The Windfall Project, owned by Gold Fields, is located in northern Québec. By joining our passionate team, committed to creating lasting value beyond mining, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the construction and startup of a world-class mining project, one of the most ambitious in recent decades.

Gold Fields is a globally diversified gold producer with operations in Australia, South Africa, Ghana, Peru, Canada and Chile. At Gold Fields, we are committed to achieving an inclusive workforce and recognize that the diverse talent of our people will ultimately determine our growth, performance and success.

This is a role that offers you the opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives, collaborate with experts, and contribute to our growth in Québec. You will thrive in a dynamic environment where challenges and an exceptional workplace will support your professional growth.

Join the Windfall adventure!

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Reporting to the Planning Coordinator, the Mid Term Planning Engineer will be responsible for developing a mid term planning schedule that effectively bridges long term and short term mine planning. The incumbent will prepare detailed mine plans for an intermediate planning horizon. Based at the Montréal office, the position follows a 5 days on / 2 days off work schedule. The role will also require occasional site visits during the planning study phases.

Duties and responsibilities

• Integrate short term design with long term design to eliminate inconsistencies;

• Design mine development at all levels based on grade (including production stopes);

• Prepare and maintain an infrastructure inventory:

a. List all developed and installed infrastructure (e.g., electrical substations, ventilation walls/doors, auxiliary fans, etc.);

b. List all developed but not yet installed infrastructure;

c. List all infrastructure to be installed;

• Generate underground activity schedules (development, production, construction, and other activities) using Deswik, MS Project, and other formats. Utilize fields for cost estimation (labour, materials, etc.);

• Provide support to stakeholders in defining the scope of detailed engineering, procurement, and other requests;

• Monitor progress and adjust planning as required;

• Ensure, in collaboration with the Mine Department, compliance with execution plans;

• Prepare technical reports, plans, and specifications;

• Demonstrate visible leadership and actively promote a strong safety culture;

• Participate in the evaluation, analysis, and recommendation of process improvements;

• Deliver presentations, when required, to Senior Management and other stakeholders to communicate project progress;

• Actively participate in various organizational meetings;

• Act as the Company’s representative on site and ensure that all work is executed in accordance with industry best practices;

• Ensure company objectives are clearly identified and reflected during the planning process;

• Comply at all times with occupational health and safety and environmental policies and regulations, and ensure adherence by personnel;

• Perform any other related duties associated with the Mid Term Planning Engineer role that contribute to the successful completion of the project.

Qualifications required

• Hold a university degree in Mining Engineering or Geological Engineering;

• Be a member in good standing of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ);

• Have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in the mining industry;

• Demonstrate strong proficiency in French and a good working knowledge of English;

• Hold a valid Class 5 driver’s licence;

• Possess Mining Modules (FMTM) 1 2 3 4 5 and 7 (asset);

• Hold a valid explosives permit.

Technical skills

• Demonstrate knowledge of the various processes in accordance with industry standards;

• Be proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, etc.) as well as specialized software such as the Deswik suite and AutoCAD;

• Knowledge of Ventsim and Rocscience software (asset);

• Possess a solid understanding of applicable laws and regulations governing exploration and mining sites.

Basic skills

• Demonstrate rigor and discipline in occupational health and safety;

• Be an excellent communicator;

• Be a strong team player, demonstrating tact and political acumen;

• Be flexible and open to change and constructive feedback;

• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively identify priorities;

• Exhibit sound judgment, critical thinking, and strong analytical reasoning skills.

Please note that the masculine form used in this document refers to both men and women. The masculine gender is used without discrimination and for the sole purpose of lightening the text.

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If necessary, Gold Fields Windfall may communicate your personal information to a third party, in order to pursue your recruitment file, within the limits permitted by law and subject to a confidentiality undertaking by the third party.