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Mining Contractor Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

Lead complex structural engineering mandates across the mining, energy, and natural resources ... Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and contractors * Contribute to proposal ...

Lead complex structural engineering mandates across the mining, energy, and natural resources ... Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and contractors * Contribute to proposal ...

Lead complex structural engineering mandates across the mining, energy, and natural resources ... Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and contractors * Contribute to proposal ...

Lead complex structural engineering mandates across the mining, energy, and natural resources ... Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and contractors * Contribute to proposal ...

Senior Manager - Mine Closure & Reclamation

AB ยท On-site +1

CA$140K - CA$180K/yr

Build a scalable and profitable closure and reclamation practice within the mining and industrial ... Contractor and engineering coordination * Regulatory liaison and compliance support * Reclamation ...

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How much do mining contractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for mining contractor in Alberta is $36.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $46.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mining contractor?

A Mining Contractor is a professional or company hired to perform various mining-related tasks, including excavation, drilling, blasting, and transporting materials. They work on behalf of mining companies to develop and operate mine sites efficiently and safely. Responsibilities may range from site preparation to resource extraction while ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

What does a mining contractor do?

A typical day for a Mining Contractor involves overseeing on-site mining operations, coordinating teams of laborers, equipment operators, and technical specialists, and addressing any challenges that arise. You may spend time inspecting safety protocols, liaising with site engineers and project managers, and ensuring all work adheres to regulatory standards. Administrative duties such as submitting reports, project planning, and communicating with stakeholders are also common. The work environment is often outdoors or underground and can require adapting to varying weather, long hours, and frequent travel. Teamwork and proactive problem-solving are integral to keeping projects running smoothly and safely.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mining contractor?

To thrive as a Mining Contractor, you need expertise in geology, excavation, project management, and safety regulations, often supported by certifications such as MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) or relevant engineering degrees. Familiarity with heavy equipment, drilling machinery, mapping software, and compliance documentation systems is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and effective communication help manage crews and maintain safe operations on site. These skills collectively ensure efficient project delivery, safety compliance, and successful teamwork in a hazardous and dynamic mining environment.

Infographic showing various Mining Contractor job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 16% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,104 per year, or $36.6 per hour.

Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer

BBA, Inc.

Calgary, AB โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Your future role on our team

This opportunity is for a self-motivated, team-orientedGeotechnical Engineer with outstanding design and project management experienceacross the mining, oil sands, hydroelectric and heavy civil infrastructuresectors. You'll manage the full scope of engineering assignments and help growBBA's geotechnical and engineering services across the Canadian Prairies.

Alberta's energy, mining and heavy-civil markets aremoving fast: oil sands operators are modernizing tailings and daminfrastructure, mining clients are expanding critical-mineral projects and theprovince's decarbonization push is creating new geotechnical challenges everyweek. BBA's Calgary and Edmonton teams are growing to meet this demand, andwe're looking for a self-motivated Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer who wantsto be at the centre of it.

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

  • Provide early-stage technical review and risk management for tailings, dam and mine-infrastructure projects
  • Lead geotechnical engineering evaluations and assessments
  • Prepare and manage site investigation plans
  • Manage geotechnical projects, from proposal through to delivery
  • Perform terrain hazard assessments
  • Perform dam and tailings facility design
  • Perform seepage and slope stability analyses for rock and soil
  • Perform underground design and provide construction supervision
  • Design and oversee geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring programs
  • Provide expertise in geotechnical and subsurface infrastructure solutions
  • Lead the production of geotechnical reports, specifications and drawings
  • Manage clients, contractors and subcontractors
  • Prepare and review geotechnical reports
  • Mentor and coach junior team members
  • Use your technical expertise to support business development opportunities