Mine Engineer

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.

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