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Senior Specialist Engineer – Optimization Project Lead
Gold Fields
Job Type
Permanent, Full time
Experience
10 years +
Education
University
Category
Engineering
Specialization
Mining Engineering
Our client is currently seeking a Senior Specialist Engineer – Optimization Project Lead to support the development of a major project located in Northern Quebec. This initiative represents one of the most ambitious mining developments in recent decades.
As a leading global mining company, the organization is committed to sustainability, innovation, and long-term value creation
Position Overview
Reporting to the technical leadership team, the incumbent will be responsible for the planning, design, scheduling, and optimization of mining operations (open pit and underground). The role plays a key part in strategic studies, due diligence, and asset optimization.
- Analyze technical data (resources, reserves, models, costs)
- Evaluate and optimize mine plans and schedules
- Develop economically viable mining scenarios
- Build long-term mine plans (cash flow, life of mine, NPV)
- Integrate operational constraints into planning models
- Prepare high-level technical reports
- Conduct due diligence reviews
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary international teams
- Support executive-level decision-making processes
- Perform site visits as required
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering
- Minimum 15 years of relevant experience
- Strong underground mining experience (mandatory)
- International and multi-jurisdictional experience
- Strong understanding of the mining lifecycle
Technical skills
- Proficiency with tools such as Deswik, Whittle, Minemax, NPV Scheduler
- Advanced mine optimization expertise
- Mine planning (conceptual to detailed level)
- Financial modeling and cost estimation
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Core competiencies
- Leadership and autonomy
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong sense of accountability
- Adaptability and resilience
- Innovative mindset
Working conditions
- Schedule: 5 days/week (hybrid)
- Based in Montreal
- Occasional national and international travel
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus program
- Comprehensive group insurance (health, dental, life)
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Dynamic and international work environment
- Flexible hybrid work model
- Competitive vacation policy
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Industry
Mines et métaux
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