Job Description

Company Description

Your opportunity for a brilliant career

We\'re the world\'s leading diamond company, powered by thousands of people around the world, with a mission to support local communities, protect our natural environment and shape a brighter future.

With headquarters in London and mines in four countries - Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa - we are truly global. Established in 1888, our expertise ranges from exploration and diamond recovery, to rough diamond sales and diamond jewellery retail.

We market our polished diamonds through two brands, Forevermark and De Beers Jewellers, while our Element Six operation is the world leader in the design, development and production of synthetic diamond materials for industrial and electronic applications.

We\'ve opened research and development centres around the world in our mission to evolve the diamond industry for the better, and we take our environmental responsibility seriously. We work to minimise the impact of our operations, investing heavily to find a balance between economic growth and long-term sustainability.

We seek talented people who share our belief in a better future for mining and are ready to make a difference. Are you one of them?



De Beers Group has an exciting opportunity to become part of the De Beers Canada Mine Professional-in-Training Program at the Gahcho Ku\xc3\xa9 Mine in the Northwest Territories. This position will support our Engineering Maintenance team in completing project related work. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate who is committed to safe working practices and strives for zero harm.

Our approach prepares you for a long and rewarding career. You will gain practical experience to compliment your academic achievements. Jump start your career with The De Beers Group.

What the Role Entails:

• Join the world\'s leading diamond company;
• Work with subject matter experts;
• Start with an on the job comprehensive 36-to-48-month program.

The role is based within the Engineering and Site Services department. This is a site based position with a 2 weeks in, 2 weeks out rotation.

Qualifications

• Preference will be given to Members of the Deninu Ku\xc3\xa9, Lutsel K\'e Dene First Nation, North Slave M\xc3\xa9tis Alliance, Northwest Territory M\xc3\xa9tis Nation, Tlicho Government, or Yellowknives Dene First Nation, followed by non-indigenous residents of the Northwest Territories; a resident of the Northwest Territories;
• A recent graduate with a Bachelor\'s Degree in Engineering with a preference given to those within the Mechanical discipline;
• Results-driven with a commitment to safe behavior;
• A positive attitude towards learning;
• Interested in diverse exposure and working in a team focused environment;
• Excellent project management, problem solving and analytical skills;
• Knowledge of root cause and strategic analysis;
• Strong understanding of asset management principles with the ability to apply these principles to the reliability and availability of equipment;
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in handling confidential matters;
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with a cross functional business team;
• Previous mining industry experience is an advantage but not essential; and
• Proven commitment to Safety, Health and Environmental standards.

Additional Information

Who We Are: De Beers Canada

Active in Canada for over 60 years, we are part of De Beers Group, the world\'s leading diamond company. Globally, we are a team of more than 20,000 people, with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, and activities across the diamond value chain from exploration to diamond jewelry retail. Our unwavering focus on sustainability and Building Forever fuels our commitment to advance standards across the diamond industry, protect the natural world, partner with local communities, and accelerate economic inclusion to support diversity in our business and beyond.

In Canada, we have more than 600 employees working at offices in Calgary, Toronto and Yellowknife, actively exploring for new diamond opportunities, recovering diamonds at the joint venture Gahcho Ku\xc3\xa9 mine in the Northwest Territories, and closing and rehabilitating two mines. We are also advancing the Chidliak Project to establish a technologically advanced diamond mine on Baffin Island using FutureSmart Mining\xe2\x84\xa2 principles.

At De Beers, we believe in the power of working in partnership with communities to create lasting, positive impacts that endure long after we recover the last diamond. Our inclusive and diverse workplace values mining with respect for the environment and nearby communities, and we seek team players who share our passion for Making Life Brilliant.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others\' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

COVID Vaccination

Since safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines have become widely available this year and have been proven to be a very effective and safe way of protecting people and reducing COVID-19 transmission, we have strongly encouraged employees to get vaccinated at the earliest possible opportunity. As our mining operations are fly-in fly-out, vaccination is required to travel to sites.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

Referral

Referral incentive applicable: This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Employee Referral Program (HRM.AD.21.01). Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.

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