Guildwood Group Careers

Senior Structural Engineer - Sudbury Region

Our client is a well-recognized global leader in providing engineering & design/build services to the mining and processing sector. In 2011 they have again been voted as a Top 100 employer.

Guildwood Group has been engaged to attract & secure a Structural Engineering professional with 7 years + experience. This position is part of a matrix of engineering skills with a wide scope of activities in feasibility studies, R&D, green field development & construction and brown field operations.

This position requires technical experience in either heavy industrial / manufacturing sector or mill / mining. Sound knowledge in structural steel and concrete foundations is highly preferred.

Included are the perfunctory duties such as drawing verification & approvals as well as estimation, client development / presentations and project management activities. The engineering department has a full contingent of all support services on site. Additionally this position shares a significant impact on client development and project completion.

This opportunity is of interest to engineers with a desire to develop niche capabilities that will serve them well in their career development.

Our client is headquartered in Canadian with success stories around the globe. Their talent acquisition philosophy is based on strategic needs rather that project requirements.

To apply for this position click on Senior Structural Engineer

Project Controls Manager - Toronto, Canada

Our client is a highly successful global corporation with offices and operations in more than 50 countries and revenues of $65+ billion.

Guildwood Group has been engaged to recruit a Project Controls Manager. This position is pivotal to success of a $1.2B mine development & construction project. The mandate is to develop & implement provide project controls systems for all EPCM & construction activities.

This position requires that the Manager have extensive experience with very large scale industrial projects. This position will provide a pivotal role in the development & execution of contracting strategies, scheduling & budget/cost estimating.

Establish and direct project reporting & progress tracking systems. Also implement systems to track costs, and spend / budget schedules. Must be familiar with CAPEX. Will also provide risk analysis and business model validations.

Preference will be given to those with experience with international & more extreme geographical locations.

Minimal requirements include 10+ years of supply chain / procurement experience in a greenfield project environment. Preference will be given to those with mining and/or mineral processing experience. A university degree in Engineering or Business Management is requisite.

Remuneration is well above average with a significant incentive plan. Relocation assistance is available.

To apply for this position click on Project Controls Manager

Procurement & Contracting Manager - Toronto, Ontario

Our client is a highly successful global corporation with offices and operations in more than 50 countries with revenues of $65+ billion.

Guildwood Group has been engaged to recruit a Procurement Manager. This position is pivotal to success of a $1.2B mine development & construction project. The mandate is to develop, implement & manage strategic goals in all supply chain activities for this project.

This position requires that the Manager have extensive experience with very large scale industrial projects. This position will ensure the complete success of all procurement and contracting strategies.

Direct participation in all purchase and contracting negotiations and agreements. Will also evaluate suppliers and contractors, scheduling, logistics, metrics, design specifications & quality assurance.

Preference will be given to those with experience with international & more extreme geographical locations. This permanent position is based in the Toronto area.

Remuneration is well above average with a significant incentive plan. Relocation assistance is available.

To apply for this position click on Procurement Manager

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Salt Lake City, Utah

Our client is one of the world’s most diverse consulting engineering firms in design and construction and has become one of the fastest growing broad-base engineering services providers in Canada.

Currently they are seeking an intermediate and senior engineer to be a significant part of various local & international projects in mining & mineral processing sectors.

Experience with designing, equipment selection, specifications & documentation is required. Experience with 3D CAD systems is requisite. Proven ability to prepare designs, cost estimates, research analysis and client presentations are also required. Experience with procurement package writing an asset.

Candidates should have 8+ years experience and be eligible for registration as a professional engineer. Our client offers an excellent remuneration package including bonus and a generous relocation program.

To apply for this position click on Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mine Engineers (x2) - Sudbury - North Bay

Our client is an integrated multi-disciplined global organization providing complete engineering solutions to the mining sector. Voted as 1 of 10 best companies to work for in Canada, they continue with success in providing ingenuity, technology and “best for project” philosophy to become a global leader.

This position works very closely with senior executives to provide complete solutions to clients solving development challenges and operational issues.

Primary responsibilities in the feasibility studies, proposals, change management and capital estimating management, scheduling & contract administration. Further responsibilities include onsite operational supervision.

This position is also intimately involved in estimating, engineering analysis, tenders and cost estimates.

Will be making presentations to investors & clients in North & South America, therefore some travel is required.

Prospective candidates must have 10+ years progressive experience in U/G development / operations coupled with a University Degree in Mine Engineering.

These 2 full-time opportunities are best suited for engineers wanting to leverage their experience within a dynamic & rewarding environment. Our client acquires key talent based on strategic & corporate development. This ensures that the focus is on professional development & position responsibilities.

Our client provides a remuneration package along with an above average incentive plan. In addition there is a comprehensive benefits plan. Relocation assistance is also available.

To apply for this position click on Senior Mine Engineer

Engineering Manager - Toronto GTA, Canada

Our client is a world class mining company offices and facilities located around the globe. Guildwood Group has been engaged to recruit a Engineering Manager to take technical charge of multi-billion dollar development projects.

This position is pivotal to success of a $1 billion mine development project that includes downstream processing facilities.

The mandate is to become part of a matrix team that is currently in the feasibility stage and drive the project to construction and commissioning stage. Scope of activities will also include evaluation of tenders from engineering firms to constructors.

This opportunity requires that the Engineering Manager have proven experience with very large scale projects in bulk material processing and mineral extraction systems and facilities. A proven track record in Project Management and completion is required.

This position will require some international travel.

This position offers excellent medium and long term career prospects and will be challenging to those professionals that thrive in a large scale project engineering environment.

Minimum 15 years of heavy industrial experience along with an engineering degree is required. Remuneration is well above average with a performance incentive plan. Relocation assistance is available.

To apply for this position click on Engineering Manager

Global Director, Training & Development - Hong Kong

We have been engaged to secure a global leader that will establish & define a world class training & development role for our client. Our client is a very large industrial manufacturer with over 40,000 employees around the world.

This assignment is part of the overall corporate strategy to provide effective policies that supports business growth and employee development & retention.

The challenge will be to develop a Training & Development Group that will deal with all issues starting from employee entry, development, retention & promotion. The goal is to develop a global training philosophy that delivers world class programs to all facilities in China & other Asian countries, North America & Europe.

In addition this group will cultivate relationships with Technical Colleges & Universities to identify and attract the best in talent. Programs are to be delivered on a hands-on basis rather than utilizing large software solutions.

This senior executive position will develop & manage the annual budgets and have complete P&L responsibilities.

This position will attract a senior Human Resource Executive that is seeking a truly global Training & Development challenge along with the opportunity to put their personal stamp on a brand new position and department.

The qualifications for this position include at least 10 years training & development experience within large multinational firms at a senior level. Strong leadership skills and the ability to deal with executives, technical staff as well as large manufacturing centres. Experience in China is also required. Must possess excellent English language skills. Must have experience with the Kaizen philosophy

Educational requirements include a minimum of a Bachelors Degree. An MBA or Masters degree would be highly advantageous.

Our client offers an excellent remuneration package including a significant base salary and bonus (USD), living allowance and comprehensive relocation package.

To apply for this position click on Global Director Training & Development