Posted 17 days ago
Geotechnical Engineer
@ Hays
Ontario
Overview
Hays is recruiting a Geotechnical Engineer for a global mining client expanding its team in Sudbury, Ontario. The role covers oversight of tailings storage facilities, dam safety programs and rehabilitation projects, with full onsite work Monday to Friday. Salary starts from approximately $115,000+ for intermediate engineers, plus a performance bonus, with health benefits and a company pension.
Responsibilities:
- Review geotechnical investigations and consultant reports
- Analyze instrumentation and monitoring data
- Conduct field inspections of tailings and dams
- Provide engineering recommendations for safe operations
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
- P.Eng. or eligibility for Ontario registration
- 10-15 years of geotechnical experience for intermediate level
- Experience with tailings facilities and dam safety
- GISTM or MAC TSM knowledge an asset
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-25
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-11
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office, Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | P.Eng. |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Relocation assistance, Performance bonus, Wellness |
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| Open jobs on Jobsy | 359 |
Your new company
Our client is a global mining leader committed to operational excellence, innovation, and responsible tailings management. As part of a strategic investment in growing their internal technical capabilities, they are expanding their Geotechnical Engineering team in Sudbury, Ontario. This group plays a critical role in the oversight, performance, and long-term stewardship of large-scale tailings facilities and dam infrastructure, supporting some of the most complex mining assets in Canada.
Your new role
As an Intermediate or Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will join a highly respected Tailings Management team responsible for the technical oversight of tailings storage facilities, dam safety programs, and rehabilitation projects. You will work closely with operations, projects teams, external consultants, and technical specialists to review geotechnical investigations, analyze monitoring data, conduct field inspections, and provide engineering recommendations that support safe and sustainable operations. This position offers strong long-term career growth, including progression into Responsible Tailings Facility Engineer (RTFE) and Engineer of Record (EOR) pathways.
What you'll need to succeed
- Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical, Civil, Geological, or related Engineering discipline.
- P.Eng. designation or eligibility for registration in Ontario.
- Willing to work Fully onsite in Sudbury, ON
- Intermediate candidates should possess approximately 10-15 years of relevant experience.
- Strong background in geotechnical engineering within mining, tailings, dams, or major earthworks projects.
- Experience with tailings facilities, tailings management, or mine waste management.
- Knowledge of dam safety programs, slope stability assessments, and geotechnical investigations.
- Experience reviewing consultant reports, engineering studies, and technical designs.
- Familiarity with instrumentation monitoring and interpretation of geotechnical performance data.
- Understanding of tailings governance frameworks, GISTM, MAC TSM, or related industry standards is considered an asset.
- Strong technical communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Mining operations, consulting engineering, or a combination of both backgrounds are highly valued.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary starting from approximately $115,000+ for Intermediate Engineers + performance bonus.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
- Company pension program.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
- Monday to Friday schedule with standard office hours.
- Opportunity to work on one of Canada's largest and most complex tailings facilities.
- Exposure to large-scale dam safety, tailings management, and rehabilitation initiatives.
- Clear technical and leadership career progression opportunities.
- Long-term stability within a globally recognized mining organization.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact us today for a confidential discussion. If this position isn't quite right for you but you're interested in opportunities within geotechnical engineering, mining, tailings, or dam safety, please reach out to discuss other opportunities that may align with your experience and career goals.
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