Senior Mining Engineer

Job Summary/Purpose 

• The Senior Mine Engineer will provide medium-term mine designs and schedules to achieve and optimize the mine’s production targets. 
• They will identify mid-range projects and critical issues and develop solutions proactively. 
• They will also support the supervision and growth of members in the engineering group through performance review, training, guidance, and mentoring to reach their maximum potential.
• They will oversee site short-range plans and implementation, as well as ensure the ground control management plan is followed.

Key Tasks and Responsibility 

Safety 

• Ensure safe work systems/procedures are always practiced and adhered to in accordance with all health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) standards. 
• Maintain exemplary standard of housekeeping at all times, safe work, incident/accident reporting & active involvement in safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
• Abide by and proactively comply with Company policies, procedures, guidelines, and systems, as well as all relevant legislation.

Company / Leadership

• Display conduct which is aligned with company Core Values, Policies and Procedures.
• Lead by example and actively participate to achieve department and company goals and objectives.
• Initiate and provide input into company directives in collaboration with the Site Management team.
• Communicate department obligations and conditions to the leadership team, ensuring specific understanding and accountability.

Behaviour / Attitude

• Support and follow all lawful instructions/directives from direct supervisor. 
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and take responsibility for own conduct and behavior in the workplace.
• Ensure good, clear lines of communication between all stakeholders, including the Site Management team, co-workers and contractors 

Knowledge / Skills

• Provide medium-term mine designs and schedules to achieve and optimize the mine’s production targets. 
• Support medium and long-range planning project management with consultants; translate into short and mid-range plans.
• As part of the annual planning cycle, the Senior Mine Engineer is responsible to ensure short-range (0-12 Month) mine plans are developed and implemented, including drill and blast planning and survey control.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement in safety by reviewing existing engineering designs and new designs,
• Oversee site technology programs are working and reporting data such as fleet management systems, radar and equipment GPS. 
• Review plans and assist in site compliance for regulatory and Company policies, procedures and standards,
• Promote and adhere to Company environmental and sustainability policies
• Provide supporting leadership to open pit engineering team in a safe and efficient manner to achieve departmental and corporate business objectives

• Responsible for monthly Engineering department deliverables:
  • o   Month Plan/Weekly Plan
  • o   Month End Reporting
  • o   Compliance to Plan Tracking and Reporting
  • o   Ground Control Reports
• Support yearly budget and company business planning exercise,
• Liaise with geotechnical consultants and incorporate guidance into mine plan,
• Provide guidance to pit operations to maximize production, plan their activities and accurately measure key mining parameters,
• Manage consultants and contractors on engineering projects,
• Contribute to the preparation of engineering studies,
• Mentor and coach Mine and Geological Engineer
• Provide support when required for mine surveying and sampling 

Planning & Organisation

• Prioritize and complete tasks accurately as to specifications as assigned by direct supervisor within required timeframes.
• Proactively identify and address hazards before they arise as issues.
• Be punctual to work and all required site meetings.
• Undertake other duties as lawfully instructed

Key Safety Requirements

• Demonstrate Health & Safety leadership 
• Report all incidents, near-misses and hazards
• Actively participate in safety meetings and follow up on actions that are required.
  • Participate in and contribute to training systems to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Complete daily pre-tasks and pre-starts

• Be responsible for their own personal safety and look out for the safety of other work mates
• Be aware of and understand company policy in relation to Health, Safety and the Environment
• Conduct the role required pre-shift inspections ensuring your safety and the safety of others in your work area.
  • Complete all relevant SOP’s
  • Complete and conduct JHA’s

Experience, qualifications, and essential skills required

• A Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering or equivalent engineering degree.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of mine operation and engineering experience in open pit mining,
  • Open Pit mine design, mining engineering, mine scheduling, and high level of understanding of open pit mining activities.
  • Knowledge of mine planning software, specifically Hexagon®, is an asset.
  • Knowledge of cash flow modelling techniques and mineral economics is an asset.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with spreadsheet manipulation in Excel.
  • Be creative, not only use past practices but promote new ways of doing things to maximize the value of our mineral resources.
  • Strong organizational skills

• Provide guidance to support the skills development of junior technical personnel
• Preferred knowledge and understanding of short, mid, and long-range mine planning and scheduling, open pit mine operations, maintenance engineering, project management, and mine design.
• Relationships and Collaboration – practices teamwork and collaboration within and between areas.
• Initiative – is persistent when facing obstacles and overcomes challenges.
• Adaptability and flexibility- quickly understands the context of change and proactively adjusts, as necessary.
• Strong team and leadership skills
• Strong leadership ability is essential