Engineer-in-Training, Tailings

About Taseko

Taseko Mines Limited is a dynamic and growing mine operator headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Focused on North America, Taseko is driven to unlock the true value of copper for a complex and changing world.

The Company’s foundational asset is the long-life, low-cost Gibraltar copper mine in south-central British Columbia, for which it has won numerous environmental and safety awards for operational excellence.  Gibraltar is a state-of-the-art facility and the second largest open pit copper mine in Canada, with a 700+ person workforce.  Gibraltar produces an average of 130 million pounds of copper and 2.5 million pounds of molybdenum each year, with mineral reserves sufficient for more than 20 years of future operations.

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

Role Overview

We are looking for a Tailings Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to support our commitment to safety and environmental compliance in tailings management. In this role, you will provide technical support to Mill Operations, focusing on safe and effective tailings deposition while adhering to established safety and environmental procedures. You will assist in developing short-term deposition plans and infrastructure requirements aligned with long-term strategies.Key responsibilities include conducting monthly reconciliations of deposition plans, collecting and maintaining tailings data, and producing regular reports. You will also perform field quality control tests for geotechnical materials, track costs associated with tailings activities, and assist with water management calculations. Engaging in surveying and GPS fieldwork using RTK equipment and drone photogrammetry, you will support infrastructure inspections and provide project management coverage as needed. If you are a safety-conscious individual with a passion for environmental stewardship, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity

Core Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures.
• Provide technical support and operational targets to Mill Operations as needed to ensure the ongoing safe and effective deposition to meet our design and storage requirements.
• Develop short term deposition plans, and infrastructure requirements that align with Mill Operations long term deposition strategies.
• Conduct monthly reconciliation of deposition plans and ongoing mass balance analyses to demonstrate deposition objectives.
• Collect and maintain tailings data and produce regular reports.
• Conducting field quality control tests for geotechnical materials as part of dam construction.
• Track costs associated with tailings activities and manage critical parts inventory.
• Assist with water management and water balance calculations related to tailing and site wide water systems.
• Surveying and GPS field work, using RTK equipment and drone photogrammetry.
• Perform infrastructure inspections and generate maintenance reports and orders.
• Provide project management coverage as needed.

Education & Experience

• 3 to 4 years operational, construction, or design work experience in the mining industry specific to tailings storage facilities

• Engineering degree in a Civil, Geotechnical, or a Mining related field.
• Registered, or able to register, as a Professional Engineer with the Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia or registered as an EIT with progression plan to obtain Professional Engineer status within 1 year.

Skills & Competencies

• Able to work alone in an outdoor setting and in adverse weather conditions.
• Experience with GPS/survey applications is considered an asset.
• Ability to problem solve, communicate effectively and manage time.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Good knowledge of all MS office applications with the ability to perform basic programming in Excel.
• Familiar with water balance software (HEC-HMS) or GIS software would be considered an asset.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

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 Taseko locations, we pride ourselves on offering a challenging and rewarding work environment.  Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through development, education, and succession planning programs.

Additionally, our compensation & 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 Taseko website at www.tasekomines.com/careers/ or by sending your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. 

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