Mining - Engineering & Maintenance (Mining, Resources & Energy)
AUMS is part of the Perenti group of companies and is a specialist underground contract mining services business operating across Africa.
The business combines a world-class workforce with an extensive fleet of specialist underground mining equipment.
With a commitment to world-class practices, AUMS has become and will continue to be the 'contractor of choice' in the African underground hard rock mining industry.
We are actively seeking a Senior Mining Engineer to join us in our African Operations on 6 weeks on and 4 weeks off roster. This role is responsible for assisting Site Project Managers and Mine Foreman with the technical mining issues on site and/or department, interpreting and analysing mining physicals and site costs, and integrating with the client technical services department.
Role responsibilities are: Complies with all HS&E policies, procedures and instructions, including the correct use of safety devices and protective equipment, prompt reporting of any hazardous situations, making necessary changes to eliminate or control hazards, and reporting any accidents or injuries immediately.Complies with relevant Mines Safety and Inspection Regulations.Takes reasonable care for their own safety and that of other persons who may be affected by their acts.Ensure mining physicals are achieved as per contract/client schedules.Ensure an intimate understanding of the site contract, variations, and management plans and ensure compliance.Ensure client requirements are met contractually and maintain a favourable relationship with the client.Use analysis and implementation of cost reduction initiatives.Production monitoring.Monthly performance reporting.Management of Quality Assurance Programmes.Budget preparation.Assists with the preparation of monthly claims and interface with the Client.Minimum requirements: Minimum of 5 years relevant underground mining experienceBachelor's degree in mining engineering.Underground Supervisors Certificate of Competency or First Class Mine Managers (FCMM) Certificate of Competency.Senior First Aid Certificate.Demonstrated experience in an assistance management role in a high productivity underground contracting environment.A demonstrated passion for safety and a proactive attitude toward ensuring that safety is always front of mind for all employees.In-depth knowledge of MinRep, Deswick and Surpac and ability to design and implement relevant templates for reporting and recording.Understanding of equipment and human resource capability and productivities.Ability to work independently and apply established standards.Ability to manage the mining contract and mining costs.Ability to communicate and liaise with employees and client site management.Ability to accurately prepare monthly mining progress claims and present on time to client.Ability to schedule labour.Ability to assess mining working conditions and environment.Understanding of the mine reporting system.Ability to train and mentor graduate and vocational engineers.International Drivers' License.Membership of a relevant professional body.We offer: Competitive NETT AUD salary for the right candidateFIFO from any major capital city in the world!Work for a Tier 1 Contract Miner. #J-18808-Ljbffr