Mine Planning Engineer Job at Foran Mining Corporation (Hanson Lake)

Senior Mine Planning Engineer

Reporting to the Principal Mining Engineer – LoM Planning, you will develop mine...

Location

Australia , Osborne Park

Salary:

Not provided

Mineral Resources

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering or related discipline
Extensive experience in operational mining engineering or strategic mine planning roles highly regarded
Advanced skills in mine planning software (Vulcan, Surpac, Minemax, Alastri suite of programs) with advanced skills in MS Office, Power BI and GIS tools highly regarded
Experience within bulk commodity supply chains and multiple commodities and/or multiple processing environments
Experience in a production analysis and improvement role highly regarded
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement
Ability to prioritise workloads and manage competing demands to meet targets
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a collaborative and agile mindset

Job Responsibility

Develop and maintain mining models from first principles, reflecting updated resource knowledge, extraction assumptions, sensitivity analysis and operational performance
Conduct pit optimisations and pit shell selections to maximise strategic value
Produce designs for ultimate pits, stages, waste dumps and mine layouts to support strategic level mine planning
Engage with key stakeholders across the business to develop a thorough understanding of objectives and constraints that inform strategic planning assumptions and decisions
Synthesise and process data to develop useable, repeatable assumptions for input into strategic mine plans
Scope, design and integrate rehabilitation and closure planning into greenfields and project execution phases
Undertake scenario and project analysis to support approvals, reserve reporting and life extension opportunities
Develop and adjust mine layouts in response to strategic risks and opportunities, including detail to support primary and secondary mining approvals and efficient mine closure

What we offer

We invest in your career, with a focus on leadership, upskilling, training and development programs
Live Your Best Life! Our benefits offer you access to deals, support and discounts to help you unlock the important things in Life – Health, Family, Recreation and Your Future with MinRes
World class facilities include a café, restaurant, commercial gym, crèche, daycare and health centre, including GP

Fulltime

Principal Engineer Strategic Mine Planning

Reporting to the Manager Mine Planning, the Principal Mine Planning Engineer wil...

Location

Australia , Perth

Salary:

Not provided

PLS

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree qualified in Mining Engineering (or equivalent)
WA Unrestricted QM ticket highly regarded
Significant exposure to an operational environment
10+ years mine planning experience
Experience in strategic planning, life-of-mine planning and site-based production planning
Proficient in the use of mine planning software programs such as Whittle, Minemax and Datamine
Competent in the Microsoft Office suites of applications, with advanced Excel skills preferred
Understanding of operational constraints and geotechnical issues
Cost modelling and cost management experience
High level of competency in report writing

Job Responsibility

Assist with the development and maintenance of fit-for-purpose systems for studies and Life-of-Mine planning
Prepare and support timely, optimised and accurate studies and mine plans for all Operations including infrastructure, mining methods, equipment, designs, schedules and financials
Identify, assess, and manage risks to the execution of the mine plan
Provide guidance and general oversight with the development of 5-year and Life of Mine plans
Ensure compliance to applicable mine safety standards, legislation, regulations and environmental laws, in all mine designs, 5-year and Life of Mine plans
Liaise with peers across the operation to identify and monitor key inputs to the integrated plan, and analyse and benchmark performance to the inputs
Review planning systems and procedures as required to align with the medium to short term planning requirements to deliver and maintain a robust planning system
Assist with the Ore Reserve estimation process, including reconciliation of planned verses actual
Assist with mining equipment selection
Collaborate and assist with peer review analysis to identify new business opportunities

What we offer

18 weeks parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
Flexible working arrangements including an option to work from home
Health and wellbeing allowance
Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises individual and business performance
PLS employee share scheme
Novated leasing through salary sacrifice
Newly refurbished facilities at Pilgangoora including gym, tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts, sports oval, and scenic walking tracks
Paid community leave
Monthly employee recognition awards
Access to PLS’ KidsCo School Holiday Program

Fulltime

Senior Underground Mine Long-Term Planning Engineer

Location

Papua New Guinea , Porgera

Salary:

Not provided

Myn

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 5 years' mining experience, including 1-2 years focused on long-term mine planning
Strong experience in underground metalliferous mining operations
Proficiency with Deswik, Datamine, Vulcan, MineSched, or similar planning software
Strong understanding of mine economics and production forecasting
Excellent analytical and communication skills

Job Responsibility

Develop life-of-mine and long-term production schedules
Prepare strategic mine development and sequencing plans
Conduct mine optimization studies and scenario evaluations
Collaborate with geology, geotechnical, ventilation, and operations teams
Prepare reserve extraction plans and production forecasts
Support annual budgeting and business planning processes
Analyze mining methods and recommend operational improvements
Generate technical reports, presentations, and economic evaluations
Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements
Mentor junior planning engineers where required

Fulltime

Underground Mine Short-Term Planning Engineer

Myn is an AI driven marketplace that connects the candidates, clients and recrui...

Location

Papua New Guinea , Porgera

Salary:

Not provided

Myn

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 3 years’ experience in underground mine short-term or weekly planning
Experience in underground hard rock mining preferred
Familiarity with mine planning software such as Deswik, Vulcan, Datamine, or MineSched
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment

Job Responsibility

Develop and maintain weekly and short-term underground mine plans
Coordinate with operations teams to ensure alignment between planning and execution
Monitor actual performance against planned development and production targets
Update schedules and identify operational constraints and opportunities
Prepare stope, development, and equipment utilization plans
Participate in daily and weekly planning meetings
Analyze production data and provide recommendations for performance improvement
Ensure compliance with mine safety and operational standards
Assist with planning for ventilation, services, and mine access requirements
Generate reports and planning documentation as required

Fulltime

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Senior Mine Engineer

Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan | Foran (TSX:ELD) is seeking a Senior Mine Engineer t...

Location

Canada , Hanson Lake

Salary:

Not provided

Foran Mining Corporation

Expiration Date

July 10, 2026

Requirements

Registered as a P.Eng in Saskatchewan or eligible for registration with APEGS
Minimum tertiary qualification in Mine Engineering (B.Eng. Mining) or equivalent
7+ years of underground hard rock mining experience
Strong understanding of business and operational requirements
Proficiency with the Deswik mining suite including Sched, DB, CAD, and IS
Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
Ability to work in a dynamic mining environment and adapt to changing conditions
Strong understanding of safety regulations and promoting a safety-first culture

Job Responsibility

Lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with safety regulations
Supervise, train, and mentor engineers and mine technicians
Review and approve mine engineering plans, schedules, ventilation, and dewatering plans
Drive annual budget, production forecast, and life-of-mine (LOM) planning activities
Collaborate with Geology and Metallurgy to optimize production scheduling and blending requirements
Support the conversion of mineral resources into mining reserves
Assess and implement new technologies to improve underground safety and productivity
Promote engineering best practices in mine design and underground infrastructure
Review work practices to identify and reduce operational and personnel risks
Provide QAQC and technical support for blasting, drilling, and mining activities

What we offer

Annual discretionary short term incentive award at a percentage of base salary, rewarding exceptional contributions to team and company success
Employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
RRSP with company match
Camp-based position with travel support

Fulltime

Senior Long-Term Planning Engineer

Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan | Foran (TSX:ELD) is seeking a Senior Long-Term Plann...

Location

Canada , Hanson Lake

Salary:

Not provided

Foran Mining Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mine Engineering or a related field
7+ years underground hard rock mining experience
Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng) in Saskatchewan or eligible for registration with APEGS
Proficient in Deswik (Sched, UGDB, CAD, IS) and Microsoft 365 tools
Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
Adaptable in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Deep understanding of underground safety regulations and commitment to safety culture
Excellent organizational and time management abilities

Job Responsibility

Lead and promote a strong safety culture through compliance, inspections, and regular safety meetings
Develop and communicate long-term mine plans and production schedules, identifying improvement opportunities
Lead strategic planning, including annual budgets and life-of-mine (LOM) forecasts
Conduct trade-off studies to support continuous improvement initiatives
Analyze strategic scenarios to assess operational opportunities
Align long-term plans with short- and mid-term objectives for seamless execution
Collaborate with Mine Geology and Metallurgy to meet plant blending targets
Work with Mine Geology to convert resources into reserves
Mentor and supervise engineering staff to ensure safe, efficient operations
Evaluate new technologies to enhance underground safety and productivity

What we offer

Employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
RSP with company match
Annual discretionary short term incentive award at a percentage of base salary
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Fulltime

Planning Engineer

We are seeking a Mining Engineer to join our Technical Services team at Newmont ...

Location

Australia , Orange

Salary:

Not provided

Newmont Mining

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor of Engineering (Mining or equivalent)
Demonstrated experience as a Mining Engineer
Experience in large-scale underground mining operations
Working knowledge of production planning processes and mining sequencing

Job Responsibility

Develop and deliver weekly tactical execution plans aligned to the quarterly forecast
Facilitate and host weekly planning and RMP input meetings
Integrate bottom-up operational inputs with medium-term planning assumptions
Provide clear guidance and prioritisation to operational execution teams
Monitor cave draw compliance and complete end-of-month reporting
Participate actively in field safety verifications and hazard rectification
Support shutdown planning activities for operational teams
Present and roll out approved weekly production plans
Manage and maintain production dispatch and data systems

What we offer

competitive salary
flexible packaging options
programs that recognize those who go above and beyond

Fulltime

Planning Engineer

Location

Australia , Pilbara

Salary:

Not provided

Mineral Resources

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering or equivalent
WA Quarry Manager Certificate of Competency highly regarded
Extensive experience in operational mining engineering or technical mine planning roles with in the 2 – 5 year horizon’s highly regarded
Advanced skills in mine planning software (Vulcan, Surpac, Deswik, MineSched) with advanced skills in MS Office, Power BI and GIS tools highly regarded
Experience using GPS machine guidance systems (Trimble Earthworks) and analysing operational data to inform plan and design outcomes
Proven ability to develop realistic, achievable plans in collaboration with multiple functional teams
Experience with open pit operations, shift scheduling, equipment allocation, haulage optimisation, and integration of environmental conditions into plans
Understanding of ore blending, grade control, QA/QC, geotechnical constraints, and safety standards in tactical planning
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a collaborative and agile mindset

Job Responsibility

Produce executable rehabilitation schedules as per the scope of works
Monitor schedule compliance, analyse variances, and recommend corrective actions to meet production targets
Collaborate with survey team to ensure rehabilitation designs are implemented in line with scope of works
Assist with managing, tracking and recording seeding requirements
Collaborate closely with operations and the client to ensure plans reflect current operational capabilities and constraints
Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure plans and designs adhere to all standards, safety regulations, and environmental conditions
Optimise fleet allocation, haulage routes, and cycle times to improve productivity and reduce costs
Update and verify spatial data, geological models and survey information for accurate planning
Identify and implement improvements to planning processes, tools, and scheduling methodologies
Provide guidance and mentoring to junior engineers, promoting planning discipline and operational understanding

What we offer

Exposure to innovative mining technologies and industry leading projects
Opportunities for ongoing professional development, technical leadership, and advancement
Comprehensive employee benefits supporting your career, health, family, recreation, and future with MinRes

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