Job Description

Job Summary

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We are seeking a Mid-Range Planning Engineer to join our team. Reporting to the Engineering Superintendent, the Mid-Range Planning Engineer will lead the development, optimization, and maintenance of medium-term open-pit mine plans, which are aligned with annual budgets, short-term execution plans, and long-term strategy.


This position follows a 14-on/14-off rotational schedule at the mine site in Geraldton, ON.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead the development, optimization, and maintenance of medium-term open-pit mine plans (approx. 3-18-month horizon), aligned with annual budgets, short-term execution plans, and long-term strategy. Create and manage pit phase sequencing, pushbacks, waste dumps, haul roads, ramp systems, and bench layouts--ensuring designs are safe, practical, and efficient. Use Deswik (Design, Scheduler, Integrated Scheduling [IS], Mine Design Management [MDM], etc.) as the primary tool for mine design, scheduling, scenario analysis, and optimization. Perform trade-off analyses (e.g., slope constraints, fleet utilization, ore deliverability, stripping ratios) to maximize value and meet ore delivery targets. Reconcile plan to actual, conduct variance analysis, and propose corrective actions to operations and technical stakeholders. Maintain a robust set of planning assumptions (productivities, equipment availabilities, geotechnical constraints, metallurgical inputs) and ensure version control and traceability in planning models. Provide inputs to budget cycles, resourcing forecasts, and life-of-mine updates, bridging medium- and long-term plan layers. Mentor junior mine planning engineers, review their work, and facilitate integration with geology, surveying, processing, and operations teams. Ensure that all designs and plans comply with safety, regulatory, environmental, and geotechnical guidelines in the open-pit context.

Required Experience and Skill Set

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7+ years of mine planning experience, including medium-range planning. Demonstrated track record of leading mid-term plan development and closing the loop to short-term performance. Proficiency in Deswik suite (Deswik.CAD, Deswik.Scheduler, Deswik.IS, MDM, etc.). Deep understanding of open-pit mining methods, sequencing, haulage optimization, stripping, and waste design. Strong analytical capability in scenario modeling, sensitivity analysis, constraint handling, and KPI reporting. Able to communicate and influence effectively across Operations, Geology, Survey, and senior leadership, with clear presentation of planning results. Demonstrates strong data discipline through version control, documentation, and auditing of planning assumptions and models. Able to mentor and review the work of junior planning staff. Applies a strong safety mindset by embedding risk and stability considerations into all designs. Possesses advanced knowledge of engineering principles and techniques. Demonstrates effective supervisory skills.

Job Conditions

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Strong analytical skills. Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality. Strong attention to detail. Strong leadership skills and the ability to create a positive work environment. Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.

Certifications

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Valid driver's license. Professional Engineering Designation, or eligible to obtain.

Education

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* Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.