NGM - Mine Planning Engineer, Surface Automation

Position Description:

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Mine Planning Engineer, Surface Automation at Nevada Gold Mines. The successful candidate is responsiblel for the coordination of internal and external resources. Ensures project deliverables are met and the operational goals of the Autonomous Haulage implementation project are fulfilled. Responsible for the execution of tasks with adherence to the constraints of a project budget, and while coordinating with NGM Open Pit Operations, Technical Services, and Maintenance departments.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and produce mine plans and operational scenarios to support Autonomous Haulage implementation operation at the Open Pit division(s).

• Develop alternative mine plan scenarios and analyze project sensitivities throughout Nevada Gold Mines Open Pits.

• Identify hazards in both the mining environment and those associated with the designs and plans created.

• Provide project communication internally to various project stakeholders.

• Participate in evaluation of all technology solutions regarding safety and health risk, production risk, and sustained feasibility.

• Ensure a safe and environmentally responsible project implementation with all staff, consultants, and contractors.

• Ensure adherence to the project budget, forecasts, and reporting cadences.

• Assist project team in analyzing problems as assigned and help develop solutions to remediate.

• Interface with operations staff and departments to obtain input and support of mine plans and designs.

• Develop proposals and cost estimates, including required equipment, materials, personnel, and other peripheral services.

• Develop resolutions to problems associated with mine plan design, engineering, and construction.

• Communicate with members of the project team and collaborate with more senior engineers to adopt the most cost effective and efficient practices.

• Ensure all project control procedures are implemented and compliant with company policy and standards.

• Follow the organization's HS&E policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions; to identify and mitigate risks, and to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of oneself and others.

• Other responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Accredited post-secondary education (a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical/Electrical/ Chemical/Mining or related field) will be considered as experience, amount depending on nature and extent. required

• Two (2) years practical experience in technical services department within the mining environment required

• Demonstrated safety leadership capability for both self and team rrequired

• Excellent leadership, people, and communication skills to act as a "Change Agent"required

• Exhibit outstanding verbal and written communication skills, as well as organizational skills, and analytical skills required

• Demonstrated computer literacy and practical application of MS Office products including Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with design and visualization software, scheduling software, and other commonly used mining software required

• Ability to interface with other professionals and team members required

• Familiar with project management and organizational skills including time management, leadership, and decision-making concepts required

• Familiar with applicable engineering and peripheral codes, policies, standards, and best practices required

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!

• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.

• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.

• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.

• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.