ABOUT THIS ROLE:

To perform a variety of engineering duties in the development, modification or adaptation of established systems, processes and/or project plans.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

Mine Planning

• Prepare, review and evaluate mine design, mine plans, ore control, project feasibility and productivity studies
• Perform cash flow analysis and financial modelling.
• Mentor and coach less experienced engineers.
• Assist with the development of new mine planning tools.
• Maintain tools required for short and medium-term planning.
• Plan and perform Mine Engineering duties related to Mine Production and Development.
• Develop practical mining plans based on all available geological information to support medium-term and long-term Mine Planning and Production goals.
• Plan, organise and coordinate surveys, tests or investigations through the collection of data points.
• Generate and develop pit/waste dump designs; blast designs and processing plans.
• Prepare plans for mines, including pits and haul roads for Open Pit operations, using CAD and Mine Planning Software.
• Prepare the layout of the Mine and its’ subsequent development, as well as the manner in which the ore is to be mined.
• Prepare reserve estimate figures.

Mine Analyses and Investigations

• Screen mine assignments for unusual and/or challenging problems and select techniques and procedures to be applied to non-routine work.
• Conduct detailed analyses on the following:
  • equipment productivities.
  • equipment studies.
  • improvement studies.
  • model reconciliation.
  • mine plan reconciliations.
  • blast designs.
• Interpret the results arising out of the surveys, tests or investigations and prepare recommendations.
• Contribute to the assessment of manpower, capital and equipment requirements to meet objectives.
• Participate in engineering feasibility studies to define:
  • proper mining methods.
  • equipment selections.
  • mine site facilities.
  • capital and operating costs.
  • manpower and product requirements.

Mine Operational Delivery

• Generate short term (i.e. weekly and monthly) production schedules and budgets.
• Apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Oversee the construction of the mine and the installation of all necessary plant and equipment.
• Lead the implementation of cutting edge processes and safety practices.
• Contribute to maximum productivity and extraction rates through the utilisation of the latest and advanced mining methods, procedures and equipment.
• Present executive summaries and cost estimates to senior staff for review.

Mine Optimisation

• Play a leading role in improving operational efficiency and quality and controlling production costs at all stages of the Life of Mine cycle.
• Work cooperatively with other departments, project managers, supply chain and Mine management to optimise production, reduce costs, solve problems and meet deadlines.
• Provide troubleshooting support to improve operational efficiencies.
• Make minor adaptations and/or modifications to established engineering plans and systems.

Stakeholder Communication

• Lead and collaborate with the mine build team to ensure projects are completed according to set timelines and budgets and high-quality standards.
• Consult with Geologists and other Engineers regarding the design, selection and provision of machines,facilities and systems for mining.
• Supervise contractors, negotiate variations and remedial works, assure and control quality, measure work done and approve mine works.

YOUR TRAINING, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE CHECKLIST:

Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):

• Bachelors’ degree in Mine Engineering.

Additional Knowledge:

• Mine Foreman Certificate of Competency.
• Advanced proficiency in MineSight 3D software.
• Proficiency in cost modelling software e.g. Xeras.

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 – 7 years’ experience in a large Open Pit Mining environment.

Technical Skills:

• Strong computer literacy skills – MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), MS Project, Programming, Coding and Application Software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong planning, organising and prioritising skills.
• Ability to visualise three-dimensional (3D) layouts.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with a wide variety of personnel.
• Ability to plan and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job;

• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment: The noise level in the office is not inexcess of 85 decibels. Incumbent is however occasionally exposed to noise, fumes, high temperatures, hazardous materials, sharp edges, dust, unpaved pathways, pinch-points, extreme vibration, excavators and drilling rigs, slippery surfaces at the mine site.
• Incumbent is based primarily in an office-based environment, which requires a continuous need for a high degree of concentration when dealing with numbers, scheduling, mine plan generations and mine designs.