Mine Engineer

Job Description

**Mine Engineer**

**Virgina**

Seeking a Mine Engineer to provide technical leadership and operational support. This role combines mine planning, contractor management, and field execution to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective outcomes.

Position works in a combination of field and mine office-based environments, with regular exposure to active mining and construction operations. Requires the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and a proactive, independent and hands-on approach.

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**Key Responsibilities**

**Safety \& Compliance**

* Promote strong safety culture, ensure compliance with all HSE regulations and company standards
* Oversee contractor safety practices, including field risk management and hazard controls
* Conduct inspections, audits, and incident investigations
* Ensure environmental controls (dust, drainage, spill prevention) are maintained

**Technical Engineering \& Mine Planning**

* Execute mining plans based on modeling and sequencing using Maptek Vulcan
* Develop and execute near-term mine plans and production schedules
* Perform engineering analyses, trade-off studies, and cost evaluations
* Prepare technical reports and support permitting activities

**Contractor Management \& Operations**

* Monitor daily performance of contractors and mining crews
* Monitor productivity, equipment utilization, and plan compliance
* Validate contractor reporting, timesheets, and cost submissions
* Identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions

**Construction \& Tailings Oversight**

* Supervise tailings and earthworks construction activities
* Ensure compliance with engineering designs, specifications, and quality standards
* Coordinate survey, as-built verification, and construction records
* Identify and resolve design or construction deviations

**Cost Control \& Reporting**

* Track costs against budget and forecast
* Monitor KPIs, productivity, and contractor performance
* Prepare regular operational and cost reports
* Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements

**Qualifications \& Experience**

* Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline
* 2 years of mining experience
* Proficiency in mine planning software (Vulcan preferred)
* Experience working with contractors and earthworks operations
* Mineral sands experience desirable
* Strong technical and analytical capability