquiring the Gibraltar Mine in BC for a single dollar and building it into Canada's second-largest copper producer, to transforming Arizona’s Florence Copper into the world's first greenfield in-situ copper recovery operation.

Trekor goes Beyond Potential.

For more information visit our website www.Trekormetals.com.

Role Overview

As a Mine Engineer, you will contribute to the development and execution of short-, medium-, and long-term mine plans through rotational experience across key Mine Engineering functions, including planning, drill and blast, dewatering, dispatch systems, and ore control. The role is responsible for preparing and presenting mine plans, forecasts, and designs that support operational targets, annual budgets, and long-range business objectives, while identifying and implementing productivity improvements in collaboration with site stakeholders.

Core Responsibilities

• Participate in rotating positions across different Mine Engineering roles.
  • Positions include Short-range Planning, Long-range Planning, Drill/Blast, Dewatering, Dispatch/Systems, and Ore control.
• Complete and present weekly mine plans that support the annual budget and long range mine plans.
• Present detailed sequencing of the mine plan for up to 3 months.
• Complete an annual mine plan and annual budget in line with organizational strategy and corporate direction.
• ​Produce rolling 18-month forecast updates.
• Produce or review Pit and Dump designs.
• Evaluate, propose, implement and manage new productivity initiatives to improve efficiency and productivity of Gibraltar’s shovel, truck and drill fleets.
• Interact with other departments on site to achieve department and site objectives.

Education & Experience

• Undergraduate degree in Mine Engineering.
• Professional Engineer in BC, or ability to register as such.
• 4+ years’ experience in open pit mining.
• Strong background in mine planning and operations.
• Exposure to current mine technology.
• Strong communication skills.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical data.
• Strong planning, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

The Community

• Williams Lake has a population of approximately 12,000 but services nearly 25,000 as it is a central hub for many outlying smaller communities
• Adult recreational leagues for many popular sports including hockey, soccer, and softball
• A fantastic trail network for mountain biking, walking, and hiking
• Dozens of nearby lakes for fishing, paddling, and camping opportunities
• Close by cross country and downhill skiing venues

Compensation

At all Trekor locations, we pride ourselves in offering a challenging and rewarding work environment. Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through development, education, and succession plan programs.

Additionally, our compensation and benefits package includes competitive salaries and vacation packages, health, dental, and disability insurance benefits, and an RRSP matching program.

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting position and join our growing and dynamic organization, apply via the Trekor website at www.Trekormetals.com/careers/.

Trekor is an equal opportunity employer who encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.