The waiting is over, the speculation mute. Price Waterhouse and Coopers & Lybrand have become PricewaterhouseCoopers; a remarkable new organization that has been helping business do business for more than 150 years, an organization with deep expertise, and more than 140,000 people worldwide.
PricewaterhouseCoopers has the largest Financial Advisory Services (FAS) practice in Canada, with combined revenues in 1997 of almost $80 million, 75 partners and 430 professional staff. Given that both predecessor firms have achieved significant growth – almost 25% to date of merger – it is expected that FAS will be a $100 million business by the end of the year.
Mining Analyst
As a Mining Analyst, you will be expected to support a wide range of business development and execution initiatives for mining transactions which may be domestic or cross-border in nature.
You will work with other professionals in an unstructured environment where creative thinking and individual initiative are encouraged.
The daily activities of a PricewaterhouseCoopers Mining Analyst include:
Business Development – Preparing new business presentations, conducting fundamental industry research and quantitative analyses, reviewing and organizing financial data, and developing qualitative analyses.
Financial Analysis – Developing company valuations and implementing financial models, as well as conducting financing, comparative and pro forma analyses.
Transaction Execution – Acting as an integral part of the engagement team and interacting with clients and various levels of management.
We are seeking a Mining Analyst who can bring a perspective which differs from a traditional commerce background as a result of relevant experience in the mining industry. Accordingly, candidates with undergraduate degrees in Engineering, Computer Science, Geology, or Economics will be considered. The position is ideal for an individual who is seeking several years of challenging work experience prior to furthering their education through an MBA.
PricewaterhouseCoopers welcomes candidates with distinguished academic achievement, a high level of personal integrity, an interest in mining and finance, a commitment to excellence, plenty of energy and a strong desire to learn. If you have the necessary qualifications, please send your resume to: FAS National Director of Human Resources, 145 King Street West, Toronto, Ontario M5H 1V8. Fax: (416) 941-8378.
1998 PricewaterhouseCoopers. PricewaterhouseCoopers is a Canadian member firm of PricewaterhouseCooopers International Limited, an English company limited by guarantee.
BATTLE MOUNTAIN CANADA LTD., Golden Giant Mine is a highly automated, low-cost gold producing mine with 354 employees, most of whom live 54 kilometers north of the mine in Manitouwadge. Situated near the north shore of Lake Superior, between Sault Ste. Marie and Thunder Bay.
Manitouwadge has a population of 3500 and offers excellent education, recreational and medical facilities.
Mine Geologist
This is a staff position reporting to the Chief Geologist. The successful candidate will provide geological services and expertise to mine operations and will be involved in all aspects of mine geology work.
This position offers an excellent learning opportunity for mine geology techniques in a fast-paced, technically advanced workplace.
The ideal candidate should possess a Geology Degree with one to three years of experience in mine geology and related mineral exploration work.
Strong communication, organizational and computer skills are essential for this team-oriented position.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and will be complemented by a comprehensive employee benefit package.
Contact: Interested applicants should forward their
resumes in confidence by October 7th, 1998 to:
Fernando Gaspar
Human Resources Officer
Battle Mountain Canada Ltd.
Golden Giant Mine, P.O. Box 40
Marathon, ON P0T 2E0
Fax: (807) 238-2044
We would like to thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Management Consultant In the Mining Industry
We are an international management consulting firm searching for the right person to join our team. We have been in business for 30 years improving operating effectiveness with major corporations. Our years of experience have gained major benefits and earnings for our clients. Our focus is to improve customer service and quality and decrease cost.
The mining industry is one of the major areas of our work. There is an increase demand for our involvement in mining to revitalize operations to become competitive in today’s business world.
We are searching for the right person to join our firm and become a member of one of our mining teams as we work to improve operations with some major mining corporations. As a project team member, you will work with all client levels from the operator to the mine manager. The focus is to improve the planning system, the communication and reporting process with problem solving techniques. An operating system will be designed and installed to maintain consistent and measurable results.
Requirements:
* University degree: preferably related in mining
* Mining expertise: Superintendent/Engineer/Planner/etc.
* 5-10 years management experience
* Strong communication skills
* Ability to work with people effectively
* Able to make things happen and get results
Travel is 100% and continuous for the duration of the project of 6-9 months. Assignments are in North America. Typically, 2-3 weeks away from home; with a return of 4-6 days. Relocation is not required. Please fax resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:
312-944-5906
GeoBiotics, a private, small and innovative company, has developed the proprietary GEOCOAT TM heap biooxidation technology for processing refactory gold ores.
Senior Extractive Metallurgists
To implement our processes on a commercial scale. You will specify and evaluate processing options for refactory gold ore bodies, design and implement laboratory and pilot metallurgical testing, and interact with clients and E&C firms to design, construct and start-up commercial facilities. You will also design, construct and operate field demonstrations of the technology at client mine sites throughout the world. You will be based in our corporate headquarters in Golden, Colorado.
We require a BS in metallurgical engineering with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience in process design, process development or production in extractive metallurgy. An advanced degree or experience in refractory gold ore processing is a plus. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Field assignments of several months are likely.
We offer competitive salaries exceptional benefits (including 401K) and exciting opportunities for growth. For consideration, send your resume to:
GeoBiotics, Job #NM2
3507 Breakwater Avenue
Hayward, CA 94545
FAX: (510) 783-9059
Suncor Energy
Suncor Energy is a unique and sustainable Canadian integrated energy company dedicated to vigorous growth. The company is a world leader in oil sands development, a high performing oil and gas producer and one of the top petroleum refiners and marketers in the country.
Suncor Energy Oil Sands, a producer and marketer of custom-blended refinery fuel, is launching new growth initiatives, including a planned $2.2 billion expansion. The Oil Sands division currently seeks the following skilled individual to join their team in Fort McMurray, Alberta.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Oil Sands
P.O. Box 4001
Fort McMurray, AB T9H 3E3
E-mail: osemploy@suncor.com
We will acknowledge receipt of all applications.
Oil Sands
Bitumen Production/Mine Engineering
Intermediate/Senior Geologist
Reporting to the Manager, Long Range Planning, you will be primarily responsible for interpretation of exploration results and modeling the oil sands deposit. You may also be required to support annual exploration drilling programs and production geology.
Ensuring your success in this challenging opportunity are a degree in Geology or Geological Engineering, augmented by 5+ years of related experience. An effective communicator with solid interpersonal and analytical skills, you have a strong background in computer modeling of sedimentary deposits, and membership in APEGGA or eligibility for it.
Salary: Intermediate $59,525 – $66,125; Senior $72,475 – $80,525
Suncor Energy offers exceptional benefits, relocation
assistance and genuine opportunities for professional growth. If you have what it takes to succeed, please forward your resume quoting Competition #98-180.
For additional information on employment opportunities at Suncor, visit our web site at: http://www.suncor.com”>http://www.suncor.com”>http://www.suncor.com
Suncor Energy is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
Note: Suncor uses the latest in document imaging technology (scanning) to review your resume. If you want to send an e-mail, indicate the Competition Number and paste your cover letter and resume directly into your e-mail program (please do not attach them as files). If submitting by mail, submit a letter-quality resume with a standard typeface (10-12 point) and minimal use of bullets, italics, underlining, shading and bolding.
The Northern Miner
Volume 84, Number 32
October 5-11, 1998
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