Mining Engineer

Location: Site-Based (Mining/Quarry Operations)

Reports to: Mine Manager

Job Overview

The Mining Engineer supports planning, design and implementation of mining operations, ensuring safe, efficient and cost-effective extraction of minerals. The role involves technical analysis, pit design, production planning and coordination with geologists, drilling teams, and HSE.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare mine plans, pit designs, production schedules and operational blueprints.
• Conduct feasibility assessments and cost–benefit analyses for new mining blocks.
• Oversee daily drilling, blasting, hauling and loading operations.
• Work with geologists for ore control, grade optimization and sampling programs.
• Manage fleet productivity—excavators, dumpers, loaders, dozers, crushers.
• Monitor production KPIs: tons/day, fuel usage, machine hours, cycle times.
• Implement cost-reduction methods, energy optimization and equipment utilization.
• Conduct slope stability assessments and ensure design compliance.
• Maintain mine planning software models; track resource and reserve data.
• Generate daily/weekly/monthly operational reports.
• Ensure compliance with mining regulations, permits and environmental obligations.

Experience Requirements

• 3–7 years' experience in mining, quarrying or heavy industrial operations.
• Hands-on experience with pit design, drill/blast layouts, or mine planning essential.
• Experience working with mining fleets or quarry operations highly preferred.

Technical Competencies

• Mine planning (short & medium term)
• Drilling & blasting principles
• Geological interpretation
• Equipment productivity optimization
• Mine planning software (Surpac, Minesight, Datamine, AutoCAD)

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Team communication
• Safety-first mindset
• Problem-solving under pressure

HSE Expectations

• Enforce safe blasting and excavation procedures
• Conduct toolbox talks and risk assessments
• Drive compliance with Nigeria Mining Act & site safety protocols

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Daily production efficiency (%)
• Cost per tonne
• Equipment utilization rate
• Zero-fatality, zero-LTI safety performance

Competitive compensation/renumeration

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with mining fleets or quarry operations?
• Do you have experience with pit design, drill /blast layouts, or mine planning?

Education:

• Undergraduate (Required)

Experience:

• Mining, Quarrying, or Heavy Industrial Operations: 4 years (Required)

Location:

• Abuja (Required)