Chief Mine Engineer (Crean Hill)
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Job Summary
The Chief Mine Engineer is responsible for sustainable and reliable mine engineering planning and design to support safe and efficient underground operations at Magna Minings McCreedy West mine.
All Magna Mining team members are expected to work collaboratively with others lead the way in health and safety act with honesty integrity and foster an entrepreneurial spirit in pursuit of excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and optimize underground mine designs.
- Oversee the preparation of short medium and long-term mine plans.
- Ensure integration of geotechnical ventilation and hydrogeological considerations into mine design.
- Collaborate with geology and operations to ensure mine plans align with resource models and production targets.
- Manage mine development projects from concept to execution.
- Oversee scheduling budgeting and resource allocation for mine development and related infrastructure.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement controls to ensure safe development.
- Monitor and improve operational efficiency and development performance against KPIs.
- Interface with operations maintenance and other departments to coordinate development and production.
- Provide technical support for daily mining activities and troubleshoot operational challenges.
- Ensure all engineering designs and plans comply with regulatory and environmental standards.
- Prepare and present regular reports on mine plans cost tracking and project milestones.
- Liaise with external consultants contractors and regulatory agencies as needed.
- Supervise and mentor a team of mine technical services support staff.
Qualifications: Formal Education Certifications or Equivalents
- Bachelors degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
- Professional Engineering designation in Ontario or eligibility to obtain in Ontario is required.
Work Experience: Nature & Length
- 8 or more years of experience in underground mine engineering.
- 3 or more years in a leadership role.
Key Competencies: Behaviours & Skills
- Expertise in mine planning software.
- Effective leadership and communication skills.
- Sound knowledge of underground mining methods (especially ramp access and lateral development).
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and safety practices in underground mining.
- Budgeting cost control and project management expertise.
At Magna Mining Inc. we believe supporting our people is essential to our success. We offer a competitive salary comprehensive benefits RRSP contribution opportunities and access to employee and family assistance programs to support your well-being and long-term success.
Minimum Salary: $130000.00
Required Skills:
Qualifications: Formal Education Certifications or Equivalents Bachelors degree in Mining Engineering or related field. Professional Engineering designation in Ontario or eligibility to obtain in Ontario is required. Work Experience: Nature & Length 8 or more years of experience in underground mine engineering. 3 or more years in a leadership role. Key Competencies: Behaviours & Skills Expertise in mine planning software. Effective leadership and communication skills. Sound knowledge of underground mining methods (especially ramp access and lateral development). Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and safety practices in underground mining. Budgeting cost control and project management expertise.
