Pit Senior Mining Engineer

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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