Senior Mining Consultant

Senior Mining Engineer Location | Vancouver Department | Consulting Opportunity for a Senior Mining Engineer with underground expertise in Sudbury. We are growing across Canada and North America, so have an opportunity for a Senior Mining Engineer to join our Vancouver team as a Senior Mining Consultant. We are looking for a senior underground mining professional, ideally with exposure to Deswik software. You will have experience in operational mine planning (design and scheduling), feasibility studies, optimisation strategies, and general mine projects. Working with our high-performing Consulting Team, this role will see you: Work with Deswik’s highly specialised mine planning software products across multiple customers, commodities, mine types and operations Provide extensive consulting services including mine design, production planning and scheduling, cost modelling for feasibility studies, operational optimisation projects and mine closure planning Deliver advanced engineering efficiency to the mining industry through customised software, consulting and training solutions Work alongside highly experienced engineers, geologists and software professionals Mentor early-career mining engineers What’s in it for you? The opportunity to become an expert Deswik user A competitive salary between CAD130,000 - CAD180,000 (dependent on skills and experience) and annual bonus The opportunity to join our amazing Deswik community where we have fun adapting quickly, challenging the status quo and pushing technical boundaries Learn, share and explore mine planning knowledge globally with our team of well over 100 mining consultants Flexible, hybrid schedule The opportunity to work closely with our software developers scoping, building, testing and using unique mine planning product offerings A dynamic role that’ll see you constantly building and broadening your skillset The Deswik community at your back to provide support as you elevate mining operations to the next level You will be trusted to do your job and have support when you need it. We’re run by engineers who ‘get it’ and are dedicated to fostering a positive work environment for our teams What you need to succeed: Degree in Mining Engineering 7+ years’ experience in underground mining as a Mining Engineer Operational experience in site-based roles Excellent mine planning software skills (Deswik software a distinct advantage) Demonstrated experience in feasibility studies, mine planning and optimisation strategies, schedule optimisation and scheduling An expert Deswik user A flair for consulting and managing customer relationships Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal A passion for innovation and a desire to grow and learn P.Eng or PE designation would be beneficial but not essential Why Deswik? Deswik, a Sandvik owned company, is a global leader in mine planning software and consulting, with over 500 professionals across 21 offices globally. Our tools are used at over 1,000+ sites worldwide, and we invest heavily in R&D to stay ahead. We’re proud to be part of the mining industry's digital transformation. Exceptional culture - supportive, low‑ego, and high‑trust Global impact - your work supports teams and customers worldwide Autonomy and flexibility - we hire capable people and trust them Growth and learning - work alongside experts and evolve your career Deswik is a Sandvik owned Company - applying for this opportunity will take you to our Workday jobs board and you will receive responses from [email protected]. If you are looking for a highly technical Sudbury-based mining consulting role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today! Given Deswik's global reach, the successful candidate may be required to travel up to 40% of the year, typically within North America. Please note: at this time, we are only considering applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Provide expert consulting services in mine design, production planning, and scheduling using Deswik software for various customers and commodities. The role involves delivering engineering efficiency through customized solutions and mentoring early-career mining engineers.

Requires a degree in Mining Engineering and over 7 years of experience in underground mining, specifically in site-based operational roles. Proficiency in Deswik software and experience with feasibility studies and optimization strategies are essential.

• Annual Bonus • Flexible Hybrid Schedule • Professional Development • Mentorship Opportunities

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• Underground Mining
• Deswik Software
• Mine Planning
• Mine Design
• Production Scheduling
• Feasibility Studies
• Operational Optimisation
• Cost Modelling
• Mine Closure Planning
• Consulting
• Customer Relationship Management
• Mentoring

• Consulting
• Engineering
• Manufacturing

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Aug 28, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level