Lead Specialist, Mining

Overview

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Mining Engineering or related field.

Minimum Experience

• 10+ years of experience in relevant leading role within Open Pit Mining Operations area such as Mine Planning, Drill & Blast, Operation, Projects, and management experience. Underground experience will be beneficial.
• Technical knowledge in Mine technical Role disciplines in Open Pit Operations: Mine Planning, Drill & Blast, Operation, and Projects.
• Extensive expertise in Open pit mining operations and Project at Operational stage.
• Experience leading and integrating cross-functional teams, strategies, and plans to achieve business success
• Experience in successfully leading mid- and large-size teams.
• Strong financial & budgeting skills necessary.
• Relevant knowledge in mineral licensing, monitoring, and compliance.

Maaden High Performance Competencies

• Strong knowledge of mine planning, geotechnical, and safety regulations.
• Proven ability to work in a systemized manner and establish procedures, guidelines and detailed technical documentation.
• Supporting EHSS program of Maaden in KPI and details program deliverables including maintaining a high focus on safety within the Mine Engineering Design and Planning Function and actively promoting Maaden s safety standards during all site visits
• Lead and take ownership of planning function ensuring accuracy and delivering no plan and budget.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of mining methods, techniques, and equipment capacity.
• Proficiency in mine planning, design, and optimization software, especially Hexagon, to develop and analyze mine designs, infrastructure designs, and production schedules on a short-, mid- and long-term timeframe.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in cost modelling and cost estimation, in Excel and Xeras
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Systems

• Develop mine planning systems and procedures according to industry best practices.
• Lead adoption of new systems and implementation with the rest of the team.
• Ensure all technical documentation, templates, reports, guidelines are clear and accurate.

Strategic Planning

• Prepare and update Life of Mine (LOM) plans and annual budgets. Optimize designs and sequences with geological and geotechnical inputs.
• Lead project studies to support operational growth and efficiency.
• Develop, review, and optimise life-of-mine plans in line with business objectives.
• Lead budgeting and cost modelling to ensure financial targets and operational efficiency.
• Detailed design and execution
• Create detailed designs for mining areas with associated documentation, inclusive of all required mine infrastructure.
• Conduct project due diligence, identifying risks, opportunities, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Plan and manage project timelines, resources, and milestones within budget and operational constraints.

Operational Scheduling

• Develop detailed quarterly and yearly schedules for mining and infrastructure activities
• Coordinate with production and all technical services functions to ensure schedules are robust and achievable.

Safety & Compliance

• Live the Maaden values and promote a safety-first culture
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental policies
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments

Performance Monitoring

• Track actual versus planned performance; analyze KPIs and recommend corrective actions to meet production and cost targets.

Continuous Improvement

• Implement best practices and new technologies in mine planning and scheduling.
• Drive innovation in mining methods, technology adoption, and process optimization.
• Devise initiatives to reduce operational costs and enhance productivity.

Leadership & Mentoring

• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical and professional development.

Support

• Provide technical support to operations, ensuring alignment with production goals and standards.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management.
• Any other duties as required to achieve operational goals.