The Short Range Mine Planning Engineer performs entry-level to mid-level engineering tasks. They are to use engineering first principles to contribute to the design, and development of processes, practices, and methodologies within the Technical Services. They are to coordinate activities related to a full range of engineering functions and ensure achievement of service/operating standards (internally/ externally). They must be willing to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where they can apply their engineering knowledge and skills to create solutions to operational challenges.

Job Description

•Responsibilities may be focused in one of the following areas of engineering: short- and long-term mine planning, project controls, cost controls, construction, geotechnical, electrical, environmental, civil, production, exploration, or continuous improvement

•Integrates short-term plans into long-term, and life-of-mine plans.

•Analyzes and interprets mine plans to ensure alignment with operational objectives.

•Must be willing to take on cross-rotation assignments within the Technical Services for personal development.

•Independently handles relevant technical duties, including application submittal, monitoring, and reporting.

•Researches information to support decision-making and improve processes, technologies, or methodologies.

•Contributes to the development of policies and practices.

•Monitors costs related to services provided and implements approved recommendations for maximizing operational efficiencies.

•Maintains excellent rapport with external regulatory agencies to foster working relationships that minimize adversarial actions and maximizes information exchange.

•Conducts regular and frequent inspections of operations / equipment / processes / procedures to ensure planned production goals can be met and regulatory / permit compliance.

•Responds to a variety of internal and / or external requests.

•Prepares communication materials, manuals and other written materials related to technical issues, programs, or systems including technical reports and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory / industry and operational requirements.

•Meets or exceeds established performance expectations set by management.

•Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance.

•Works without risk or harm to self and others.

•Punctuality and regular attendance required.

•Perform other related functions as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications

•Bachelor's degree in Mining, Civil Engineering or equivalent required.

•Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and concepts of open pit mining engineering.

•General understanding of mining operations, as well as limited understanding of milling and maintenance operations.

•Working knowledge of computer-aided mine design and familiarity with one or more commercial software packages (MineSight, Deswik, or Vulcan etc.) is preferred.

•Proficiency in MS Office suite of software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

•AutoCAD 2000 and Microsoft Project experience is a plus.

•Requires technical communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills (written/ verbal and analytical/ persuasive).

•Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management.

•Ability to learn quickly and to function within the physical demand requirements.

•Ability to work independently and as a member of the Engineering Team.

•Requires valid driver's license.