Senior Mine Engineer

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.   

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders.  Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.  

The Senior Mine Engineer reports directly to the Chief Mine Engineer.

What you will do:

• Act as the Mine Engineering department representative on (or to lead) multidisciplinary project teams.  Responsibilities will include: development of project scope, schedule and budget, performing progress inspections and reporting on variance, ensuring geotechnical, ventilation, and surveying needs are identified and incorporated within projects. 
• Collaborate with mine planning personnel to develop and execute long and short range mine plans.
• Develop ground support designs, ventilation designs, and mining layouts.
• Lead underground mining projects from inception through to completion.
• Perform field inspections to assess ground conditions and ventilation controls.  This includes enforcing Nutrien standards and procedures, and taking action to correct any deficiencies identified.
• Provide technical support to other mine departments.
• Be a safety leader and work closely within a collaborative team environment. 
• Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers.  Potential opportunity to lead a small technical team.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor of Science in Mining or Geological Engineering. 

• Must be registered (or eligible for registration) as a Professional with the Association of Professional Engineers & Geologists of Saskatchewan (APEGS)

• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in an underground mining environment. 
• A strong understanding of mining rock mechanics, ground control, and mine ventilation.
• Previous experience in mine planning.
• Commitment to safety.
• Capable and willing to work underground.
• Knowledge of Saskatchewan potash mining methods.
• Leadership skills, including experience directly leading people or teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient using CAD software. 
• Familiarity with mine planning software would be an asset

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!   

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.   

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.   

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