About the role#
We are looking for an undergraduate mining engineering student to join our team at the Musselwhite Mine for a 16-month work placement. This position reports to the Engineering Supervisor and provides direct experience in an underground gold mine setting.
What you'll do#
- Gain exposure to underground mine survey techniques and assist with cavity monitor surveys.
- Support mine planners in creating development, stoping, and drill and blast designs using standard engineering practices.
- Help ventilation technicians conduct surveys and determine site requirements.
- Follow all safety protocols, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
What you'll need#
- You are a co-op eligible undergraduate student entering your 3rd or 4th year of a mining engineering program.
- Strong communication skills in oral, written, and listening formats.
- Ability to facilitate and present information effectively.
- You work well with a diverse team and interact positively with coworkers.
- Capability to adapt to a production-oriented environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Musselwhite Mine, Ontario.
- Term: Starts May 2027 for a 16-month period.
- Schedule: 14 days on, 14 days off, with 12-hour shifts.
- Compensation: $34.65 per hour, based on skills and experience.
About Orla Mining Ltd
Orla Mining Ltd is a public company based in Vancouver, British Columbia. It focuses on the acquisition, development, and operation of mineral properties. The company maintains three material projects, including two operating gold and silver mines in Mexico and Canada, plus a development project in Nevada. It employs 435 people.
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