Mine Planning Engineer Science & Engineering Professionals
SaveWhat Does a Mine Planning Engineer Do?
Mine planning engineers design future mine layouts capable of achieving production and mine development objectives, taking into account the geological characteristics and structure of the mineral resource. They prepare production and development schedules and monitor progress against these.
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Where Do I Start?
Geology
Solid earth, rock types, structures and the processes by which they are altered.
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Skills You Need to Become a Mine Planning Engineer
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialGeology knowledge
Solid earth, rock types, structures and the processes by which they are altered.
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EssentialImpact Of Geological Factors On Mining Operations knowledge
Be aware of the impact of geological factors, such as faults and rock movements, on mining operations.
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EssentialMining Engineering knowledge
Fields of engineering relevant to mining operations. Principles, techniques, procedures and equipment used in the extraction of minerals.
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EssentialAddress Problems Critically skill
Identify the strengths and weaknesses of various abstract, rational concepts, such as issues, opinions, and approaches related to a specific problematic situation in order to formulate solutions and alternative methods …
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EssentialMonitor Mine Production skill
Oversee mining production rates in order to estimate operational effectiveness.
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EssentialPrepare Technical Reports skill
Prepare technical reports that describe results and processes of scientific or technical research, or assess its progress. These reports help researchers to keep up to date with recent findings.
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EssentialSupervise Staff skill
Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.
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EssentialUse A Computer skill
Utilise computer equipment or digital devices to facilitate quality control, data management, and communication. Follow instructions given by a computer programme, create computer files or documents.
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EssentialAdvise On Mine Equipment skill
Provide advice on mining and equipment for mineral treatment; communicate and collaborate with engineering experts.
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EssentialGenerate Reconciliation Reports skill
Compare production plans to actual production reports and generate reconciliation reports.
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EssentialInterface With Anti-mining Lobbyists skill
Communicate with anti-mining lobby in relation to the development of a potential mineral deposit.
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EssentialMaintain Plans Of A Mining Site skill
Prepare and maintain surface and underground plans and blueprints of a mining site; carry out surveys and perform risk assessment of potential mining sites.
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EssentialSchedule Mine Production skill
Generate mining plans on a weekly, monthly, quarterly or annual basis as appropriate.
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EssentialUse Mine Planning Software skill
Use specialised software to plan, design and model for mining operations.
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OptionalMine Safety Legislation knowledge
The laws, regulations and codes of practice relevant to safety in mining operations.
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OptionalMinerals Laws knowledge
Law related to land access, exploration permits, planning permission and minerals ownership.
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OptionalAssess Operating Cost skill
Estimate the operating cost in terms of manpower, consumables and maintenance.
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OptionalEnsure Compliance With Safety Legislation skill
Implement safety programmes to comply with national laws and legislation. Ensure that equipment and processes are compliant with safety regulations.
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OptionalMonitor Mine Costs skill
Monitor total costs of mining activities, projects and required equipment; pursue maximum operational cost efficiency.
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OptionalUse Technical Drawing Software skill
Create technical designs and technical drawings using specialised software.
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OptionalEvaluate Mine Development Projects skill
Evaluate mining methods and procedures, including waste management, life-of-mine plans, production timelines and funds expenditures.
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OptionalMine Dump Design skill
Develop and implement safe and effective waste and dump management. Minimise the ecological footprint of the operation and follow legal requirements.
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