Spencer Leenders, B.Eng
About Spencer Leenders, B.Eng
Spencer Leenders is a Junior Mining Engineer currently employed at Hatch in Sudbury, Ontario. He has a background in mining engineering, with experience in various roles including confined space attendant and underground hard rock miner.
Work at Hatch
Spencer Leenders has been employed at Hatch as a Junior Mining Engineer since 2019. His role involves contributing to various mining engineering projects in Sudbury, Ontario. During his tenure, he has applied his academic knowledge and practical experience to support the development and implementation of mining solutions. His position at Hatch allows him to engage with industry professionals and participate in innovative projects within the mining sector.
Previous Experience in Mining Engineering
Before joining Hatch, Spencer Leenders gained valuable experience in the mining industry through various roles. He worked for Glencore as a Confined Space Attendant for 11 months in 2018 in Falconbridge, Sudbury. He also served as an Underground Hard Rock Miner at NORCAT for 11 months in the same year in Onaping Falls, Ontario. Additionally, he completed a four-month internship as a Mining Engineer Intern at Agnico Eagle Mines Limited in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, in 2019.
Education and Expertise
Spencer Leenders holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mining and Mineral Engineering from Laurentian University/Université Laurentienne, which he completed from 2015 to 2019. His educational background has equipped him with the technical knowledge and skills necessary for a career in mining engineering. He also completed his high school education at Waterdown District High School, earning a High School Diploma from 2010 to 2014.
Underground Mining Experience
Spencer Leenders possesses significant underground hard rock mining experience. He has worked in various capacities, including FIFO (Fly-In-Fly-Out) operations at the Agnico Eagles Meliadine site in Nunavut. His hands-on experience in underground mining environments has contributed to his understanding of mining operations and safety protocols.
Mine Rescue Experience
In 2017, Spencer Leenders worked with Ontario Mine Rescue for 11 months in Sudbury, Ontario. This role involved participating in mine rescue operations, which provided him with critical training in emergency response and safety procedures within mining environments. This experience further enhanced his skill set in the mining industry.