Senior Mine Closure Engineer to Boliden

Do you want to create sustainable solutions in the mining sector and have an interest in Mine Closure? Then we want to know more about you, apply now! 

Descripton

We are looking for a senior engineer with expertise in mine closure for employment at Boliden's Department of Mining Waste and Water Management. 

You will work broadly with issues related to mine closure and extractive waste management along Boliden’s entire value chain. From planning of operations with close cooperation with exploration, to support for our actively producing units, to facilities that are planning to be closed and facilities in need of additional closure measures. The work includes, among other things: 

• Participate in and/or act as project manager for projects related to the development of Waste Management Plans and Closure Plans, 

• Participate in and/or act as project manager for Extractive Waste Management and Closure projects, 

• Drive skills development and capacity building within Boliden Mines in the field of Mine Closure and Extractive Waste Management,  

• Advance our way of work by developing governing processes and instructions, 

• Coordinate internal networks to ensure knowledge transfer between units and projects, 

• Follow up and evaluate completed full-scale Closure projects and Closure trials, 

• Perform quality assessment of estimated costs for Closure, and 

• Conduct business intelligence and work within Boliden's strategic programs for sustainable waste management. 

The position is a permanent position. We prefer applicants willing to be based at our main office in Boliden. Other possible locations are Stockholm, Aitik, Garpenberg, Kevitsa (Finland) or Tara (Ireland).  

Qualifications 

You have a university degree in engineering or earth sciences, with a suitable specialization or education in environmental science, geology, geochemistry, hydrology, or water chemistry. It is an advantage if you have experience with designing cover systems for closure of sulphuric mine waste, geochemistry modelling tools, or with linking geochemistry, water, and recipient models. A strong background in project management is also preferred. You have at least 5 years of experience within the mining or extractive industries either directly or as a consultant. 

We are looking for a person who is result-oriented and has a good sense of planning and prioritization. You enjoy identifying and finding solutions to