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The Windfall Project, owned by Gold Fields, is located in northern Quebec. By joining our passionate team, committed to creating lasting value beyond mining, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the construction and startup of a world-class mining project, one of the most ambitious in recent decades. Gold Fields is a globally diversified gold producer with operations in Australia, South Africa, Ghana, Peru, Canada and Chile. At Gold Fields, we are committed to achieving an inclusive workforce and recognize that the diverse talent of our people will ultimately determine our growth, performance and success.

 This is a role that offers you the opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives, collaborate with experts, and contribute to our growth in Quebec. You will thrive in a dynamic environment where challenges and an exceptional workplace will support your professional growth.

Join the Windfall adventure!

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Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the Mining planning coordinator engineer will be responsible for implementing and maintaining mining planning-related processes. The position follows a 7dayson / 7daysoff schedule at the Windfall site. The incumbent will be responsible for short and mediumterm planning, as well as sector development concepts. The role will be supported by a team of engineers and technicians, over whom the incumbent will have direct supervisory responsibility.

Duties and responsibilities                

Supervise the short-term planning team;

Coordinate the development of short-term mine planning;

Develop quarterly and annual plans, monitor progress, and adjust planning as required;

Ensure the integration of the long-term plan into short- and medium-term planning;

Implement mining planning processes in preparation for operations;

Participate in defining operating methods for special projects in collaboration with the Mine Department;

Participate in the approval of execution plans;

Monitor, in collaboration with the Mine Department, compliance with execution plans;

Participate in KPI analysis and contribute to the identification of solutions;

Ensure proper follow-up and execution of work activities;

Monitor and adjust planned schedules based on field data collected;

Participate in mine plan reviews;

Be able to carry out regular field inspections;

Provide support to the Mine and Technical Services departments in related disciplines such as ventilation, ground control, etc.;

Prepare reports, plans, and technical specifications;

Demonstrate visible leadership and promote a strong safety culture;

Participate in the evaluation, analysis, and recommendation of process improvements;

Deliver presentations, when required, to members of Senior Management or other stakeholders to track project progress;

Actively participate in various organizational meetings;

Act as a Company representative on site and ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with best practices;

Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards, accident prevention requirements, and implement corrective measures as needed;

Ensure compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations and applicable legislation;

Perform any other duties related to the position of Mining planning coordinator engineer that are relevant to the successful completion of the project.

Required qualifications

Hold a university degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or another relevant discipline;

Be a member of the Ordre des ingenieurs du Quebec (OIQ);

Have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in mine planning;

Hold a valid Class 5 driver's license;

Hold a valid explosives permit.

Technical skills

Knowledge of various processes in accordance with industry standards;

Proficiency in Microsoft Office as well as specialized software such as the AutoCAD suite and Deswik;

Knowledge of Ventsim and Rocscience software (an asset);

Good knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to exploration and mining sites;

Solid experience in mining operations and excellent knowledge of the various engineering principles related to mine operations.

Basic skills

Demonstrate rigor with respect to occupational health and safety;

Excellent command of the French language and good knowledge of English;

Excellent communication skills;

Strong team player with tact and political awareness;

Flexible and open to change and constructive feedback;

Strong organizational skills with the ability to identify and manage priorities;

Sound judgment, critical thinking skills, and strong analytical reasoning abilities;

Detail-oriented, with a high level of ethics and integrity;

Strong ability to effectively present information, both in writing and orally.

Please note that the masculine form used in this document refers to both men and women. The masculine gender is used without discrimination and for the sole purpose of lightening the text.

In accordance with the terms of the Act to modernize legislative provisions respecting the protection of personal information (commonly referred to as "Law 25"), Windfall Mining Group undertakes to use your contact information (telephone numbers, e-mail and mailing addresses) solely for the purpose of informing you of the status of your application and notifying you of the next steps in the process.

If necessary, Gold Fields Windfall may communicate your personal information to a third party, in order to pursue your recruitment file, within the limits permitted by law and subject to a confidentiality undertaking by the third party.