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Position: Senior Ground Control Engineer
Schedule:
The role operates on a 2-week on / 2-week off fly-in fly-out schedule, with relocation to Newfoundland and Labrador required.
Introduction
Brunel is currently seeking a Senior Ground Control Engineer to join a major mining operation in Voisey’s Bay, Labrador. This is a permanent, site-based position supporting both open pit and underground operations within a technically complex and safety-critical environment.
As a Senior Ground Control Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and support for the development and execution of ground control and geomechanical programs. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, reliable production through effective risk management, planning alignment, and continuous improvement across both short- and long-term mining activities.
Responsibilities
Support execution and continuous improvement of site-specific Ground Control Management Plans across open pit and underground operations
Lead geomechanically risk assessments for Life of Mine (LOM) plans and annual mine plans, ensuring optimized mining sequences and layouts
Develop and maintain ground control, seismic, and stability risk management plans in alignment with operational and regulatory requirements
Provide technical recommendations to ensure stability and safety of pit walls and underground excavations, including ground support design and optimization
Participate in audits and reviews (e.g., seismic and geotechnical assessments) and develop action plans to address findings
Respond to ground control issues and incidents, leading investigations and implementing corrective actions to mitigate future risks
Monitor and verify ground support and installation quality through QA/QC processes in underground operations
Install and maintain ground movement and seismic monitoring instrumentation programs
Coordinate with Mine Operations and Mine Planning teams to align short- and long-term ground control strategies
Develop and deliver ground control hazard awareness training for site personnel
Lead or contribute to investigations of major ground instability events and support continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements
Bachelor of Engineering (Mining preferred or related discipline)
Minimum 4+ years of experience in an underground mining environment
Strong technical understanding of ground control and geomechanics principles
Experience with ground control software applications (Deswik experience considered an asset)
Proven ability to assess risk, manage complexity, and support operational decision-making
Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work in a site-based, fly-in fly-out environment and adapt to changing operational priorities
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Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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