Ventilation Specialist
BESTECH is an innovative multi-disciplinary engineering services firm with over 25 years of proven success across many engineering disciplines. Operating at over 100 employees strong, we know that our value comes from our incredible team. We pride ourselves on being a Partner of Choice, not just to our clients but to our community and our employees.
This means ensuring not only that we are a company that clients want to work with but that we are a company our team would continue to choose to work for. As part of this promise, we are committed to prioritizing employees, maintaining open communications, and consistently improving and growing.
What Matters Here
At BESTECH, we invite you to be part of an environment that ensures that the time you spend with us during the week is not only safe and inclusive but also vibrantly supportive, intellectually challenging, and genuinely fun.
Join us and become more than a coworker; be a teammate.
Your voice will be heard, and your contributions celebrated as we work together, drawing on collective insights to thrive. Embrace the opportunity to grow with us, staying ahead of industry trends and custom solutions.
As part of the BESTECH team, you will be instrumental in ensuring that we achieve operational excellence, solve challenges creatively, and collaborate with a diverse team.
Whether you want to learn from the best, build up the next generation, or just do what you love with an amazing group of people around you, BESTECH is the place for you.
Job summary
Reporting to the Manager of Mine Engineering Services, as a Ventilation Specialist, you will work closely with our highly energized mining team, with responsibility for designing, evaluating, and managing mine ventilation systems to ensure the optimal functioning of underground mining operations.
Beyond your primary responsibilities in mine ventilation, you will also lead, coordinate, and streamline a diverse array of engineering activities.
Your key accountabilities
Mine Ventilation Design & Implementation
- Design and update ventilation models using Ventsim software.
- Conduct ventilation surveys in underground mines and analyze data to optimize systems.
- Design mine ventilation systems for a variety of mining methods and commodities.
- Ensure mine ventilation designs comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Create specifications for both auxiliary and main ventilation fans, ensuring optimal functionality.
Collaboration & Project Management
- Coordinate with other engineering disciplines in the design and implementation of ventilation infrastructure.
- Prepare and interpret drawings, layouts, and visual aids, as well as engineering documentation.
- Participate in the design and planning phases of projects, considering cost, safety, and operational constraints.
- Manage project timelines and deliverables, ensuring high-quality project execution.
Client Engagement & Business Development
- Meet with clients to assess their needs and provide customized ventilation solutions.
- Contribute to the preparation of capital cost estimates and project proposals.
- Participate in business development initiatives, identifying new project opportunities.
- Maintain effective communication with clients throughout project lifecycles.
Professional Development & Innovation
- Promote and support BESTECH’s core values, embracing new technologies and innovation.
- Provide technical solutions to complex challenges, driving continuous improvement in ventilation design.
- Participate in ongoing learning opportunities to enhance technical skills and stay updated with industry trends.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in mining engineering, or related engineering degree. Candidates with a Mining Engineering Technology or related diploma will also be considered.
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in mine ventilation design.
- Proficiency in Ventsim software is required.
- Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office Suite applications.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for client site visits.
Type or Salary Range
Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours/week)
We offer a competitive salary that is commensurate with your unique combination of experience and industry knowledge. Beyond the monetary compensation, we provide a robust package of employee benefits, which you can explore in detail on our website.
We recognize that individual growth is the cornerstone of our success.
We are committed to providing comprehensive internal training and mentorship programs designed to empower you to expand your skill set, increase your industry expertise, and advance your career with us.
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BESTECH Canada Limited offers a competitive salary and benefits package. We are proud of and continuously strive to improve our employee culture and value an equitable and balanced life/work approach.
We invite applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. BESTECH offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout its recruitment processes.
If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of our career posting, please contact Human Resources at (705) 675-7720. All responses are appreciated and will be handled with strict confidence.
Please be advised that only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted, and candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
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