Senior Open Pit Mining Engineer

Job Description

Effectively oversee and support technical services planning groups in short and long-range time frames both in planning and design of pits along with drill & blast patterns, employing advanced mine engineering practices. Ensure the safe, timely, and professional execution of all functions within an open-pit mining environment.

1. Provide support & leadership that enables the Technical Services team to achieve zero harm to our people and environment.

·       Support department training plan by providing and maintaining documentation to key Principal Control Plans, Principal Hazard Management Plans and Standard Operating Procedures.

·       Support site wide safety programs by performing field verifications of critical controls to Fatal Risks.

2. Provide leadership and support that enables the Technical Services team to perform at a high level and achieve their professional development goals.

·       Mentor & train engineers providing guidance on best practices

·       Establishment of development goals for all team members, focusing on employee growth and succession potential

·       Participation in succession planning exercise

3 Support the execution of site business plan.

·       Manage the production of precise daily, weekly, and rolling three-month mine and dump plans, maximizing efficiency and productivity while adhering to the constraints of the current long-range plan and forecast.

·       Maintain the design database, standardizing all design areas and the design signoff process.

·       Collaborate with mine operations for any changes required to meet monthly mine and dump plan requirements.

·       Improve the effective use of mining software and explore technical solutions/​new products related to the production planning process.

·       Monitor the short- and long-term plan to ensure critical path targets are achieved.

·       Ensure mining is planned and executed to maximize ore recovery and minimize mining dilution.

·       Utilize reconciliation data to optimally mine the defined ore, reliably predicting grade and tonnages.

4. Demonstrate the company Success Ingredients

·       Decision Quality – Making timely and sound decisions that propel the organization forward.

·       Cultivates Innovation – Pioneering new and improved ways for the organization to achieve success.

·       Instills Trust – Building confidence and trust through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

·       Action Oriented – Embracing new opportunities with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

·       Plans and Aligns – Strategically planning and prioritizing work to fulfill commitments aligned with organizational goals.

·       Ensures Accountability – Holding oneself and others accountable to meet commitments.

·       Develops Talent – Nurturing the growth of individuals to align with both their career aspirations and the organization’s goals.

·       Communicates Effectively – Crafting and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the distinct needs of various audiences.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

·       Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering from an accredited university

·       5 years minimum, 8+ years preferred mining experience with at least 5 years of exposure to the gold mining industry in an open pit environment.

Knowledge & Core Functional Competencies

·       Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

·       Effective time management and prioritization skills.

·       Ability to interpret and disseminate technical information between internal and external stakeholders.

·       Deswik software skills are a plus