Expat, Mining Engineer jobs in Toronto, ON

Position type: Regular

Your future role on our team

At BBA, our reputation is built on technical expertise by promoting a culture of commitment and relying on the complementarity of talents and long-term relationships based on trust with our clients and partners. BBA is a company that offers flexibility, opportunities for advancement and the prospective of having a direct impact on the company growth, in addition to the opportunities and support of a large corporation.

Our continued growth in mining and metals means that we are looking for a Mining Engineer to join our outstanding Mining and Geology team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of challenging projects with our mining team.

As a Mining Engineer, you will participate in both sustaining and growth projects by collaborating with the BBA and client teams to delivery practical solutions to the complex nature of the mining industry. The successful candidate will be an underground mining professional with an interest in professional practice and is open to developing relationships with clients in the base metals / precious metals mining market. He or she is a dynamic, creative and innovative mining engineer who can provide high-quality consulting services to our growing base of clients.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

• Provide mining engineering and design services for open pit and underground mine studies (scoping, prefeasibility, feasibility, detailed design, and NI 43-101 technical reports) such as:
  
  • Importing block models
    
  • Mining method selection
    
  • Cut-off value calculations
    
  • Open pit limit analysis, stope optimization and mine design
    
  • Mine planning and production scheduling
    
  • Equipment fleet calculations
    
  • Mineral reserves evaluations
    
  • Mining capital and operating cost calculations
    
  • Contribute to financial models
    
  • Write and contribute to study reports
• Work in collaboration with our geology, rock mechanics, drill/blast and infrastructure teams
• Manage the mining component of large projects Liaise with clients regarding technical matters and be able to professionally present results
• Ensure quality service to clientele aiming to preserve BBA’s professional image

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Results-driven
  
• Thirst to learn and excel
  
• Willingness to work together while having fun
  
• Desire to be in the thick of the action

Summary of certifications and job requirements

• Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Mining or Geological Engineering from a recognized University
• Experience working at a mining operation, engineering and/or project evaluation
• Minimum of 5 years of experience relevant to the position
• Member of PEO or the possibility to become a member of a professional association for engineers
• High level of proficiency with open pit mining design and planning software packages (Deswik/MineSight preferred)
• Experience in mine equipment selection, capital cost and operating cost estimates
• Knowledge in the basics of budgeting, scheduling and financial modeling
• Understanding of the various components required to make a mine a successful operation (processing, tailings, infrastructure)
• Passion and aptitude for mentoring, training and sharing experiences with other engineers
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, written and oral
• Enthusiasm for prospection and growth of the firm
• Fluent in the English language with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate with colleagues and clients in a professional and technical manner
• A willingness to travel both domestically and internationally, for varying durations and at times to remote locations
• Asset: Function in a second language (French or Spanish)

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

• Annual base salary from $88,000 to $140,000
• Annual premium program for regular employees
  
• Onsite mobility premium
  
• Time bank
  
• Cellphone fee reimbursements
  
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment, including disability insurance and a telemedicine program
  
• Retirement savings plan
  
• Annual vacation and sick leave
  
Premium for employee referrals
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BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, you get many benefits

• Access to many experts and coaching
• A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
  
• Opportunity for site work: an amazing career accelerator!
  
• Custom training and development plans
  
• Interesting growth opportunities to match your ambitions
  
• A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no perception of hierarchy

About BBA

For over 45 years, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of engineering to serve our clients in the Energy and Natural Resources sector. At BBA, we develop innovative, flexible and sustainable solutions, from strategy to execution.

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, focused on practice (PCB), with a network of 30 offices. Our teams work closely to deliver projects that shape tomorrow’s industry at the local, national and international levels.

Our people’s passion and excellence make BBA a Canada’s Best Employer and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

We have unique talents, and we’re committed to providing a workplace where you can be yourself. Job postings are written in gender-neutral language.

Learn more about us by visiting our LinkedIn page and join the networks of our talent attraction specialists to speak with them directly.