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Join us and help drive long-term mine development while contributing to the next generation of mining levels in Kiruna Mine\nThe sustainable transformation starts with us\nWe are facing our greatest challenge yet - ensuring that Sweden and Europe have what it takes to transition to a sustainable future. Just as we aim to improve the future, we are committed to developing everyone who joins us on this journey, both personally and professionally. Do you want to help lay the foundation for the way we live and the world we build around us?\nYour role\nAs a Rock Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring safe and reliable mining operations while supporting the long-term development of Kiruna Mine. You will work closely with mine planners, geologists, rock mechanics specialists, and other technical experts to provide geotechnical expertise for both current operations and future mine expansion projects. A significant part of the role involves contributing to prefeasibility studies for mining below the current main haulage level and helping to shape the future of underground mining.\nin this role, you will:\nDevelop and review mine layouts, ground support strategies, and geotechnical designs.\nCollaborate on mine sequencing to ensure safe and reliable production.\nProvide rock mechanics expertise to Life of Mine planning and future mine development studies.\nAssess geotechnical risks, support mine design, and evaluate monitoring and instrumentation needs.\nDeliver operational rock mechanics support through inspections, seismic monitoring, rehabilitation planning, and damage mapping.\nIn this position, you will combine hands-on operational support with long-term strategic development, helping shape the future of underground mining in Kiruna.\nWhat you bring\nWe are looking for someone who is confident in their role, with strong analytical skills and a collaborative approach to solving complex challenges in rock mechanics and underground mining. 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