Mining Engineer
Core
Provide engineering support across mine planning, scheduling, drill and blast activities, and operational performance for an open-pit rare earths mine.
Role type
Mining Engineer (open-pit)
Builds
Mine production plans, schedules, and drill/blast plans
Domain
Mining (Rare Earths, Open-pit)
Required skills
Mine planning and scheduling, Drill and blast planning, Mining cost analysis, Contractor management, Safety compliance, Geotechnical reporting
Preferred skills
Mine design development, Operational optimization, Technical mentoring
Technologies
Surpac, MinSched, MPX
Responsibilities
Prepare and monitor rolling three-month mine production plans and schedules; Develop mine designs and implement amendments; Provide technical input to contractors for drill and blast plans; Monitor mining performance and production reporting; Identify opportunities to optimize mining efficiencies and reduce costs; Liaise with contractors to ensure alignment with operational plans; Prepare mining cost forecasts and assist with contractor claims; Contribute to monthly mining reports on performance, safety, and geotechnical matters; Support compliance with safety and regulatory requirements; Provide technical guidance to graduate engineers.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC