Senior Mine Engineer/Planner - PL#27347
- Kelowna, BC, Canada
Compensation ranges from $120,000 to $160,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Compensation ranges from $120,000 to $160,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 10+ years of progressive mine engineering experience.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Peter Lucas Project Management invests in people, community, and to provide gold standard project delivery. We are currently looking for an experienced Senior Mine Engineer / Planner to join our team.
At Peter Lucas, we provide project management, engineering, procurement, and construction management services to clients in the mining, energy, and heavy industrial sectors. We are seeking a versatile mining professional with strong technical capabilities, operational experience, and the ability to mentor and support the development of junior engineers.
About the OpportunityThe Senior Mine Engineer / Planner will provide senior-level technical support to an active mining operation on a 2 weeks in / 2 weeks out rotation. This position includes camp accommodations, flights, and travel support to and from site.
This role is ideal for an experienced mining engineer who enjoys working across multiple disciplines, solving complex technical challenges, and supporting the growth of junior team members through coaching and knowledge sharing.
What You'll Do- Provide senior-level mine engineering support to mining operations and project teams.
- Develop and maintain short-term and long-term mine plans, schedules, and production strategies.
- Support underground mine planning activities including stope layouts, sequencing, development planning, and optimization.
- Review and optimize mining methods, designs, and operational approaches.
- Provide technical support related to ventilation planning, air requirements, and mine ventilation improvements.
- Collaborate with geology, operations, maintenance, and technical services teams to improve mine performance.
- Prepare engineering designs, reports, technical studies, and recommendations.
- Support mine design reviews, feasibility studies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Analyze production data and identify opportunities to improve safety, productivity, and operational efficiency.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior mining engineers and technical staff.
- Support the implementation of engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
- Participate in site visits, field inspections, and operational reviews as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Compensation ranges from $120,000 to $160,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
- 10+ years of progressive mine engineering experience.
- Strong underground mining experience with exposure to mine planning, stope design, and production optimization.
- Experience with ventilation systems and mine infrastructure planning considered an asset.
- Strong understanding of underground mining methods, sequencing, and operational requirements.
- Experience with mine planning software such as Deswik, Vulcan, Datamine, or similar platforms.
- Strong technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Proven ability to mentor, coach, and develop junior engineers.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng.) or eligibility considered an asset.
- Mining operations experience is strongly preferred.
- Health and Dental Benefits.
- Company Pension Matching.
- Company Incentives.
We appreciate all applicants' interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Wages are negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Global reference checks may be conducted after the interview process.
Note: Peter Lucas Project Management is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We acknowledge that the Peter Lucas head office is located on Treaty 6 Territory, the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Dakota, Lakota, Nakota, and the homeland of the Metis.
We recognize that our work, our lives and our communities extend beyond these borders, taking place on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples across what is now known as Canada.
As we live, work, and play in these diverse lands, we honor the deep histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples. In the spirit of Reconciliation and guided by our mission to elevate people and communities while driving innovation and sustainability, we are committed to building respectful relationships and shared success across this land we call home.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Senior Mine Engineer will develop and maintain short-term and long-term mine plans while providing technical support for underground operations. They will also mentor junior staff and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize mining methods and operational performance.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering and possess over 10 years of progressive experience in the mining sector. Strong proficiency in underground mining methods and mine planning software is required, along with excellent leadership and analytical skills.
Skills
- Mine engineering
- Mine planning
- Underground mining
- Stope design
- Production optimization
- Ventilation planning
- Technical writing
- Project management
- Mentorship
- Deswik
- Vulcan
- Datamine
- Operational efficiency
- Feasibility studies
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Dental benefits
- Company pension matching
- Company incentives
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Energy
- Management & Leadership
- Construction
Keywords
- Mining Engineering
- Mine Planning
- Underground Mining
- Stope Layouts
- Ventilation Planning
- Deswik
- Vulcan
- Datamine
- Feasibility Studies
- Production Optimization
- Technical Services
- P.Eng.
- Project Management
- Heavy Industrial
- Operational Efficiency
- Mine Infrastructure
- Sequencing
- Development Planning
- Engineering Standards
- Mentorship