About Burgundy Diamond Mines

Burgundy Diamond Mines is a premier global diamond company that proudly produces and delivers ethically sourced diamonds from mine to market. Tracing diamonds end-to-end from its world-renowned Ekati Diamond Mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories, right through to retail diamond sales, creates unquestionable diamond origin and traceability.

Founded in Perth, Western Australia, Burgundy has established itself in the market through its innovative strategy and unique vertically integrated business model, focused on capturing margins along the full value chain of the diamond market. Burgundy is part of CanadaMark™, a program that assures manufacturers, retailers and customers, that Burgundy Diamonds are sustainably produced and support ethical investment in Canadian Northern Indigenous communities.

Position Overview

The Senior Engineer, Mining is key role in the Mine Technical Services Department.  With the Senior Engineer, Geotech as a cross shift on a 2-week in 2-week out rotation they report to the Sr Manager Technical Services and Projects.  This team is responsible for all operational planning for the underground and remaining open pit from daily, weekly through to 3-month plans while working to support the strategic planning and other site-based teams.  The two Senior Engineers carry the authority and responsibilities of superintendents and cover for the Sr Manager when required.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Demonstrate Felt Safety Leadership as part of your daily work;


• Ensuring department deliverables are completed and communicated on time and to best standards
  
  
  
  • 12-week plans and weekly mine plans including documentation of assumptions, sensitivities, risks, opportunities and recommendations.
  
  
  • Weekly blend plans
  
  
  •  Weekly plan reconciliation reviews
  
  
  
  


• Completing month end actuals, reconciliation reports and corporate reporting as required;


• Providing ventilation engineering support including simulations and network designs;


• Developing risk assessed and optimized underground mine designs including ramps, raises, and electrical, dewatering and other services infrastructure;


• Completing regular field trips to assess compliance to plan and adherence to safety standards;


• Contributing to underground and surface mine reclamation projects;


• Establishing or assisting in development of JHA’s and SOP’s;


• Providing coaching and mentorship to EITs and interns;


•  Providing technical guidance to underground surveyors, mining technicians, drill & blast and planning engineers.


• Maintaining and fostering company – contractor relations; and


•  Willingness to become a member of the mine rescue team highly desirable.


• Managing the team roster to maintain staffing balance. 

Education/Experience

• Degree in Mining Engineering complimented with 7+ years of mining engineering experience at an underground operation. Time spent in a supervisory or mentorship role a plus; Registration as a P.Eng within Canada (preferably Northwest Territories);


• Exposure to surface mining.


• NWT Underground supervisor level 2 certificate or equivalent.


• Mine rescue team experience.


• Proven experience in multiple areas including but not limited to mine design, scheduling, ventilation design, and drill & blast;


• Proficiency with relevant software programs (i.e. MS Office Suite, Ventsim, AutoCAD, Deswik, or Vulcan, OPDS);


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;


• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills (English);


• Leadership, planning and organizational skills;


• Knowledge of general mining safety requirements and procedures;


• Proven time management and decision-making skills;


• Working knowledge of SAP would be an asset;


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve best-in-class efficiency and productivity; and


• Class 5 driver's license is required.


• Experience working in the mining industry, northern Canada, and an understanding of the northern regulatory environment is preferred

What we offer

At Burgundy Diamond Mines, we believe people are our most important asset. This is why we are fully committed to the health, safety and well-being of our employees. We believe in establishing strong lasting and respectful relationships with the people and communities with whom we work.

We are dedicated to developing our workforce and to creating an environment where people can learn, grow and take on new responsibilities. We build capacity within our workforce by offering leadership training, apprenticeship positions and adult education initiatives.

Burgundy Diamond Mines offers a competitive salary, performance bonus and total compensation package, including company paid extended health, dental and vision care, an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), employer matched pension, generous paid vacation and personal days, as well as a Dependent Scholarship Program and employee discounts. On site we provide accommodations and meals, a fully equipped gym and recreation facilities, 

Additional Information

The Company provides travel to and from the Ekati mine site out of Calgary, Yellowknife, and other northern fly points. 

Preference will be given to qualified applicants from our Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) Groups. Members should clearly identify their IBA status on the online job application and resume to receive priority consideration.