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Do workers at Freeport-McMoRan get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
87% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Does Freeport-McMoRan pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
93% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

At Freeport-McMoRan, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
34% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from Freeport-McMoRan affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
98% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Freeport-McMoRan?

Most people get paid time off work.
98% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Only some people find out their schedule four weeks ahead of time.
  • 38% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 9% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 50% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and April 2026.

Do workers at Freeport-McMoRan worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
87% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do Freeport-McMoRan workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
74% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 103 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it for Freeport-McMoRan workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
73% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Freeport-McMoRan?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do Freeport-McMoRan managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
91% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 108 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do jobs at Freeport-McMoRan spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
15% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 105 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Freeport-McMoRan?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
91% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is a Freeport-McMoRan job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
100% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and March 2026.

Is working at Freeport-McMoRan good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
52% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Freeport-McMoRan feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
71% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Freeport-McMoRan get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
48% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Freeport-McMoRan?

Some people feel stressed here.
65% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Freeport-McMoRan enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
80% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Freeport-McMoRan recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
49% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Freeport-McMoRan?

Most people got enough training when they started.
76% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Freeport-McMoRan?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 70% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people think Freeport-McMoRan’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
77% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Freeport-McMoRan is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
69% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
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Chief Underground Geomechanical Engineer

Freeport McMoRan

Vancouver, BC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago


Freeport-McMoRan rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 140 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

8th of 41 rated mining


Job description

Why You Should Apply for This Job  

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you'll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today!

Where You Will Work 

This position is initially based in Vancouver, Canada for approximately 12-18 months, allowing the successful candidate to build familiarity with key operations and teams. Upon completion of this initial period, the role will transition into a permanent, full-time position in the United States, supporting ongoing business needs and long-term career development within the organization. 

What You Will Do

This position will oversee underground geotechnical aspects related to underground mine design, planning, and implementation. Includes excavation stability management, development design, production planning, underground excavation support design, stability monitoring, and will serve as resource for Geomechanical information and analysis.

  • Perform critical review of technical reports, analyses, design plans, specifications, cost estimates and develop appropriate recommendations. Stay abreast of the state of the practice in geotechnical engineering to fulfill this role.
  • Manage and review underground excavation stability, analysis and remedial work including underground excavation monitoring, data processing, rock strength parameters, and geologic structures.
  • Develop, maintain, and implement strategic plans to promote safe execution of the mine designs and production plans.
  • Manage projects and serve as subject matter expert (SME) on large/complex site planning/construction, expansion, or modifications. Provide guidance to site managers and engineers on applicable programs, practices, and regulations.
  • Develop and review ground support designs for underground excavations to ensure a safe working environment based on relevant geological/geotechnical data and stress conditions using empirical (Q or RMR), kinematic (unWedge) and numerical (RS3, Map3) based analysis methods.
  • Provide input and oversight related to the development, implementation, and monitoring of management plans and procedures related to corporate governance.
  • Proactively seek improvements to the safe mining of mine reserves relating to underground excavation monitoring, underground excavation maintenance, underground excavation support designs, Geomechanical data acquisition and analyses.
  • Manage and provide Geomechanical project oversight and review relating to outside consultants.
  • Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
  • Represent the site on company sponsored steering committees, task forces, or teams.

What You Bring To Freeport

  • Bachelor's degree in Geological Engineering/Geotechnical Engineering/Mining Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited curriculum, with courses in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering and seven (7) years of experience in applicable field of expertise, including lead or supervisory experience; OR
  • Master's degree in Geological Engineering/Geotechnical Engineering/Mining Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited curriculum, with courses in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering and five (5) years of experience in applicable field of expertise, including lead or supervisory experience
  • Experience working as a Geomechanical/Geotechnical engineer at underground mining operations or as a consultant with extensive practical experience supporting underground mining operations.
  • Knowledge in the principles and practices of mining, rock mechanics, geological, and/or geotechnical engineering or a related field of science or engineering
  • Technical and analytical skills to undertake and review complex designs and mine plans.
  • Experience in and knowledge of numerical modeling approaches to solving engineering challenges.
  • Knowledge of appropriate software (MS Office, AutoCAD, and geotechnical analysis)
  • Fluent in English.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing to a diversely educated audience.
  • Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety of yourself and others.
  • Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
  • Ability and willingness to travel internationally for at least 2 weeks every quarter.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Field experience gained at an underground and preferably caving operation.
  • Fifteen (15) years of experience in applicable field of expertise, including lead or supervisory experience
  • Experience in rockmass characterization, interpretation of geotechnical lab tests, and engineering analysis.
  • Project Management experience.
  • Proficiency in using geotechnical software.

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay-range for this role is currently $150,000 - $200,000 CAD. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process.

             Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits

             Company-paid life and disability insurance

             RRSP plan with employer contribution/match

             Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay

             Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

What We Require 

             Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Please be advised Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com.


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