Job Details:
Position Title |
Senior Tailings and Water Engineer |
Employment Type |
Full-Time |
Organization |
Taseko Mines Limited |
Location |
Vancouver, BC |
Reporting Relationship |
Director, Process Engineering |
Salary Range |
$126,200 to $140,200 per year |
About Taseko
Taseko Mines Limited is a dynamic and growing mine operator headquartered in Vancouver,
Canada. Focused on North America, Taseko is driven to unlock the true value of copper for a
complex and changing world.
For more information visit our website www.tasekomines.com.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Director, Process Engineering, the Senior Tailings and Water Engineer will be an
integral member of an experienced corporate engineering team working on a broad spectrum of
projects at various stages of design, permitting, construction and operation. Based in Vancouver,
the successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical oversight of tailings and
water related site investigation, lab testing, design, modelling, and effects assessments. This role
will also contribute to technical aspects of environmental assessments, permitting, NI 43-101
Technical Reports and evaluation of potentially accretive acquisitions.
Core Responsibilities
• Lead the performance of tailings and water related engineering studies, trade-off studies, cost
analysis and planning activities to support the advancement of developmental projects
• Ownership of geotechnical, geochemical, and hydrogeological aspects across various
development projects including site investigation, lab testing, design, modelling, and effects
assessments
• Contribute to technical aspects of due-diligence reviews, environmental assessments,
permitting, NI 43-101 Technical Reports and other public disclosures
• Assume a project management role for technical studies and field programs including
evaluating proposals, controlling costs and schedules, and coordinating deliverables
• Support evaluation of emergent or alternative technologies that could be applied to Taseko's
portfolio of development projects
• Present results of studies and projects to executive level staff in Vancouver through a variety
of methods including written reports, memos, live presentations, and informal discussions
• Adhere to Taseko's PPMP and internal procedures to produce high-quality engineering work
• Liaise with project staff, consultants, and contractors, and occasionally travel to sites for
technical support
• Communicate with government, stakeholders, and communities to support environmental
assessment and permitting of Taseko's development projects
• Participate in professional organizations and stay current on industry trends and
developments
Education & Experience
• Degree in Geotechnical, Civil, or Mine Engineering, or a related discipline
• 8 years of relevant technical and supervisory experience, including 3 years at operating mine
sites
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with EGBC in good standing
• Experience in equipment selection, cost estimation, and financial evaluation
• Deep understanding of mine waste and water management strategies, TSF design and
construction methodologies, and water treatment technologies
• Familiarity with alternative assessments, best available technology studies, stability
analysis, inundations studies, water balances, and water quality models
• Experience coordinating with specialists across a range of technical fields on an overall
project design
• Ability to manage a small team including consultants and internal personnel to deliver
results on time and on-budget
Skills & Competencies
• High ethical standards, accountability, and integrity
• Proven initiative and self-motivation
• Strong relationship management, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making
skills
• Excellent communication skills including written, presentation, and conversational skills
across a variety of audiences ranging from the general public to highly technical
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments at
one time
• Ability to lead and work within a small, dynamic, and multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively and within established timelines
• Understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements applicable for mining, including
requirements of NI 43-101 and EGBC
• Ability to act as a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101
Compensation
At all Taseko locations, we pride ourselves on offering a challenging and rewarding work
environment. Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through
development, education, and succession planning programs.
Additionally, our compensation & benefits package includes competitive salaries and vacation
packages, health, dental, and disability insurance benefits, and an RRSP matching program.
How to Apply
To apply for this exciting position and join our growing and dynamic organization, apply via the
Taseko website at www.tasekomines.com/careers/
or by sending your resume and cover letter to
jobs@tasekomines.com
Taseko is an equal opportunity employer who encourages applications from candidates of all
backgrounds and experiences. Please note, only candidates who are chosen to interview for this
role will be contacted.