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Co-op, Mine/Geological/Environmental Engineering Opportunities

  • Lanigan, SK, Canada

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Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders.  Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien. 

Discover more about potash at Nutrien! This is an open posting for Co-op, Mine/Geological/Environmental Engineering students beginning May 2027 for a 16-month term.

  • This is a temporary, full-time, hourly-paid position open to current students who will be returning to their studies once this work term is complete. This position is not available for remote work
  • Applicants who express interest sooner will have the best chance of being matched with a position
  • Potential locations for Saskatchewan: Allan, Cory, Vanscoy, Saskatoon, Patience Lake, Lanigan, and Rocanville
  • Term (16 months): Dates can be adjusted/extended to coincide with school terms.
    • Spring 2027 - May 3, 2027 - August 25, 2028
What You Will Do

  • Assist the Engineering department with various duties, including:
  • Collaborate on meaningful projects
  • Provide technical support on various key initiatives
  • Analyze data to support mine ventilation, rock mechanics, ground support testing, and report preparation
  • Work to optimize process and productivity in collaboration with maintenance, engineering and operations
  • May also be involved in design work and project management

What You Will Bring

  • Must be currently enrolled and have completed at least 2 years of an undergraduate Mine, Geological, or Environmental Engineering program (or equivalent) at an accredited post-secondary institution AND returning to full-time studies after the work term
  • Demonstrated positive safety behaviour and safety leadership
  • Willingness to learn and gain knowledge and experience through training
  • Excellent interpersonal teamwork and communication skills
  • Motivation to set and achieve goals, take initiative, and nurture projects forward
  • Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities
  • Preference will be given to candidates with mining or heavy industrial experience

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!  

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.  

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law. 

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact the recruiter identified in this posting.

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien 

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Responsibilities

Support the Engineering department by contributing to projects, providing technical support, and analyzing data related to mine ventilation, rock mechanics, ground support testing, and reporting. Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and operations to improve processes and productivity, with possible involvement in design and project management.

Requirements

Applicants must be current students who have completed at least two years of an undergraduate Mine, Geological, or Environmental Engineering program at an accredited post-secondary institution and plan to return to full-time studies after the work term. Candidates should demonstrate safety leadership, willingness to learn, strong teamwork and communication, initiative, goal orientation, multitasking, and adaptability; mining or heavy industrial experience is preferred.

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Mine Ventilation
  • Rock Mechanics
  • Ground Support Testing
  • Technical Support
  • Process Optimization
  • Productivity Improvement
  • Project Management
  • Design
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Safety Leadership
  • Goal Setting
  • Initiative
  • Multitasking
  • Adaptability

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Categories

  • Engineering
  • Environmental & Sustainability
  • Agriculture
  • Security & Safety

Keywords

  • Mine Engineering
  • Geological Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Mining
  • Potash
  • Mine Ventilation
  • Rock Mechanics
  • Ground Support Testing
  • Data Analysis
  • Technical Support
  • Engineering Projects
  • Process Optimization
  • Productivity Improvement
  • Maintenance
  • Operations
  • Design
  • Project Management
  • Safety Leadership
  • Heavy Industrial Experience
  • Full-Time Studies

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