Senior Mine Planner
Origin Mining Company•Golden Valley, AZ
•Onsite
About The Position
The Senior Mine Planner develops and optimizes long-range and life-of-mine plans to maximize value, efficiency, and safety. This role leads mine design and annual budgeting while aligning plans with business objectives. It requires strong analytical skills, planning software expertise, and the ability to interpret complex data. Working with operations, geology, and finance, the planner ensures plans are practical and cost-effective. The role suits an experienced professional who can clearly communicate strategic insights.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in mine planning, with exposure to long-range and life-of-mine planning
- Proficiency in CAD-based mine planning software (Vulcan preferred; MinePlan or similar acceptable)
- Strong experience with budgeting and financial evaluation related to mine planning
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas effectively
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with large datasets and data analysis tools is considered an asset
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Trimble systems, and fleet management systems is an advantage
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain long-range and life-of-mine (LOM) plans, including pit designs, sequencing, and scheduling
- Prepare and manage annual mine plans and budgets in alignment with corporate targets
- Optimize mine designs to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize resource recovery
- Analyze large datasets to support planning decisions and identify improvement opportunities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, geology, finance) to ensure integrated planning outcomes
- Produce detailed reports, presentations, and technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and company policies in all planning activities
- Utilize mine planning software (e.g., Vulcan, MinePlan) to create accurate and efficient designs
- Support continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and benchmarking
- Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
