Mining Manager at Menzon Limited

Menzon Nigeria Limited is a professional Outsourcing Company with a specialization in Human Resource Management, Training, and Planning.

We are recruiting on behalf of our client to fill the position below:

Job Title: Mining Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Our client seeks the services of a Mining Engineer to join its mining team on solid minerals.
• The successful candidate will be required to design and implement mine plans and systems to efficiently, safely, and successfully extract minerals of interest.

Job Description

• Provide support in all technical aspects of mining and geological engineering deploying sound engineering principles and methodology.
• Manage mines operations shift teams to ensure effective and efficient execution of mining activities, and that planned production goals are achieved.
• Handle day-to-day supervision of operators and production activities on the mine in compliance with plans.
• Monitor progress of mining activities and analyse results of completed work.
• Design pit walls, benches, haul roads, ramps, and drainage systems as necessary or required.
• Develop, update, and implement mine plans and designs to meet short-term and long-term objectives.
• Produce daily mine plans for drill, blast, load, haul and dump activities as applicable.
• Ensure that waste dumps and pit designs are effectively implemented in the field.
• Identify and troubleshoot problems that arise and recommend solutions.
• Display sensitivity and responsible approach to environmental concerns and take corrective action.
• Carry out equipment requirement forecasting and deploy optimal number of equipment to deliver established production targets.
• Undertake mine design improvements aimed at improving safety, fleet and manpower efficiency and cost management.
• Utilise mining technology as required, including drones, survey devices and software.
• Ensure the efficient utilisation of resources, including manpower, machinery, and raw materials.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of mining operations.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly report of activities.
• Ensure that health and safety regulations are strictly adhered to and that a safe work environment is maintained.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in Mining Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum of 7 years of demonstrated experience in mining operations.
• Registered professional with membership of relevant professional body an added advantage.
• Proven technical experience with mine planning, drilling, blasting and related activities.
• High-level analysis and problem-solving skills and ability to provide working solutions.
• Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Clear commitment to safety, health and responsible environmental management.
• Ability to complete projects on time and on budget.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in the use of CAD tools and other relevant applications.
• Working knowledge of surveying technology/mine planning and development software.
• Good analytical skills with a strong scientific and mathematical background.
• Ability to interpret maps, charts, and graphical data
• Good working knowledge of environmental, legislative, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication with the ability to communicate technical information to all levels of the organisation.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in mentoring and guiding junior engineers.
• Attention to detail.

Application Closing Date
16th December, 2023.