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Tailings Engineer of Record

Job in Vancouver, BC, Canada
Listing for: BGC Engineering Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-14
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 - 250000 CAD Yearly CAD 125000.00 250000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About BGC Engineering Inc.
BGC Engineering Inc. (BGC) is an international applied earth sciences professional services firm with over 800 employees spanning Engineering, Geoscience, Software, Geomatics, Data Science, Accounting, Administration, Health & Safety, and Human Resources. BGC works collaboratively as ‘One Team’, dedicated to solving the world’s most critical applied earth science challenges. Offices are located across Canada, the United States, Chile, the Dominican Republic, and Australia.

The Role
BGC is seeking a North America–based Geotechnical or Geological Engineer with experience in tailings dam design and construction. The successful candidate will serve as the tailings storage facility Engineer of Record (EoR) and lead a multidisciplinary team to design and support the construction, operation, and closure of a tailings storage facility (TSF). The position can be based in any BGC North American office.

Required Education, Experience & Competencies

Demonstrated competency and experience in tailings management.

Undergraduate degree in Civil or Geological Engineering.

Registered as a Professional Engineer in North America.

10+ years of relevant work experience in tailings management, dam design, or mining geotechnical engineering.

Current knowledge of applicable regulations, including the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) and other relevant guidelines and standards.

Experience in all phases of tailings projects: site investigation, design, construction, operations, and closure.

Strong leadership, analytical, project management, and communication skills.

Maintain a valid passport and be willing to travel as required for project work and networking.

Position Requirements

Drug & Alcohol Testing:
Employees may be required to take a drug and alcohol test prior to engaging in field work. Testing may also be requested within the first week of employment, or in the future as required.

Driver’s License:
Employees must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive a field pickup truck. A driver’s abstract will be required for a safety review of driving history upon hiring.

Travel and Vaccination:
Employees may be required to receive vaccinations such as yellow fever, COVID-19, malaria, etc., to meet travel and client requirements.

Company Benefits

‘One Team’ culture supporting health, wellness, safety and diversity.

Comprehensive benefits package

Health, Dental and Vision coverage

LTD, Life, AD&D and Business Travel Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave top ups

Professional development and mentoring opportunities

Flat management structure

Flexible workplace with office and home arrangements

Social and wellness activities

Casual and professional work environment

The estimated base salary range for this position is $125,000-$250,000 CAD per annum, with base pay commensurate with job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. BGC’s compensation package also includes a training allowance and a comprehensive medical and dental plan.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
BGC strives to create a workplace where equity, diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout our culture and practices. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all candidates, including those experiencing inequity such as racialized individuals, Indigenous People, women, people of diverse sexual orientations, identities and expressions, veterans, individuals with disabilities, people of all faiths, nationalities, marital status, ages, and family status.

For assistance or accommodation with your application, please contact us at

Disclosures

At BGC, we use Artificial Intelligence to streamline parts of the recruitment process, however all decisions about candidate selection and advancement continue to be made by our hiring team.

This posting reflects expertise that we are open to considering on an ongoing basis, as part of our commitment to growth and expanding our capabilities.

This posting will remain open on a continuous basis and may close without notice.

Privacy Notice:
By submitting an application you are consenting to BGC Engineering Inc. using and storing provided information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment.

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