- Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team
- Boost your career by joining an established organization
- Receive a competitive salary of $95,000 - $120,000, plus bonus and benefits
Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide.
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Located approximately 155 kilometres northwest of Prince George in central BC, the Mount Milligan Mine is a conventional truck-shovel open-pit copper and gold mine and concentrator with a 60,000 tpd capacity copper flotation processing plant.
Mount Milligan operates with comfortable camp accommodations equipped with private washrooms, TV, Wi-Fi, an onsite gym, and other recreational activities. Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from several locations within the region.
Mount Milligan promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Engineer, Tailings to join our Mount Milligan Mine (MTM) operations site.
This role operates on a rotation of 14 days on / 14 days off at a 12-hour daily schedule with camp accommodations provided.
Reporting to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, the Engineer, Tailings supports the safe and effective construction, operation, and monitoring of the Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) at Mount Milligan. This role ensures geotechnical integrity through site investigations, instrumentation monitoring, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The engineer also contributes to planning and design efforts, ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational standards.
This position combines responsibilities from two previously separate roles: Geotechnical Engineer and Tailings Engineer. Working on a cross-shift rotation, the two engineers will alternate focus between instrumentation and construction oversight and tailings deposition planning and modelling, while maintaining the ability to backfill each other’s duties. The role supports safe and effective tailings facility management, integrating geotechnical monitoring, deposition planning, and water balance coordination.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and communicate Weekly Tailings Plan for Mill Operations and Site Services.
- Model tailings deposition and support water balance planning.
- Integrate tailings requirements into mine plans (13-week, quarterly, LOM).
- Design tailings infrastructure and coordinate barge/pipeline moves.
- Conduct sampling and data analysis to support deposition strategies.
- Collaborate with Engineer of Record and Senior Geotechnical Engineer.
- Scope and manage geotechnical investigations at the TSF.
- Monitor site instrumentation and maintain related databases.
- Attend daily and weekly technical meetings to communicate updates and safety concerns.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Geology, and Site Services teams to align priorities.
- Backfill each other’s responsibilities during off-shift rotations.
- Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with regulatory and operational standards.
- Maintain awareness of geotechnical risks and communicate them effectively.
- Bachelor’s degree in Geological, Geotechnical, or Civil Engineering.
- 2+ years of experience in mining or related geotechnical roles.
- Familiarity with geotechnical software (e.g., MinePlan, LeapFrog, Civil 3D, Muk3D).
- Strong communication, coordination, and project management skills.
- Valid driver’s license and access to transportation.
- Strong understanding of geotechnical field investigations, slope stability, and dam surveillance.
- Familiarity with geotechnical structures such as embankment dams and tailings facilities.
- Proficiency in geotechnical and mine planning software (e.g., MinePlan, LeapFrog, Civil 3D, Muk3D).
- Strong computer skills, including data management and analysis (VBA in Excel is an asset).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the operation.
- Project management and decision-making capabilities.
- Ability to coordinate projects and make sound decisions under field conditions.
- Registered or eligible for registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) as an EIT or P.Eng.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
- Must meet pre-employment testing requirements.
- Work involves a camp-based role at the Mount Milligan Mine site with a set work schedule on a 14x14, 12 hours per day
- Candidates must be able to maintain high levels of performance for extended shifts, up to 12 hours in duration
- Occasional exposure to hazardous environments with the requirement of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Mount Milligan is a safety-sensitive environment and promotes a drug & alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a ZERO – TOLERANCE policy, with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs/paraphernalia on site
- Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from Prince George, Fort St. James and Mackenzie
As a valued member of Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team, you can look forward to a competitive compensation structure based on experience, skills, and qualifications. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:
- Tax-free travel allowance commensurate with the distance required for travel
- Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance
- Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D
- Company-sponsored pension with Company match
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Healthcare Spending Account / Lifestyle Wellness Spending Account
- Reimbursements on work gear and equipment
- Annual Incentive Bonus
- Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
- Parental leave top-up program
- Professional development within the organization
- Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.
If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!
