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Engineer, Mining

Posted 21 days ago

OfficeElkford, BC91k - 127k CAD
Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team. 
 
Application Deadline: June 22 2026

What we offer: 

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys. 

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development. 

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions. 

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the role:  

Reporting to the Senior Engineering Supervisor, the Mining Engineer, as part of the Mid-Range team at Fording River Operations, is responsible for supporting the Engineering and Projects departments with planning and stewardship of technical projects, and the integration of major work into the active Mine Operation. This person will hold a key role working within the engineering and other site departments to coordinate the effective planning and execution of critical scopes within the mine.

To be successful, we are looking for someone who is self-motivated and enjoys working in a team environment with all levels of an organization. This person has strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and is dedicated to continuous improvement. They have proven problem solving skills and can organize competing priorities to enable effective decision making. In addition, proficiency in mine planning software is essential. 

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about! 

### Benefits:
  • Two Annual Bonus Plans
  • Comprehensive Benefits Plan
  • Retirement Package
  • Health Lifestyle Account
  • ### In this role you will:
  • Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies  
  • Mine Predevelopment (Swift 4) design, planning, execution support and key stakeholder engagement 
  • Major mine infrastructure planning and coordination (powerlines, clean water diversions) 
  • Combusting Waste Rock treatment tracking, reviews and signoffs 
  • Swift North Suboxic Zone planning and construction support 
  • Liasing with key Design Consultants, Engineer-of-Records, and Qualified Persons on above projects 
  • Liasing with Reclamation teams on major work in and around the active mine areas 
  • Project budget development, tracking and appropriation requests 
  • Supporting general engineering designs as a Peer Reviewer in the design process 
  • ### Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience 
  • Minimum five years of experience in mine planning 
  • Professional Engineering Designation recognized by EGBC 
  • Strong digital literacy in mining-related software 
  • Solid understanding of the Microsoft Office Suite® 
  • Motivated self-starter, able to work under minimal supervision 
  • Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills  
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent 
  • The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

    To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

    As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here.


    About EVR

    EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.
    Job details
    Workplace
    Office
    Location
    Elkford, BC
    Salary
    91k - 127k CAD
    per year

    Glencore operates nine mines and five metal processing facilities in Canada producing and recycling critical minerals including nickel, copper, zinc and cobalt; and transition-enabling steelmaking coal. We employ 11,400 people, including contractors, and are Canada’s largest diversified miner and supplier of critical minerals. We are the country’s largest producer of refined copper, second largest producer of mined and smelted nickel, and second largest producer of refined zinc, as well as one of the world’s largest recyclers of end-of-life electronics, playing a critical role in the circular economy. We operate Canada’s only copper smelter, located in Quebec. Glencore is also Canada’s largest producer of steelmaking coal. Glencore y exploite neuf mines et cinq installations de transformation des métaux, produisant et recyclant des minéraux critiques tels que le nickel, le cuivre, le zinc et le cobalt, ainsi que du charbon sidérurgique facilitant la transition énergétique. Nous employons 11 400 personnes, y compris des sous-traitants, et sommes le plus grand exploitant minier diversifié et fournisseur de minéraux critiques au Canada. Nous sommes le premier producteur canadien de cuivre raffiné, le deuxième producteur de nickel extrait et affiné, le deuxième producteur de zinc raffiné, de même que le principal producteur canadien de charbon sidérurgique. Nous figurons également parmi les plus grands recycleurs mondiaux d’équipements électroniques en fin de vie, jouant ainsi un rôle essentiel dans l’économie circulaire. Nous exploitons la seule fonderie de cuivre au Canada, située au Québec.

    Key team members

    Karl Nurmi, PEng, MBA

    Karl Nurmi, PEng, MBA

    Chris Gaspard

    Chris Gaspard

    Craig Harris

    Craig Harris

    Greg Maybee

    Greg Maybee

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