The Mine Engineer coordinates activities related to mine design systems, programs, and processes, ensuring short- and long-term plans are aligned, production goals are achievable, and operations run efficiently and safely.
Your key responsibilities will include:
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Independently prepare pit phase designs and short-term mine plans.
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Integrate short-term plans into long-term LOM plans to avoid bottlenecks.
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Analyze and interpret short-term plans to ensure alignment with operational objectives.
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Prepare monthly and weekly plans by coordinating activities and adjusting approaches as needed.
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Supervise daily survey work, drilling, and blasting to prioritize planning goals.
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Monitor and control mining activities, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications.
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Prepare annual budgets and long-term plans with construction and operational schedules.
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Respond to internal and external requests; keep up-to-date with trends and technologies in mine design.
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Research and recommend process, technology, or methodology improvements.
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Prepare technical manuals, reports, and communication materials.
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Contribute to development of engineering policies and practices.
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Design drill patterns based on operational parameters.
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Conduct equipment studies to verify production targets.
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Ensure pit designs are correctly implemented in the field.
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Coordinate production surveying.
The ideal candidate will have:
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Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, or a related field.
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Relevant professional certification or licensure in geology or mine surveying is preferred.
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Minimum 3-5 years of experience in mining planning, preferably long-term planning.
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Experience with geological modeling, production planning, and resource optimization.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database management.
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Understanding of geostatistical methods and orebody modeling.
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Willingness to work in Brokopondo and Paramaribo on a rotational schedule of 14 days of work followed by 7 days break
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A copy ID & a valid proof of good conduct “Bewijs goedgedrag”.
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Good communication and interpersonal skills in English.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated individual with proven experience in mine design systems, and a solid background in mine engineering, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Rosebel Gold Mines.
Click on Apply to submit your resume in English, cover letter, copy of your ID, and copy of your diploma/certificates for consideration. Only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted for the Mine Engineer role.
