Senior Mining Consultant - Underground
- Vancouver, BC, V6C 3E1, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 8+ years of underground mining experience, ideally combining operational and technical or consulting experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Are you an experienced Underground Mining Engineer ready to take the next step in your career?
Join Mining Plus, a global mining technical services consultancy where you’ll work on diverse, high-impact mining projects, collaborate with experienced professionals around the world, and have the opportunity to grow as both a technical expert and industry leader.
Mining Plus continues to grow across North America, and we’re looking for a Senior Mining Consultant – Underground Mining to join our Canadian team.
About Mining Plus
Mining Plus is a leading global mining technical services provider with professionals specializing in geology, surface and underground mining engineering, geotechnical engineering, mine ventilation, and operational management.
Our global footprint and collaborative approach give our people exposure to a diverse range of projects, commodities, clients, and technical challenges while providing opportunities to develop their careers within the mining industry.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Mining Consultant – Underground Mining, you will provide technical expertise and leadership across underground mining projects in Canada and internationally.
Your work may include Scoping Studies, Pre-Feasibility Studies (PFS), Feasibility Studies (FS), NI 43-101 Technical Reports, mine design and scheduling, Mineral Reserve estimation, operational reviews, technical due diligence, project management, and business improvement initiatives.
You’ll also have the opportunity to mentor team members, provide technical guidance, develop strong client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of Mining Plus.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and review underground mine designs, schedules, and life-of-mine plans
- Complete Mineral Reserve estimates and support technical reporting
- Contribute to NI 43-101 Technical Reports, including QP responsibilities where applicable
- Deliver Scoping, Pre-Feasibility, and Feasibility Studies
- Conduct technical due diligence, operational reviews, and peer reviews
- Develop project cost models, mine economics, and financial assessments
- Support mining contractor engagement, evaluation, and assessment
- Lead and manage consulting projects from planning through delivery
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to mining professionals
- Support implementation of mining software, systems, and operational best practices
- Identify opportunities for operational and business improvement
- Build and strengthen relationships with existing and prospective clients
- Contribute to business development and the growth of Mining Plus
What You Bring
- A recognized degree in Mining Engineering, Mineral Engineering, or a related discipline
- 8+ years of underground mining experience, ideally combining operational and technical or consulting experience
- Professional P.Eng. designation or eligibility for registration in Canada preferred
- Strong experience in underground mine planning, mine design, and mine scheduling
- Experience with Deswik and/or Datamine preferred
- Experience with production and mine engineering disciplines such as short-range planning, drill and blast, ventilation, materials handling, and/or water management
- Experience contributing to mining studies and technical reports prepared to NI 43-101 or comparable international reporting standards
- Knowledge of mine economics, cost estimation, and financial modelling
- Strong project management and technical leadership capabilities
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of project delivery
- Strong communication and client relationship management skills
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to mentor and support other team members
What We Offer
- Flexible work arrangements
- Comprehensive healthcare plan
- RRSP matching
- Generous vacation policy
- Sick leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Exposure to diverse commodities, operations, and technical challenges
- Opportunities to work with colleagues and clients across our global business
- Career development opportunities across technical, project management, and leadership pathways
Write Your Next Chapter With Us
At Mining Plus, great consulting starts with great people. We’re looking for someone who brings strong underground mining expertise, enjoys solving challenging technical problems, and wants to make a meaningful contribution to our clients and our team.
If you’re ready to broaden your experience, take on challenging projects, and grow your career within a global mining consultancy, we’d like to hear from you.
Applicants must currently reside in Canada.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Senior Mining Consultant will provide technical expertise and leadership on underground mining projects, including scoping, pre-feasibility, and feasibility studies. They will also manage consulting projects, mentor team members, and contribute to business development and client relationship management.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a recognized degree in Mining or Mineral Engineering and possess 8+ years of relevant underground mining experience. A professional P.Eng. designation or eligibility for registration in Canada is preferred, along with strong proficiency in mine planning software and technical reporting standards.
Skills
- Underground mine planning
- Mine design
- Mine scheduling
- NI 43-101 technical reports
- Mineral reserve estimation
- Project management
- Technical due diligence
- Financial modelling
- Deswik
- Datamine
- Mine economics
- Operational reviews
- Mentorship
- Business development
- Cost estimation
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Comprehensive healthcare plan
- RRSP matching
- Generous vacation policy
- Sick leave
- Employee Assistance Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Consulting
- Engineering
- Energy
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Underground mining
- Mining engineering
- Consulting
- Scoping studies
- Pre-feasibility studies
- Feasibility studies
- NI 43-101
- Mine design
- Mine scheduling
- Mineral reserve estimation
- Technical due diligence
- Project management
- Business improvement
- Deswik
- Datamine
- Mine economics
- Financial modelling
- Cost estimation
- P.Eng.
- Ventilation
- Drill and blast
- Materials handling
- Water management
- Operational reviews
- Peer reviews
- Mining contractor engagement
- Business development
- Technical leadership
- Mentorship