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Underground Chief Mining Engineer

• Long-life African UG Mine Operation
• 6/3 FIFO roster from anywhere
• Projects-focused opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and projects-focused Underground Chief Mining Engineer to join this long-standing African operation. In this pivotal role you will assist the Mine Manager with planning, scheduling, coordination, monitoring and management of all underground projects.

Reporting to the UG Mine Manager your key responsibilities will include:

• Planning and scheduling of the underground projects and update project schedules as required
• The development of short-term plans that maintains the long-term objectives
• Manage, control, and coordinate all Underground technical services departments; Blasting, Ventilation, Survey, Geology & Geotechnical.
• Optimising mine designs and layouts in accordance with best mine procedures and standards
• Financial tracking of underground projects, budgets, and capital expenditure
• Development of cost models in and financial analysis for all underground operations
• Development, review, monitoring and management of the execution plan
• Technical audits and evaluation, including mining methods, infrastructure, designs, schedules, and financials

Your background:

• Experience in developing and managing underground feasibility study projects.
• Degree in Mining Engineering
• Qualification in Business Administration/Project Management
• Extensive experience in hard rock underground mining
• International experience is desirable (particularly in Africa).
• Technical Report writing, A good knowledge of the mineral reporting codes, including the NI43-101 and JORC code.

This is a very rare opportunity to join and directly impact the future of a well-funded African mining operation, looking to optimise safety and output while also committed to the ongoing development and upskilling of the local work force.

Apply now.