Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities / KPI's
1. Core Responsibilities:
1.1. Expected Delivery:
The successful candidate will be required to:
• Develop detailed pit designs, dumps, haul roads, and other mine infrastructure using industry-standard mine planning software.
• Develop and deliver timely short- and medium-term mine plans to support the Ore Extraction team in achieving production targets.
• Create monthly, quarterly, and annual mine plans, including ore treatment forecasts and production schedules.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with mine plans through daily engagement with operations, adjusting plans as needed based on practical conditions.
• Conduct plan-versus-actual reconciliations and recalibrate schedules to maintain alignment with business objectives.
• Perform equipment simulation and scenario planning to optimize resource utilization and operational efficiency.
• Schedule and monitor waste dumping and support progressive rehabilitation planning.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in mine planning processes.
• Support and promote safety, health, and environmental standards in all planning activities.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and technical standards.
• Mentor and train junior mining engineers to build internal planning capacity.
• Compile and maintain Life-of-Mine (LOM) plans.
• Maintain and update rolling monthly plans.
• Recommend corrective actions for deviations from plan.
• Ensure technical discipline, integrity and audit readiness.
• Guarantee robustness and integration of short- and long-term plans.
• Contribute to the development of mine technical systems and planning tools.
• Conduct scenario analyses and trade-off studies for lease areas and potential projects.
• Maintain accountability for planning data and reporting systems.
• Ensure compliance with group and site-specific planning guidelines through regular audits.
2.1. Site safety policy and new initiatives: Actively contribute to initiatives and implement change as directed by TSD Manager
2.2. Pro-active safety culture: Develop and promote by the identification, development, dissemination and review of safe practices and procedures and by ensuring the awareness of team members
2.3. Compliance of personnel: Actively promote, monitor and enforce with safe work practices.
2.4. Risk identification and addressing: Ensure all health, safety and hygiene risks are identified and address in the SOP's and Risk assessments.
2.5. Risk assessment: Develop standard Risk Assessments for all critical tasks.
3. Key Stakeholders and Relationships to Manage:
3.1. Mine Maintenance Manager: Collaborate closely with Mine Maintenance Team to ensure proper Equipment scheduling.
3.2. Mine Operation Manager: Engage with Mine Operation Team to time deliver Plans and ensure compliance to safety and environment standards.
3.3. Plant Operation Manager: Engage with Crushing Plant and Concentrator Operation Team for procedural guidance and safety monitoring for production.
3.4. Learners and Apprentices: Build strong relationships with learners, providing mentorship and guidance throughout their learning journey.
3.5. Supervisors and Department Heads: Collaborate with department heads from estates, plants, and port operations to ensure process diagrams are effective.
4. Measures of Success KPIs:
• KPI measures:
• Short-Term Plan Accuracy (Daily/Weekly/Monthly):
o Variance between planned and actual production (tonnage, grade, strip ratio).
o Timeliness and quality of daily and weekly plans delivered to operations.
• Medium-Term Delivery Plan (Monthly/Quarterly):
o On-time submission of rolling monthly and quarterly plans aligned with production targets and resource availability.
• Plan Compliance Monitoring:
o Frequency and effectiveness of plan compliance reviews with the operations team.
o Number of corrective actions taken and their impact on performance.
• Scenario Planning & Optimization:
o Number and quality of short- and medium-term scenario analyses conducted to improve operational flexibility and cost efficiency.
• Staff Development & Mentorship:
o Progress in training and mentoring junior mine planners and engineers, measured through competency assessments and training hours.
• Planning System Utilization:
o Effective use of mine planning tools (e.g., Maptek, Deswik etc.) for generating and updating plans.
o Accuracy and consistency of data inputs and outputs.
• Compliance with Planning Standards:
o Adherence to internal and group-level short- and medium-term planning standards and audit requirements.
5. Consequences of Unsuccessful Execution:
5.1. Non-Compliance with MoU: Failure to comply with the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) could lead to penalties or loss of contracts.
6. Employee Development:
1.1. 6.1. Ensure Comprehensive Training: Provide coaching and mentorship to junior engineers and supervisors.
Qualifications / Experience / Technical Knowledge
• Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in open-pit mine planning, pit design, and production scheduling.
• Strong proficiency in Deswik mine planning and scheduling software is essential, particularly for open-pit scheduling workflows.
• Demonstrated capability in open-pit design, including pit phase design, pushback design, ramps, benches, berms, and access development.
• Good working knowledge of other mine planning software such as Maptek Vulcan, Datamine, MineSight, or similar platforms would be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of open-pit mining methods, pit optimization, mine sequencing, and scheduling principles.
• Practical experience in short-term, medium-term, and/or long-term mine planning, including production scheduling and mining sequence development.
• Experience in haulage analysis, equipment productivity, waste/ore movement planning, and material balance.
• Ability to integrate geotechnical, hydrological, operational, and safety considerations into practical open-pit mine designs.
• Familiarity with reconciliation, mine plan compliance, and production tracking would be an advantage.
Specific Skills
Essential
• English: Must have excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Computer Skills: Good computer skills with the ability to use integrated management systems, word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet applications, Mine Planning and design Software.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively across all levels.
• Reporting: Strong report writing and presentation skills.
Desirable
• Strong Leadership and Communication skills.
• Mine Planning and Scheduling.
• Planning, organizing and coordination skills.
• Creating a high-performance culture.
• Teamwork, sound interpersonal skills and good work ethics.
o Good presentation skills, and willing to engage on all levels
Personal Qualities / Behavioral Traits
• Physical posture: Be physically fit and be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination.
• Attention to Detail: Exhibits a meticulous approach to designs accuracy.
• Adaptability: Flexible in responding to changing conditions, including updates in industry standards or shifts in Infrastructure planning needs.
• Integrity and Professionalism: Upholds high ethical standards, ensuring fairness and transparency in all interactions with stakeholders.
o Resilience under Pressure: Remains calm and composed in high-pressure situations, especially when managing competing priorities.
Working Conditions
• The role involves working both in office settings and on-site at mining facilities.
• Standard working hours are expected, with potential for extended hours or shift work depending on maintenance needs and project requirements.
• Occasional travel to different mining sites or project locations may be required.
• The position may involve physical activity, including site inspections and assessments, necessitating physical stamina and dexterity.
Health and Safety
1.1. Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, standards, and procedures.
1.2. Participate in health, safety and environment training programs to understand potential hazards, safety procedures, and emergency protocols.
1.3. Report any health, safety and environmental concerns, incidents, or near misses promptly to the designated supervisor or safety officer.
1.4. Assist in identifying workplace hazards and participate in risk assessments to minimize risks to personal health and safety.
1.5. Wear appropriate PPE as required for specific tasks or environments and ensure that it is maintained and used correctly.
1.6. Be familiar with emergency response procedures, including evacuation routes, assembly points, and first aid protocols.
1.7. Follow established safe work practices and procedures to prevent accidents, injuries, or illnesses.
1.8. Operate machinery, tools, and equipment safely, following manufacturer's instructions and the AML safety guidelines.
1.9. Maintain a clean and orderly workspace to reduce hazards and prevent accidents.
1.9.1. Promote a culture of health and safety awareness among coworkers by encouraging safe behaviors and reporting unsafe conditions.
1.9.2. Participate in health and safety committees or meetings as required, providing input and suggestions for improving workplace safety.
1.9.3. Keep accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training activities as required by company policy and regulations.
Environment
1.1. Oversee and monitor the environmental performance of your department's functions, ensuring high levels of awareness and compliance with company environmental policies and relevant environmental laws.
1.2. Regularly review environmental performance metrics and indicators to track progress, identify trends, and address areas for improvement.
1.3. Ensure all environmental incidents are reported promptly and investigated thoroughly in line with company policies and legal requirements.
1.4. Uphold a culture of environmental responsibility and compliance within the organization by setting clear expectations for incident reporting and response at all levels.
1.5. Collaborate with the Environment team to identify opportunities for environmental improvement and develop strategic programs to enhance sustainability practices.
About Us
ArcelorMittal is the world's leading steel and mining company, with a presence in 60 countries and primary steelmaking facilities in 15 countries. Our material is part of the fabric of life. What we produce makes a difference - to individuals, communities, businesses and society. At ArcelorMittal, the safety, health, and wellbeing of our employees are our top priorities. We believe that every accident is avoidable, and it is essential for every employee, from the shop floor to the management committee, to hold this belief.
Our purpose is to produce ever smarter steels that have a positive benefit for people and planet. Steels made using innovative processes which use less energy, emit significantly less carbon and reduce costs. Steels that are cleaner, stronger and reusable. Steels for electric vehicles and renewable energy infrastructure that will support societies as they transform through this century. With steel at our core, our inventive people and an entrepreneurial culture at heart, we will support the world in making that change. This is what we believe it takes to be the steel company of the future.
About the Team
ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) is operating inside Liberia since 2006, where we are employing approximately 1600 employees and about 1000 contractors mainly in the area of security as well as in transactional manual work like Bush cutting keeping the railway and our concession area free of natural overgrowth, as well as putting tarpaulins on the railcars etc.
In Liberia we are running operations, spread over three locations, our harbour, and our Main offices in Buchanan, and the Nimba region the mines, existing of multiple mining locations at Tokadeh, Gangar and Yuelliton and a Crushing plant and rail loading facility, serviced by our own accommodation settlement in Yekepa.
These locations are all connected with a 260 km Railroad, operated, and managed by AML, as per the MDA between ArcelorMittal and the government of Liberia.
Currently 5 mtpa iron ore (DSO -Direct Shipping Ore) are produced, which will be phased out in the next few years and replaced with Iron Ore Concentrate. The Phase 2 project aims to increase export of Iron Ore to 15 mtpa (concentrate). This was restarted end 2020 after it was put on hold in 2014 due to Ebola outbreak in. Significant civil construction work was already well advanced when the project was put on hold. Phase 2 of the project consist of an iron ore concentrator at the mine, rehabilitation and upgrade of Rail line, and a new iron ore bulk handling terminal in the port.
Duties and Responsibilities / KPI's
1. Core Responsibilities:
1.1. Expected Delivery:
The successful candidate will be required to:
• Develop detailed pit designs, dumps, haul roads, and other mine infrastructure using industry-standard mine planning software.
• Develop and deliver timely short- and medium-term mine plans to support the Ore Extraction team in achieving production targets.
• Create monthly, quarterly, and annual mine plans, including ore treatment forecasts and production schedules.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with mine plans through daily engagement with operations, adjusting plans as needed based on practical conditions.
• Conduct plan-versus-actual reconciliations and recalibrate schedules to maintain alignment with business objectives.
• Perform equipment simulation and scenario planning to optimize resource utilization and operational efficiency.
• Schedule and monitor waste dumping and support progressive rehabilitation planning.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in mine planning processes.
• Support and promote safety, health, and environmental standards in all planning activities.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and technical standards.
• Mentor and train junior mining engineers to build internal planning capacity.
• Compile and maintain Life-of-Mine (LOM) plans.
• Maintain and update rolling monthly plans.
• Recommend corrective actions for deviations from plan.
• Ensure technical discipline, integrity and audit readiness.
• Guarantee robustness and integration of short- and long-term plans.
• Contribute to the development of mine technical systems and planning tools.
• Conduct scenario analyses and trade-off studies for lease areas and potential projects.
• Maintain accountability for planning data and reporting systems.
• Ensure compliance with group and site-specific planning guidelines through regular audits.
2.1. Site safety policy and new initiatives: Actively contribute to initiatives and implement change as directed by TSD Manager
2.2. Pro-active safety culture: Develop and promote by the identification, development, dissemination and review of safe practices and procedures and by ensuring the awareness of team members
2.3. Compliance of personnel: Actively promote, monitor and enforce with safe work practices.
2.4. Risk identification and addressing: Ensure all health, safety and hygiene risks are identified and address in the SOP's and Risk assessments.
2.5. Risk assessment: Develop standard Risk Assessments for all critical tasks.
3. Key Stakeholders and Relationships to Manage:
3.1. Mine Maintenance Manager: Collaborate closely with Mine Maintenance Team to ensure proper Equipment scheduling.
3.2. Mine Operation Manager: Engage with Mine Operation Team to time deliver Plans and ensure compliance to safety and environment standards.
3.3. Plant Operation Manager: Engage with Crushing Plant and Concentrator Operation Team for procedural guidance and safety monitoring for production.
3.4. Learners and Apprentices: Build strong relationships with learners, providing mentorship and guidance throughout their learning journey.
3.5. Supervisors and Department Heads: Collaborate with department heads from estates, plants, and port operations to ensure process diagrams are effective.
4. Measures of Success KPIs:
• KPI measures:
• Short-Term Plan Accuracy (Daily/Weekly/Monthly):
o Variance between planned and actual production (tonnage, grade, strip ratio).
o Timeliness and quality of daily and weekly plans delivered to operations.
• Medium-Term Delivery Plan (Monthly/Quarterly):
o On-time submission of rolling monthly and quarterly plans aligned with production targets and resource availability.
• Plan Compliance Monitoring:
o Frequency and effectiveness of plan compliance reviews with the operations team.
o Number of corrective actions taken and their impact on performance.
• Scenario Planning & Optimization:
o Number and quality of short- and medium-term scenario analyses conducted to improve operational flexibility and cost efficiency.
• Staff Development & Mentorship:
o Progress in training and mentoring junior mine planners and engineers, measured through competency assessments and training hours.
• Planning System Utilization:
o Effective use of mine planning tools (e.g., Maptek, Deswik etc.) for generating and updating plans.
o Accuracy and consistency of data inputs and outputs.
• Compliance with Planning Standards:
o Adherence to internal and group-level short- and medium-term planning standards and audit requirements.
5. Consequences of Unsuccessful Execution:
5.1. Non-Compliance with MoU: Failure to comply with the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) could lead to penalties or loss of contracts.
6. Employee Development:
1.1. 6.1. Ensure Comprehensive Training: Provide coaching and mentorship to junior engineers and supervisors.
Qualifications / Experience / Technical Knowledge
• Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in open-pit mine planning, pit design, and production scheduling.
• Strong proficiency in Deswik mine planning and scheduling software is essential, particularly for open-pit scheduling workflows.
• Demonstrated capability in open-pit design, including pit phase design, pushback design, ramps, benches, berms, and access development.
• Good working knowledge of other mine planning software such as Maptek Vulcan, Datamine, MineSight, or similar platforms would be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of open-pit mining methods, pit optimization, mine sequencing, and scheduling principles.
• Practical experience in short-term, medium-term, and/or long-term mine planning, including production scheduling and mining sequence development.
• Experience in haulage analysis, equipment productivity, waste/ore movement planning, and material balance.
• Ability to integrate geotechnical, hydrological, operational, and safety considerations into practical open-pit mine designs.
• Familiarity with reconciliation, mine plan compliance, and production tracking would be an advantage.
Specific Skills
Essential
• English: Must have excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Computer Skills: Good computer skills with the ability to use integrated management systems, word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet applications, Mine Planning and design Software.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively across all levels.
• Reporting: Strong report writing and presentation skills.
Desirable
• Strong Leadership and Communication skills.
• Mine Planning and Scheduling.
• Planning, organizing and coordination skills.
• Creating a high-performance culture.
• Teamwork, sound interpersonal skills and good work ethics.
o Good presentation skills, and willing to engage on all levels
Personal Qualities / Behavioral Traits
• Physical posture: Be physically fit and be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination.
• Attention to Detail: Exhibits a meticulous approach to designs accuracy.
• Adaptability: Flexible in responding to changing conditions, including updates in industry standards or shifts in Infrastructure planning needs.
• Integrity and Professionalism: Upholds high ethical standards, ensuring fairness and transparency in all interactions with stakeholders.
o Resilience under Pressure: Remains calm and composed in high-pressure situations, especially when managing competing priorities.
Working Conditions
• The role involves working both in office settings and on-site at mining facilities.
• Standard working hours are expected, with potential for extended hours or shift work depending on maintenance needs and project requirements.
• Occasional travel to different mining sites or project locations may be required.
• The position may involve physical activity, including site inspections and assessments, necessitating physical stamina and dexterity.
Health and Safety
1.1. Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations, standards, and procedures.
1.2. Participate in health, safety and environment training programs to understand potential hazards, safety procedures, and emergency protocols.
1.3. Report any health, safety and environmental concerns, incidents, or near misses promptly to the designated supervisor or safety officer.
1.4. Assist in identifying workplace hazards and participate in risk assessments to minimize risks to personal health and safety.
1.5. Wear appropriate PPE as required for specific tasks or environments and ensure that it is maintained and used correctly.
1.6. Be familiar with emergency response procedures, including evacuation routes, assembly points, and first aid protocols.
1.7. Follow established safe work practices and procedures to prevent accidents, injuries, or illnesses.
1.8. Operate machinery, tools, and equipment safely, following manufacturer's instructions and the AML safety guidelines.
1.9. Maintain a clean and orderly workspace to reduce hazards and prevent accidents.
1.9.1. Promote a culture of health and safety awareness among coworkers by encouraging safe behaviors and reporting unsafe conditions.
1.9.2. Participate in health and safety committees or meetings as required, providing input and suggestions for improving workplace safety.
1.9.3. Keep accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and training activities as required by company policy and regulations.
Environment
1.1. Oversee and monitor the environmental performance of your department's functions, ensuring high levels of awareness and compliance with company environmental policies and relevant environmental laws.
1.2. Regularly review environmental performance metrics and indicators to track progress, identify trends, and address areas for improvement.
1.3. Ensure all environmental incidents are reported promptly and investigated thoroughly in line with company policies and legal requirements.
1.4. Uphold a culture of environmental responsibility and compliance within the organization by setting clear expectations for incident reporting and response at all levels.
1.5. Collaborate with the Environment team to identify opportunities for environmental improvement and develop strategic programs to enhance sustainability practices.
About Us
ArcelorMittal is the world's leading steel and mining company, with a presence in 60 countries and primary steelmaking facilities in 15 countries. Our material is part of the fabric of life. What we produce makes a difference - to individuals, communities, businesses and society. At ArcelorMittal, the safety, health, and wellbeing of our employees are our top priorities. We believe that every accident is avoidable, and it is essential for every employee, from the shop floor to the management committee, to hold this belief.
Our purpose is to produce ever smarter steels that have a positive benefit for people and planet. Steels made using innovative processes which use less energy, emit significantly less carbon and reduce costs. Steels that are cleaner, stronger and reusable. Steels for electric vehicles and renewable energy infrastructure that will support societies as they transform through this century. With steel at our core, our inventive people and an entrepreneurial culture at heart, we will support the world in making that change. This is what we believe it takes to be the steel company of the future.
About the Team
ArcelorMittal Liberia (AML) is operating inside Liberia since 2006, where we are employing approximately 1600 employees and about 1000 contractors mainly in the area of security as well as in transactional manual work like Bush cutting keeping the railway and our concession area free of natural overgrowth, as well as putting tarpaulins on the railcars etc.
In Liberia we are running operations, spread over three locations, our harbour, and our Main offices in Buchanan, and the Nimba region the mines, existing of multiple mining locations at Tokadeh, Gangar and Yuelliton and a Crushing plant and rail loading facility, serviced by our own accommodation settlement in Yekepa.
These locations are all connected with a 260 km Railroad, operated, and managed by AML, as per the MDA between ArcelorMittal and the government of Liberia.
Currently 5 mtpa iron ore (DSO -Direct Shipping Ore) are produced, which will be phased out in the next few years and replaced with Iron Ore Concentrate. The Phase 2 project aims to increase export of Iron Ore to 15 mtpa (concentrate). This was restarted end 2020 after it was put on hold in 2014 due to Ebola outbreak in. Significant civil construction work was already well advanced when the project was put on hold. Phase 2 of the project consist of an iron ore concentrator at the mine, rehabilitation and upgrade of Rail line, and a new iron ore bulk handling terminal in the port.