Mining Engineer

Responsibilities

• Developing and updating mining plans in cooperation with corporate mining personnel.
• Providing support to quarry personnel on mining and crushing operations as needed, including implementation of mining plans.
• On-going review and optimization of mining related key performance efficiency indicators
• Performing GPS quarry surveys
• Updating mineral reserves
• Working closely with plant Quality Manager to ensure quality and consistency of the quarried material
• Supporting permitting and compliance activities
• Supporting the quarry personnel with optimizing mobile equipment operations, including completion of time studies
• Perform training of quarry personnel as needed
• Completing internal and external quarry operations reports

• BS degree in Mining Engineering or Geology
• Two (2) to five (5) years working as a Mining Manager / Engineer. Prior experience with open pit mining required.
• Self-motivated and results driven.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills.
• Solid computer skills including Surpac Mining Software and MS Office.
• AutoCAD knowledge is a plus
• Requires physical dexterity to navigate through and around various job conditions, including climbing, walking on less-than-optimal surfaces, etc.
• Must be able to tolerate noise, dust, and dirty conditions