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Intermediate Mine Engineer

Tumbler Ridge, BC
CA$110,000 - CA$130,000/annual
Mid Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Paid vacation and personal days
7% RRSP matching
100% employer-paid extended health and dental care

About the role

####**Terms of Employment:**Full-time, Permanent Position

####**Schedule:**Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day

####About Us

Conuma Resources is a leading Canadian producer of metallurgical coal used in steelmaking around the world. Since 2016, we’ve grown to own and operate a portfolio of five surface mines in the Peace River Coalfields of Northeast British Columbia. Our operations support over 1,000 direct jobs and thousands more indirectly, contributing to the strength of the communities where we live and work. Today, our active mines include Willow Creek, located about 40 minutes from Chetwynd, and Quintette, just 15 minutes from Tumbler Ridge.

Guided by our core values of Safety, Heart, Growth, One Conuma Strong, and Sustainability, we remain focused on responsible growth and on delivering long-term value and resilience to our people and partners.

Come home to Conuma — where community meets opportunity!

####Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain short-term and rolling mine plans, including bench designs, haul roads, waste dumps, and coal release sequencing

  • Prepare and update production drilling and blasting plans; work with contractors to optimize blast performance, fragmentation, and dilution control.

  • Ensure mine plans are executable in the field and aligned with equipment capabilities, operational constraints, and safety requirements.

  • Oversee conventional and GPS-based surveys to support mine development, reconciliation, and progress tracking.

  • Maintain accurate and current electronic mine plans reflecting pit, bench, and dump development.

  • Monitor plan compliance and adjust designs, sequencing, and priorities in response to changing site conditions and production demands.

####Education, Experience & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering.

  • Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)

  • 3–5 years of progressive experience in open pit mining operations, preferably in coal.

  • Demonstrated experience producing executable mine plans and working directly with operations and mining contractors

  • Strong working knowledge of mine planning, scheduling, and design software.

####Technical Competencies & Skills

  • Ability to work a 5x2 schedule, consisting of 8-hour shifts.

  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate in English.

  • Comfortable working in an active open pit mining environment, including regular field exposure and varying weather conditions.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks and develop practical, field-ready solutions.

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

  • Proficient in the use of computer systems and various software applications relevant to the role.

  • High attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks and perform duties with minimal supervision.

####Wage and Benefits

Conuma Resources takes pride in providing industry-competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package that truly values our employees. Specifically for the Intermediate Mine Engineer we offer an annual base salary range of $110,000.00 - $130,000.00, along with a variety of bonuses. These bonuses include monthly efficiency bonuses linked to safety and production, quarterly retention bonuses, and a performance bonus tailored to reward your contributions. Our benefits package also includes paid vacation and personal days, 7% RRSP matching, and 100% employer-paid extended health and dental care, among other valuable perks.

####Employee Transportation

Employee bus transportation is available from:

  • Tumbler Ridge to our Quintette Mine, Wolverine Mine, Brule Mine, and Willow Creek Mine
  • Chetwynd to our Brule Mine and Willow Creek Mine
  • Dawson Creek to our Willow Creek Mine
  • Mackenzie to our Willow Creek Mine

####Pre-Employment Testing

Please be advised that all selected applicants will be required to complete pre-employment testing.

####Come Home to Conuma

Nestled in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, our local communities in Northeastern British Columbia offer a plethora of outdoor activities, from hiking near majestic waterfalls to exploring 97-million-year-old dinosaur footprints. Engage in ATV and snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, ice hockey, swimming, cycling, and immerse yourself in the warmth of a close-knit community. Affordable costs of living make this region an ideal place to raise a family.

######Conuma Resources is an equal opportunity employer.

#######INDCR

About Conuma Resources

Mining
201-500

"At the Heart of Steel" - Conuma Resources is a leading Canadian producer of steelmaking coal for use in the global steelmaking trade. Located in North Eastern British Columbia, our operations are near the towns of Tumbler Ridge and Chetwynd. Our 800+ employees help us be #ConumaStrong.

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