The posting
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Mining Engineer is an integral part of the department of mining engineers and technicians and is responsible
for providing technical support services to the mine and improving mine operating performance through
productivity, efficiency, mining systems, and cost control projects. Assists the Senior Mining Engineer with the
preparation of the project for operations, mining, development and definitive my feasibility.
Production Technical Services
Monitor and track mining activities and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including but not
limited to development and production metrics, equipment performance and consumable consumption
rates.
Supervise drill & blast activities, including design, stock control and performance improvement.
Short- and Mid-Term Planning, including preparation of production schedules, performance reports and
summary presentations for review by the Senior Mining Engineer and Mining Manager.
Ensure designs, schedules, reports, and other technical documentation are prepared to a high
standard, stored electronically, well organised and made available on request.
Work with Geology and Survey teams to complete detailed end-of-month reconciliation.
Involvement in the control of Capital Development and Capital Facilities.
Involvement in the Annual Mine Plan and Quarterly Re-forecasts in line with strategic plans and with
guidance from the site and group management teams.
Awareness of the site's financial model, with specific focus on mining and technical services related
cost modelling.
Implement best practice mine engineering policies and procedures.
Implement and raise awareness of mine engineering systems, procedures and tools to ensure mine
plans are well understood, communicated and complied with by mining and other departments.
Life-of-Mine Planning and Reserves
Involvement in long-term designs, schedules and sensitivity analyses under the supervision of the
Senior Mining Engineer.
Involvement in practical solutions for the optimal extraction of Mineral Resources with the use and
implementation of multiple mining methods
Work with the Mining Operations team to estimate long-term equipment requirements, including rebuild
and replacement schedules.
Be aware of and involved in preparing financial models.
Work with various stakeholders on strategic timelines (permits, licenses, etc).
Prepare technical reports and presentations to illustrate and articulate results.
Collaborate with Geology, Survey, Mining, Processing and Finance departments to help determine
optimal production and costing assumptions to support Annual Mine Plans and Budgets.
Identify life-of-mine risks & opportunities and prepare relevant analysis.
Participate in projects to support life-of-mine improvement and growth.
Supervision (& Leadership Development)
Adhere to and promote all safety and environmental rules and procedures.
Promote and develop the skills of team reports through on-the-job training programs.
Supervise the work of direct reports and provide feedback where required.
Encourage and facilitate effective and supportive communication between all team members and
related departments.
Ensure that all reporting meets required standards and is completed on time.
Work with Mine Engineering work with Geology, Survey, Mining, Maintenance, and any mining sub
contractors as required.
Keep all necessary records and archive documents in accordance with all legal and statutory
regulations, rules and company policies, standards, and procedures.
Monitor and ensure compliance with all legal regulations and regulations relating to the Exploitation of
Mineral Resources Rule Book.
Ensure that all direct reports have the appropriate equipment, licenses, skills, inductions and training to
undertake their tasks safely and effectively.
Training, mentoring, and supervising the mine engineering team.
Develop training, development and succession plans for each direct report and ensure their ongoing
technical and professional development, including upgrading existing procedures using relevant
software.
Be accountable for the initiation of any disciplinary action or reward recognition for staff under direct
report.
Other
Active involvement and supervision are required to deliver activities.
Support all operational readiness planning and mining projects.
Be involved in the development of, submit and be accountable for all Mining Project (Complete,
Additional and Simplified) documentation required to comply with all statutory requirements.
Performance of other tasks within the scope of his professional qualification by the Senior Mining
Engineer, Mining Manager and Head of Mining and Exploration and work tasks in the interest of
production.
Safety & Sustainability Expectations
Maintain a cooperative interest in the health and safety of self, fellow workers and local communities.
Wear PPE where required. Be alert and observe, correct and report unsafe conditions.
Follow all safe work procedures and comply with all regulatory requirements.
Ensure that work areas follow all of FG Golds Health and Safety policies.
Intervene as necessary to ensure the safety of others in the workplace.
Provide safety leadership by always setting a good example.
Comply with the Local Content, which is key to the success of the project.
Maximize the positive impact on Sierra Leone due to your action, including recruitment and
procurement matters.
Demonstrate personal commitment regarding safety and environmental and Social Responsibility
practices.
Ensure every person within the team is fit for work.
Ensure that agreed procedures, safeguards and controls are applied and used.
Ensure all activities are conducted safely and in accordance with Company standards and procedures.
Ensure hazard management plans are observed.
Keep statutory and internal reporting as required.
Active participation in the Health & Safety Committee.
QUALIFICATION & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors Degree, graduated Mining Engineer
Mine design and planning experience would be an advantage
Production engineering experience, including being involved in production reporting, drill and blast, and
long-term planning.
Demonstrated communication skills, including an ability to build relationships with both stakeholders.
Possesses a basic knowledge of project management, project development, and engineering work
methodology.
Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
Awareness of commercial insight, strategic thinking, and business acumen.
An ability to effectively present and communicate key technical, financial, safety, environmental and
social matters to the board and other stakeholders.
Have proven experience in mine operations.
Demonstrated track record of establishing and maintaining safe work environments and fostering a
strong safety culture.
Experience and knowledge to ensure compliance with all environmental, health and safety regulations
and associated permits.
