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Position Description:

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you! 

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Senior Mine Engineer to join our Fourmile project.  The successful candidate will support the Project Manager with the safe delivery of the pre-feasibility study and exploration development, critically assessing the technical, economic, and financial aspects of the proposed Fourmile project, establishing basic engineering and viability of the project. Be a key contributor to the development of a world class underground asset from pre-feasibility through operation.  This candidate will be part of a team of engineers, geologists, operations personnel, hydrogeologists and other technical specialists, leading and mentoring junior team members whilst developing and refining their own skills in engineering, project management and leadership.

At Barrick, our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities. 

Responsibilities:

• Effectively produce life of mine project designs and costing to incorporate the impact of geologic model revisions and updates, incorportating geotechnical parameters. Assist in the preparation of Reserve and Resource estimates for the project

• Optimize mine designs and schedules through the completion of iterative scenarios with consideration of future growth prospects. 

• Effectively use mine scheduling software to produce life of mine schedules for use in budgeting and forecasting; incorporate capital mine access designs into the schedule

• Produce study project forecasts and budgets at regular intervals in various formats for inclusion in other business programs

• Implement Xeras models to forecast mine and maintenance operating costs.

• Equipment selection for additions and replacements to the production fleet.

• Leadership, mentoring and development of team members 

• Formulate project parameters, and assist in monitoring progress to address constraints

• The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive   

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mine Engineering and minimum 10 years of experience, or a related field with equivalent experience required

• Minimum 3 years of mine design and scheduling required

• Ventilation experience required

• Technical communication and presentation skills required

• Expert knowledge in underground mine engineering and design are required

• Qualified Persons status preferred

• Project management skills are preferred

• Ability to operate efficiently in MS Office applications, Deswik software suite, Xeras and VentSim preferred

• Strong communication and team fostering skills required

What We Can Offer You  

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Barrick is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Our mission is to be the world's most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company.  With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States.  We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth.  Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".