Mine Planning Engineer

2 weeks ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada Burgundy Diamond Full time

About Burgundy Diamond Mines

Burgundy Diamond Mines is a leading global diamond company that proudly produces and delivers high-quality, ethically sourced diamonds from mine to market. Our company's commitment to diamond origin and traceability is unparalleled, with a focus on capturing margins along the full value chain of the diamond market.

As a vertically integrated business, we have established ourselves in the market through our innovative strategy and unique business model. Our company is part of CanadaMarkTM, a program that assures manufacturers, retailers, and customers that our diamonds are sustainably produced and support ethical investment in Canadian Northern Indigenous communities.

We have offices and facilities in Perth, Australia, Calgary, Canada, and Antwerp, Belgium, with a strong presence in the global diamond market.

Position Overview

As a member of the Mine Planning Team, the Mine Planning Engineer (Mid-Range Planner, Underground) will report to the Senior Engineer Mine Planning based in Calgary office. This is a Calgary office-based position that requires regular visits to the mine site to update and prepare 12-week plans, 24-month rolling forecasts, and assist the team in preparing their weekly plans. The successful candidate will become a valued member of the Mine Planning team and the primary point of contact between the technical team and mine operation team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement 12-week integrated mine plans, 24-month rolling forecasts, and month-end reconciliation reports for ongoing projects, including sensitivities around prices, workforce availability, ore grade, opex, and capex.
  • Facilitate weekly and monthly meetings to communicate the mine plan to key stakeholders.
  • Design and develop underground infrastructures, including ramps, stopes, sublevels, drifts, sumps, shops, substations, and other long-term infrastructures.
  • Work with the team to create weekly plans for execution and provide technical guidance to surveyors, mining technicians, and drill & blast engineers.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with contractors and suppliers.
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to junior staff members.

Requirements

  • Degree in Mining Engineering or a related field, with 4 years of experience in mining engineering at a mechanized underground mine or project environment.
  • Professional engineering designation is desirable.
  • PMP certification or experience in project scheduling and execution is desirable.
  • Experience in mine dewatering, water balance, commissioning, and supervising small processing units.
  • Experience in mine scheduling, drill and blast designs, and underground mine pit designs.
  • Proven experience in multiple areas, including mine design, scheduling, mine survey, and drill & blast.
  • Proficiency with relevant software programs, including MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, Deswik, and Vulcan.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Leadership, planning, and organizational skills.
  • Knowledge of general mining safety requirements and procedures.
  • Proven time management and decision-making skills.

What We Offer

Burgundy Diamond Mines is committed to the health, safety, and well-being of our employees. We believe in establishing strong, lasting, and respectful relationships with the people and communities with whom we work.

We offer a competitive salary, performance bonus, and total compensation package, including company-paid extended health, dental, and vision care, an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), employer-matched pension, generous paid vacation and personal days, and a Dependent Scholarship Program.

We provide accommodations and meals on site, a fully equipped gym, and recreation facilities.

Additional Information

We provide travel to and from the Ekati mine site out of Calgary, Yellowknife, and other northern fly points.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants from our Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) Groups.



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