Mine Engineering Technician

Goderich, ON
$75,000-90,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

16 days ago
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The Opportunity:Our client in southwestern Ontario is hiring a Mine Engineering Technician (Ground Control) to join the Engineering team at a large underground salt mining operation in Goderich, Ontario. This role supports ground control and rock mechanics programs while also assisting mine planning activities through scheduling, drafting, and data collection. Working closely with the Ground Control Engineer and cross-functional teams, this position plays a key role in maintaining safe underground conditions and supporting efficient, compliant mining operations.What You'll Be Doing:

Install and maintain rock mechanics instrumentation in underground excavations
Collect, format, and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly rock mechanics data
Inspect underground excavation conditions and assist with rehabilitation planning
Complete geologic mapping of underground openings as required
Perform 3D scanning of surface and underground areas, including data processing and registration
Conduct ground-penetrating radar (GPR) surveys and assist with data analysis and presentation
Support weekly mine-wide ventilation surveys, including issue identification and corrective action development
Complete monthly audits of underground openings, assessing ground conditions and support integrity
Maintain engineering drawings, records, and technical documentation
Coordinate with mine operations personnel to arrange equipment needs and instrumentation installation
Stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies to improve safety and operational efficiency
Provide general support to the Engineering Department and perform other related duties as required

What You'll Need to Be Successful:

Diploma as a Mine Engineering Technologist or Technician
3-5 years of mining experience preferred
Experience with underground soft rock mining considered an asset
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
AutoCAD experience is highly desirable
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Willingness and ability to work in elevated man lifts (up to approximately 60 feet above the mine floor)
Ability to work underground in a safety-critical environment and support a 24-hour operation

Compensation Range: $75,000 - $90,000

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