Careers (September 06, 1999)

J.G. Flynn & Associates Inc – Executive Recruitment

Our client, a very progressive Canadian base metals mining company, has two major projects about to get underway, for which the following key people are immediately required:

Project Manager – New Underground Mine Development

Site preparation has begun on this $200-million mine, which will be accessed by a new 1500 metre shaft. The Project Manager, as head of the Owner’s team, will initially oversee the installation of the permanent hoist house and head frame in preparation for mobilization of the shaft sinking contractor and, subsequently, mine development. Duration of project is up to 52 months.

Ideal candidates will be graduate engineers, preferably mining. They will have had major project management experience involving shaft sinking, hoist and head frame installation, and underground mine development.

Zinc Plant Project Manager

With the feasibility study completed, a Project Manager is required to head up the Owner’s team of this $100-million project. The project includes construction of a new electrolytic cell house and a 90 MVA substation.

Ideal candidates will be graduate engineers, preferably metallurgical. They will have managed the construction of process plants, particularly pressure leach and electrolytic cell houses.

Both positions are based in an established Canadian mining community, offering good amenities and an excellent family living environment. Please reply in confidence to Jerry Flynn at:

We thank everyone for their interest; however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

HAGBY

HAGBY, reliable core drills, have been sold in the US for more than 15 years and are now the leading UG drills.

The drills are manufactured in Sweden by Hagby-Asahi AB and are sold and serviced through its subsidiary, HAGBY U.S.A., INC. based in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho where the company has its base servicing the entire US.

This very successful company is now looking for a:

Sales Manager/President

The successful candidate should be a dynamic, self motivated individual with a strong ambition to service customers throughout the USA.

The Sales Manager/President, who will be backed by a small, efficient team in Coeur d’Alene and from the factory in Sweden, should possess a working knowledge in budgeting and accounting.

We welcome experience from the diamond drilling industry and offer a competitive salary including bonus and social benefits.

For consideration please fax or e-mail resume to:

The Northern Miner

STAFF WRITER

We require a geologist or an experienced journalist to work as a staff writer for an on-line news service, in our Vancouver Bureau.

Writing skills, computer experience and familiarity with mining markets are essential.

Full benefits plan is offered. Please reply with resume, including expected salary range to:

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

JOB TITLE: Technical Representative

LOCATION: Sudbury, Ontario

REQUIREMENTS: Dyno Nobel, an explosives manufacturer and distributor, requires a technical person with the following skills:

• Mining Engineer or Technologist
• Experience in underground mining
• Computer literate
• Bilingual (French, English) an asset

Applications to be sent to:

FACULTY POSITION IN MINING ENGINEERING

POSITION:

The Department of Mining and Metallurgy at Universit Laval is inviting applications for a tenure-track position in mining engineering, with expected starting date, January 1st, 2000. The selected candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise graduate students, and carry out an active research program in his/her areas of specialization.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates should have a primary interest in computer applications and design in open-pit mining. Pertinent knowledge in the field of drilling and blasting techniques is an important asset. Academic as well as industrial experience, and the ability and willingness to carry out research in collaboration with the mining industry will be considered in the selection. The candidate should have a Ph.D. in mining engineering, be eligible for membership in the Quebec Order of Engineers, and be fluent in French.

APPLICATION/DEADLINE:

Applicants should submit a resume, and the contact information of three (3) references by October 31st, 1999 to: Real Tremblay, Chairman, Dept. of Mining and Metallurgy, Universit Laval, Ste-Foy, Qubec, Canada, G1K 7P4.

In accordance with the Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Also, in compliance to its Employment Equity program, Universit Laval intends to hire women for half of its vacant positions.

The Northern Miner

Volume 85, Number 29

September 13-19, 1999