At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide geotechnical engineering support for mining projects and ensure quality construction.
- Company: Join a leading mining company with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
- Benefits: Fly-In/Fly-Out schedule, accommodation, meals, and competitive salary.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the Oil & Gas industry while working on exciting projects.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 4+ years of relevant experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
We are seeking one candidate as a Geotechnical Engineer. The ideal candidate will be a professional with a minimum of 4 years experience or up to 10+ years experience, with preference given to those with experience in the Oil & Gas industry (specifically with Oil Sands Mining experience). Although we will consider junior level candidates as well.
This position is for a FIFO to Fort McMurray, and the candidate can be either based in Calgary, AB., or Edmonton, AB.
The ideal candidate will have experience with:
- civil engineering and construction oversight within an operating mine
- mine waste and tailings design
- understanding of soil mechanics and rock mechanics
- slope stability analysis
- seepage analysis
- design of large scale construction features for mining sites (tailings dam and containment structures; roads and pipelines; waste storage; ore stockpiles; reclamation)
- proficient in mining software (including MineScape; MineSight; AutoCAD; Geo-Slope)
- data analysis
- communication skills
- report writing ability
Our current client is a major mining company and the successful candidate will be working on a team of professionals in an operating mine facility. As this is a Fly-In Fly-Out position, the candidate can be located in either Calgary, AB. or Edmonton, AB. You will be supplied accommodation, transportation and meals while on-site. The roster for this position is 1 week in - 1 week off.
Responsibilities include:
- Providing geotechnical engineer support for construction and ensuring quality work is being followed to specifications
- Providing geotechnical engineering support to mine waste and tailings management projects
- Carrying out on-site engineering data analyses and determining appropriate actions for follow-up
- Carrying out geotechnical investigations, instrument installation, and construction quality assurance for dams, roads, buildings and other mine site infrastructure
- Assisting with planning and supervising geotechnical subsurface investigations
- Assisting with writing geotechnical reports and technical communications
- Providing support to senior geotechnical engineer / geotechnical manager
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (geotechnical, civil or a related field)
- Registered as a Professional Engineer or Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T) with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA)
- 4 to 10+ years of experience (preference given to Oil & Gas [Oil Sands] experience in large civil earthworks construction mining related projects, which include: field construction, performance monitoring, construction quality assurance, inspection and testing)
- Proficient in engineering software (Geo-Slope; MineScape; AutoCAD; Microsoft Office)
- Skilled in data interpretation, analysis and correlation
- Ability to work independently as well as in a small team setting; and foster effective working relationships with their peers
- Previous experience in Oil Sands operations will be an asset
Only candidates who are legally permitted to work in Canada will be considered. Registration with APEGA is a condition of employment. Professional Designation of P.Eng is preferred, or ability to achieve a P.Eng is required. This position will require successful completion of background reference checks as well as education and credentials verification.
BERYL Job # 2026-12FIFO-GE Beryl Mining Services is an equal opportunity employer, and is proud to encourage and support diversity and inclusion in the mining industry.
Civil / Geotech Engineer – Fort McMurray in Calgary employer: Beryl Mining Services Ltd.
Beryl Mining Services is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, our work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, particularly in the dynamic environment of Fort McMurray's Oil Sands sector. Employees benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive support during their Fly-In/Fly-Out schedule, and opportunities for continuous learning and advancement within the mining industry.
Contact Details:
Beryl Mining Services Ltd. Recruitment Team
