Description

Surveying and mapping, engagement in capital projects, ground control, ventilation, basic mine construction, and assistance with quality assurance if needed.

Collecting and analyzing geologic data; such as collecting QC samples, geologic modeling, trending and predicting.

Development and maintenance of short and long term mine plans.  

Work closely with mine manager to assure compliance with quality/horizon control, and adherence to mine plan.

Responsible for ground support monitoring (bore scoping, roof inspection, probe drilling, profiling, etc.) and notifying the mining team of issues or observed trends. 

Support routine QC and geologic data collection and record keeping and work with the quality department to ensure acceptable kiln feed.  Also support the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager in collecting, analyzing, and preparing data and permitting as well as developing safety programs for Lhoist and contractors if needed. 

Prepare to be the step-up supervisor/manager when needed (back shifts, vacations, etc.) and provide direction to the hourly employees in alignment with the mine manager’s directive if needed.

Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science degree in geology, mining, or related engineering / technical degree and/or equivalent proven work experience in the field
 

PREFFERED EDUCATION:

BS / MS in Mining Engineering or Geology
 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

Must have at least 1-3 years of progressive technical responsibility in underground and/or above ground mining environment. Previous proven Internship experience is highly desired.
 

PREFFERED EXPERIENCE:

3-5 years of previous underground and/or above ground mining and blasting experience.