Senior Mine Engineer Job at Kinross Gold Corporation, Tok, AK

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  • Kinross Gold Corporation
  • Tok, AK

Job Description

The Manh Choh Project is a greenfield gold deposit in eastern Alaska being developed with ore being hauled to Kinross’ Fort Knox mine north of Fairbanks for processing. The mine site is located in the Tetlin Hills, approximately 250 miles southeast of Fort Knox and 10 miles southeast of Tok. Production is expected to begin in 2024.

Job Summary

Responsible for carrying out a full range of engineering functions including, but not limited to: development of an accurate mineral model, generation of mineable pit designs, analyzing equipment needs, managing multiple projects, creation of alternative mine plans, and evaluation of various operational scenarios with the goal of maximizing revenue. Must show the ability and willingness to supervise and develop other department personnel. Will have direct involvement and communication with staff from all departments.

Essential Functions

  • Develop accurate mineral model(s) for use in planning and reserve/resource calculations.
  • Design ultimate pits and intermediate phases based on mineral model and constraints such as mining limitations, slope design criteria, topography, and facility location.
  • Develop underground designs and mine plans based on mineral model and constraints such as Geotech requirements, equipment selection and facility location.
  • Review the preparation of short-term mine plans and schedules and make recommendations on the integration of those plans with the long-term and LOM plans.
  • Evaluate alternative designs and mine plans based on various operational scenarios with the goal of maximizing productivity and revenue.
  • Conduct equipment studies to verify that planned production goals can be met.
  • Make recommendations for opportunities that maximize efficiency and productivity of the entire operation.
  • Prepare resource/reserve estimations and annual technical report.
  • Generate mine planning and project management monthly summaries for use in company reporting.
  • Provide support, as needed, to other departments on monthly reporting.
  • Review designs of dumps, access roads, ramps, and mine site facilities.
  • Project management duties, including, but not limited to: contract review, bid award, cost estimation, schedule tracking, and reporting.
  • Supervise and train other department personnel to perform duties listed above.
  • Maintain accurate records and files.
  • Consistent exercise of discretion and judgment in job performance.
  • Punctuality and regular attendance is required.
  • Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
  • Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to, safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the state.
  • Work safely in all areas and identify potential safety hazards and work with management to correct them.
  • Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

  • BS Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program (preferably environmental, civil, or mining). Minimum of five years of experience in a mining environment preferred.
  • Knowledge of engineering techniques as they apply to pit design, mine planning, equipment analysis, and project management.
  • Thorough understanding of open-pit operations as well as a general understanding of milling operations and mine maintenance.
  • Thorough working knowledge and skill using a P.C. utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation programs. Experience with MineSight, SHOTPlus, and AutoCAD preferred.
  • Experience in supervising personnel is preferred.
  • Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
  • Possess good interpersonal skills.
  • Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
  • Strong administrative and organizational skills desired.
  • Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with others in a team environment.
  • Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.
  • May work holidays, shift work, and weekends as required.

Health, Safety and Environmental Requirements

  • Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
  • Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
  • Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
  • Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
  • Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements. 

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Shift work, Weekend work,

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