We are actively seeking a Senior Mining Engineer to join us in our African Operations on a 6 weeks on and 4 weeks off roster. This role is responsible for assisting Site Project Managers and Mine Foreman with technical mining issues on site and/or department, interpreting and analyzing 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. This includes the correct use of safety devices and protective equipment, prompt reporting of any hazardous situations, making necessary changes to eliminate or control the hazard, and reporting any accidents or injuries that arise in the course of their work.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.Performs pre-start checks.Ensures mining physicals are achieved as per contract/client schedules.Ensures an intimate understanding of the site contract, variations, and management plans and ensures compliance with these requirements.Ensures client requirements are met contractually and maintains a favorable relationship with the client.Uses analysis and implementation of cost reduction initiatives.Monitors production.Prepares monthly performance reports.Manages Quality Assurance Programs.Prepares budgets.Assists with the preparation of monthly claims and interfaces with the Client. Minimum requirements: Minimum of 5 years relevant underground mining experience.Bachelor'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 with world-class productivities (250 meters per month per jumbo, 50,000 ore tonnes per month).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, with the 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 associated 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 the client.Ability to schedule labor.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. 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.
• Competitive NETT AUD salary on offer for the right candidate
• FIFO from any major capital city in the world!
• Work for a Tier 1 Contract Miner.
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