Mining Engineering Co-op

2w2 weeks ago

Skeena Resources Limited

Kitimat, CA · Full-time · C$42,000 – C$60,000

About this role

Reporting directly to the Technical Services Manager, the Mining Engineering Co-op Student assists Skeena's Technical Services team by contributing to day-to-day operations while collaborating with the Operations and Project Execution teams. This dynamic position involves working in tandem with field technicians, assayers, and mining and geological engineers.

Day-to-day responsibilities include providing technical support for surface mining and construction activities, assisting engineers with data analysis, material balance, drawings preparation and review, and managing drill hole data. The role also involves creating and maintaining accurate daily production reports and supporting blast-hole assay sample collection.

This role is integral to the Skeena Gold + Silver Team, giving the student great exposure to the construction phase of a fast-paced, challenging, and diverse mining environment. The position is located at the remote Eskay Creek mine site and operates on a 15 days on/13 days off camp rotation.

This co-op opportunity provides a unique chance to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios, enhancing your skills and fostering professional growth. It offers a wonderful opportunity to develop your skills while adding value to the organization in a construction-phase mining environment.

Requirements

Active enrollment in an accredited undergraduate program – Mining Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Geology/Earth Sciences
Available for a 4 or 8-month work term
Practical understanding of the mining industry and mining processes
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
Detail oriented with excessive attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Effective team player who can jump in wherever is needed
Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently and with others

Responsibilities

Provide technical support to the Operations and Execution teams for surface mining and construction activities
Assist engineers with data analysis, monitoring, material balance activities, and drawings preparation and review
Load, review, and analyze drill hole data and assist in managing the drill hole database
Create and maintain accurate daily production reports and prepare weekly production reports
Assist with blast-hole assay sample collection and preparation
Support field quality assurance/quality control work, field surveying, and geological mapping
Perform productivity simulations and cycle-time studies, advising engineering on forecasted mining and production rates