Senior Mining Engineer
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mining Engineer to lead our mining engineering team at our Pilgangoora operation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement mine planning procedures and systems for the mining operation, including daily, weekly, and monthly scheduling processes.
* Assist the Mining Technical Services Superintendent in implementing the annual mining plan and schedule, working closely with the Mining Supervisor and Mining Contractor's Project Manager.
* Oversee and verify mine designs and mining schedules prepared by Mining Engineers and/or consultants.
Maintaining open communication with the Mining Contractor and PLS Technical Services team to ensure efficient ore extraction and maximize economic potential is essential. Effective management of the team, ensuring all mining engineering activity is conducted safely and achieves regulatory compliance, is crucial. A proactive safety culture should be driven, monitoring safe mining work practices, and ensuring mandatory safety training for the team.
Cost Management and Budgeting:
Assist with managing expenses within approved guidelines and limits, and review and approve mining engineering services, geotechnical, and hydrogeology consulting services, and pit dewatering program cost management to ensure best investment spend and cost efficiency.
Environmental Impact:
Contribute to mine planning and environmental impact assessments to sustain life of mine and responsible management of the mine resource. Ensure environmental regulatory compliance by the Mining Engineering Team.