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Short Range Planning Engineer

Dubreuilville, ONOnsiteFull TimeCA$98,600–CA$147,900 /yrPosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • underground mining
  • short term mine plan
  • 7/21 schedules
  • mine plans
  • production forecasts
  • infrastructure integration
  • construction requirements
  • maintenance requirements
  • short-range plan
  • mid-range mine plans

Nice to have

  • longhole mining

Role summary

Alamos Gold is seeking an experienced Mine Engineer for Short Term Planning at their Island Gold Mine in northern Ontario. Reporting to the Senior Production Engineer, this role is responsible for developing and optimizing short-term mine plans (7/21 schedules) to align with strategic objectives and operational needs. Key responsibilities include integrating infrastructure, construction, and maintenance requirements, collaborating with operations, geology, and engineering teams, conducting analysis for continuous improvement, and contributing to reporting and budgeting. The role also involves providing guidance to junior engineers and supporting site-wide initiatives. Candidates require a Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering, 3-5 years of underground mining experience with planning experience, and proficiency in Deswik or equivalent software.

About Alamos Gold Inc.: Alamos Gold is a Canadian-based gold producer with a long-term track record of creating value for all stakeholders through solid financial performance, low-cost production growth, and a company-wide commitment to social responsibility and environmental stewardship. We currently operate three mines – two in Canada and one in Mexico – and we have a strong portfolio of development stage projects, including the Lynn Lake Project and Island Gold Phase 3+ Expansion in Canada, and Puerto Del Aire Project in Mexico. Alamos also has an early-stage exploration project in Canada, the Qiqavik Gold Project. Our core values of safety, teamwork, environmental sustainability, integrity, and commitment allow our more than 1,900 dedicated team members to thrive in their careers and to create a lasting legacy that benefits all Alamos stakeholders. 

About Island Gold District: Alamos Gold’s Island Gold District will become one of the largest and lowest-cost gold mines in Canada. With the two mines within the district, Island Gold and Magino employ over 900 team members who work in the underground and open pit operations and are located in northern Ontario, just east of the town of Dubreuilville, 83 kilometres northeast of Wawa. Through ongoing exploration success, Island Gold District’s Mineral Reserves and Resources have continued to grow in size and quality. Join the Island Gold District team and be a part of the long-life mining operations, as we prioritize our employee growth, high performance and a culture of safety and accountability.

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Underground Mining 

Are you passionate about underground mine planning and optimization? Do you thrive in a collaborative, technically complex environment where your work directly influences operational success? If you are an experienced mining engineer who excels in mid-range planning, scheduling, and cross-functional coordination, we want you on our team.

Role Overview 

As the Mine Engineer – Short Term Planning, reporting to the Senior Production Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing, maintaining, and optimizing the short term mine plan for the Island Gold Mine. You will ensure alignment between development and production activities and the mine’s strategic objectives, while maintaining flexibility to adapt to changes in operational priorities and. Working closely with operations, engineering and geology teams, you will deliver practical and executable plans that support short-term performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Mine Planning: Lead the development of 7/21 schedules, mine plans, and production forecasts that support operational execution and corporate objectives.
  • Integration & Alignment: Integrate infrastructure, construction, and maintenance requirements into the short‑range plan and ensure alignment between short‑range, mid‑range, and long‑range mine plans.
  • Collaboration & Technical Support: Work closely with operations, geology, and engineering teams to ensure compliance with the mine plan and provide technical support to operations, construction, and technical services.
  • Analysis & Optimization: Conduct scenario analysis and trade‑off studies to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and optimization of the mine plan.
  • Reporting & Studies: Contribute to monthly reporting, variance analysis, and budgeting activities.
  • Leadership & Development: Provide guidance to junior engineers & EITs, surveyors, and drill and blast planners, and support senior engineers through active participation in site‑wide initiatives.

What You Bring to the Table

  • Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering.
  • 3–5 years of underground mining experience, including prior experience in an underground mine planning role.
  • Strong knowledge of underground narrow vein mining methods (longhole mining preferred).
  • High proficiency in Deswik mine planning and scheduling software or equivalent tools.
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced operational environment.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safe, responsible, and sustainable mining practices.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of one of Canada’s fastest‑growing and lowest‑cost gold mining districts.
  • Play a key technical role influencing short‑term performance
  • Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative, safety‑focused culture.
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Working Conditions

  • Combination of office and underground field environment.
  • Camp‑based role with rotational schedules of 14 days on / 14 days off.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in both office and underground mine environments.

Travel & Accommodation

  • Camp accommodations and flights provided from Toronto, Sudbury, and Rouyn‑Noranda in accordance with company policy.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today and help lead underground maintenance excellence while contributing to a safe and productive mining operation!

This is an existing vacancy.

Salary Range: $98,600-$147,900 CAD

The expected salary range for this role is intended to support transparency and informed decision making. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

Alamos Gold Inc. may use artificial intelligence to initially screen or assess applicants for this position with respect to mandatory job requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

 Alamos Gold Inc. (the “Company”) is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible environment for all third parties, and will provide accommodation where required, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “Act”). The Company is committed to excellence in serving all third parties including people with disabilities and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting the requirements under the Act in a timely fashion.

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