Manager - Technical Services
Artemis Gold - Blackwater Project
- Vanderhoof, BC
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Demonstrate effective safety leadership by addressing and enforcing BW Golds safety standards, procedures, and safety systems.
- Develop and implement mine plans to optimize ore extraction and resource utilization.
- Collaborate with mining, processing and finance to create optimized mine plans.
- Guide survey to ensure accurate data collection for mine planning and development.
- Geotechnical stewardship over the mine design and operational implementation of the design.
- Plan and optimize drilling and blasting activities to maximize ore recovery while minimizing environmental impact.
- Create and aid in safety measures related to blasting operations.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations by implementing best practices in mining operations.
- Develop and implement environmental management plans.
- Prepare and manage budgets for technical services and aid with inputs to mining budget.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement cost control measures.
- Collaborate with various departments such as geology, engineering, and operations to ensure seamless integration of technical services.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and other relevant parties.
- Analyze data related to mining activities and provide regular reports to management.
- Use data-driven insights to optimize mining processes and address challenges.
- Technical services is the main owner of site production data. The data must be kept to a high standard and analyzed consistently to support operational excellence.
- Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
- Minimum 10 years experience in various roles within mining operations, with specific focus on development in various technical roles.
- In-depth knowledge of mining engineering principles, including mine planning, drilling and blasting, geotechnical analysis, and production geology.
- Familiarity with the latest technologies and software used in mining operations, such as mine planning software and geostatistical tools.
- Experience in project management and the ability to coordinate activities across different departments.
- Knowledge of mining regulations and environmental compliance standards.
- Experience in developing and implementing plans to ensure operations comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Understanding of the economic aspects of mining operations, including budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis.
- Start up experience considered an asset.
- Ability to create a world class Mine Technical Services department.
- Strong leadership qualities and the ability to manage and lead a technical team effectively.
- Ability to complete the work, lead by example.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey technical information to diverse audiences.
- The ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, present findings, and communicate with stakeholders is crucial.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address technical challenges in mining operations.
- The capability to analyze data, interpret geological information, and make informed decisions.
- Ability to work at a remote location camp on a 2 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation.
- Ability to maintain high levels of performance over 12-hour shift.
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
- RRSP
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care