At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead open-pit mine planning and quarry operations using advanced 3D mining software.
- Company: Join a leading mining company in Saskatchewan with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a strong emphasis on safety and sustainability.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the mining industry while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in mining or geological engineering and relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Lead open-pit mine planning and quarry operations in Saskatchewan, using 3D mining software and engineering expertise. Oversee extraction planning, production, safety, and compliance. This Mine Planning and Quarry Operations Manager directs technical design and daily execution at an open-pit quarry. Develop short-, medium-, and long-term extraction plans while managing heavy equipment utilization, workforce safety, and environmental standards. The position combines mine engineering with operational leadership across pit crews, operators, and subcontractors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop extraction plans using Carlson Surface, K-Mine, or OpenContour Design pit walls, catch benches, ramps, and waste dumps.
- Create drill and blast layouts optimizing fragmentation and yield.
- Reconcile hauled volumes and grades against weekly plans.
- Manage stockpile blending for consistent crushing plant feed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in mining or geological engineering.
- Registered or eligible for Saskatchewan P.Eng. registration.
- Valid Saskatchewan Surface Mine Certificate or equivalent.
- Five to eight years in open-pit or quarry operations.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and 3D mining software mastery.
Apply mine planning, pit optimization, and reconciliation expertise while directing technical extraction strategies for open-pit quarry production.
Open Pit Mine Planning Manager employer: W3Global
Join a dynamic team of geoscientists and engineers in Nanaimo, BC, where you will have the opportunity to lead innovative hydrogeological projects across Western Canada and beyond. Our company fosters a flexible and friendly work environment that prioritizes a healthy work/life balance, offering comprehensive benefits including competitive salaries, performance bonuses, and extensive health coverage. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and collaboration, this is an excellent place for experienced professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in the mining sector.
