Mining Engineering Jobs - MINING ENGINEERING JOBS: 8228 - Open Pit Short Term Planning Engineer - Residential - International - Closed - Details - Mining Employment Services

Our Client is committed to making their resources available to support their countries  increased economic prosperity and standard of living . They are a major supplier of these resources worldwide as well as within their own country.

Our client operates a large scale open pit mining operation and they are looking for a suitably qualified Open Pit Short Term Mine Planning Engineer for their operation.

This is an International residential role and the Company will pay reasonable relocation expenses, temporary accommodation, as well as competitive salary, superannuation, vehicle allowance, performance bonus, exceptional bonus, gainshare, medical insurance, life and disability insurance. 

Reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer you will be responsible for the co ordination and control of the short term mine planning activities to ensure that quality and production targets are achieved safely and efficiently following the long term mine plans principles.

Accountabilities for this position

• Assist with the production of the annual mine plan for the mine operating budget, following the principles in the long term mine plan
• Produce rolling 3 month mine plan and mining schedule
• Produce detailed fortnightly mining schedule each week.
• Prepare and maintain mine plans for excavation, haulage and dumping, in line with site standards
• Consult with relevant mining personnel in preparing the mine plans and schedules to ensure requirements are achieved
• Monitor mining progress against mining schedules
• Review drill and blast plans to ensure alignment with short term mine plans and schedules. Report concerns 
• Effectively liaise with other departments and management to optimise mine planning 
• Produce scheduled monthly reports and updates as required
• Ensure operational designs are practical and implemented and in compliance with planning
• Undertake projects as required

Requirements for this position

• Degree qualified mining engineer
• 2+ years previous experience in an open pit coal mine 
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices 
• Good written and verbal communication skills 
• Display effective problem solving skills
• Sound computer knowledge in Vulcan and Xpac

If you believe you potentially have the necessary skills, qualities and experience to succeed in this position apply online via the button below or contact Mark Pemberton on 08 9240 7399 or email mark@miningemployment.com.au for more details.

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