Principal Tailings Engineer

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About the role

  • Principal Engineer overseeing tailings and brine systems at Jansen Potash Project in Canada. Focus on operations, compliance, and collaboration with engineering teams.

Responsibilities

  • Technical oversight of tailings and brine systems
  • Development and oversight of tailings management operating plan
  • Process optimization for tailings deposition, slurry transport, and water balance
  • Monitoring and managing process deviations, escalating as needed
  • Supporting tailings operational readiness including commissioning and risk management activities
  • Collaborate to ensure compliance with BHP standards and regulatory conditions
  • Daily interaction with Mill and Tailings operations teams

Requirements

  • Engineering degree in Process, Chemical, Geological, Environmental, or related discipline
  • Registered or eligible for registration in APEGS as P. Eng or P. Geo
  • Operational execution experience with tailings systems, brine management, and slurry handling
  • Capital project management experience is recommended
  • Comfort operating in a greenfield ramp-up environment

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development
  • Relocation assistance

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

OnsiteLeroyCanada

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