Senior Underground Mine Engineer

The role

You will lead mine design for the Mingomba underground copper project in Zambia, including pre-feasibility and feasibility studies. You will also support modeling from district to mine scale and work with geologists, hydrogeologists and data scientists.

What you will do

• Lead detailed design of the Mingomba underground mine
• Perform mine design sequencing and scheduling using the Deswik software suite
• Conduct engineering trade-off studies, cost estimation and economic analysis of alternatives
• Prepare technical documents, including public disclosure documents for Mineral Resources and Reserves
• Provide feedback to geological and geotechnical modeling
• Support surface and underground facilities engineering
• Apply KoBold's project management standards to manage projects
• Identify, develop and follow through on value engineering opportunities
• Mentor junior staff and serve as an internal technical resource
• Build and foster a collaborative relationship with surrounding operators

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Minimum of 7 years relevant post-qualification experience in engineering with an emphasis on underground mine planning, design and scheduling
• Experience working with multiple consultants within the mining industry
• Strong technical writing skills, including writing technical reports
• Strong organizational, analytical and strategic planning skills
• Experience with mine planning software such as MineScape, MineSight 3D, Vulcan, Surpac, Deswik, Datamine, Gemcom, Mine 2-4D or EPS
• Effective communication with engineering and non-engineering audiences
• Ability to work independently and lead junior team members, with strict adherence to QA/QC
• Ability to critically review documents and prepare complex technical deliverables and plans
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to direct subcontractors, drillers and others in the field to complete tasks safely and efficiently
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and compliance with KoBold's health, safety, drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Nice to have

• EIZ Certification

About the company

KoBold is an AI-native mineral exploration, mine development and technology company that runs exploration programs in eight countries. Its first discovery, Mingomba, is a high-grade copper deposit in Zambia that is being developed into a world-class project.