Viscaria is looking for rock mechanical and rock engineering expertise for the restart of the Viscaria mine.

Rock mechanics, rock technicians and engineering geologists

Do you want to be part of the reopening of the Viscaria mine - a crucial step towards increased self-sufficiency in critical minerals for Sweden and the EU? With us, these resources are mined and refined with the highest environmental and sustainability requirements. We are looking for you who want to work in a business where courage, commitment and cooperation are the basis for our success.

We are looking for new colleagues for our group in rock technology - people who want to contribute to developing and shaping the future of mining together with us

Your role

In the role, you will participate in the rock technology group's development of rock mechanical routines and their implementation. The rock engineering group will, among other things, perform mapping, damage mapping, rock reinforcement recommendations, sequence optimizations, and supporting numerical and analytical calculations. By collaborating with engineers and technicians, you will ensure that we maintain a high production standard while focusing on safety.

Your background

You have a relevant university education at university or civil engineering level, preferably with a focus on rock mechanics or engineering geology. We would like to see that you have work experience in the field. You have good knowledge of both Swedish and English, both spoken and written, and hold a B driving license. You appreciate the freedom to think strategically and have the ability to see both details and the big picture when it comes to your work. We value an ability to adapt to changing circumstances and to solve problems with creativity and expertise.

Why choose us?

Joining our team means working in a stimulating and collaborative environment, where your ideas are valued and your contributions have real impact. We are proud of our inclusive workplace, where equality and diversity are a matter of course - with a balanced gender composition and a rich mix of backgrounds and ages.

Our flat organizational structure promotes openness and participation, and we look forward to welcoming you as an important part of our team - where your skills contribute to our common success.

Department: Mining

Last application date: Selection and interviews will take place continuously during the autumn, but no later than 2025-12-07. We therefore recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible. The recruitment may be closed before the deadline if we find the right candidate.

Start date: After agreement

You are welcome to contact the recruiting manager with any questions:
Simon Krekula, Head of Mining Engineering, simon.krekula@viscaria.com

About Viscaria

Gruvaktiebolaget Viscaria is a Swedish listed company that is scaling up to become a modern and responsible producing mining company through the reopening of the Viscaria mine in Kiruna. The high copper content of the Viscaria deposit, its estimated mineral resources, geographical location and our growing team of experts mean that the company is well placed to deliver quality copper.

Using the latest technology in mining, logistics and water treatment, we aim to become one of the world's most sustainable copper producers. In addition to the Viscaria mine, the company has processing concessions and exploration permits in Arvidsjaur and Tvistbo.