Superintendent Mine Planning - Underground - Oyu Tolgoi
Oyu Tolgoi Project
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
• World-leading greenfields block cave project
• Play an essential role in the development of a new mine
• Hone your skills in a unique and challenging environment
A world-leading copper-gold operation, Oyu Tolgoi offers the opportunity to develop your career and hone your skills in a unique and challenging environment. Working alongside the best in the world, you will play a key role in creating a legacy project that will leave a positive impact on Mongolia and its people for generations to come.
The project consists of open pit and underground mines, concentrator and supporting infrastructure to produce high-grade copper and gold concentrates.
The Oyu Tolgoi underground operations will comprise of block cave mines to exploit the Hugo Dummett deposit. The underground exploration development was commenced in 2006, with approximately 11 km of drives completed to date. Intensive underground development, construction activities and the sinking of major shafts to approximately 1,300m depth will be undertaken over the next four years. Production from the first lift of the Hugo North block-cave mine is scheduled to commence in 2016.
Reporting to the Manager Technical Services, theSuperintendent Mine Planning - Underground will lead a multi- disciplinary team in the detail design process and preparation of the underground mine plans and schedules in support of the block cave development, and with control provided by the Feasibility Study Mine Design.
Working as an integral member of a large Technical Services team, this leadership role is critical in the training, mentoring, and development of a Mongolian workforce in all areas of underground mining. Being familiar with continuous improvement tools such as Six Sigma and Lean methodologies is indispensable in this role, as you will evaluate and communicate opportunities to increase business value by considering early construction completion, project improvement, and production enhancement initiatives.
Degree qualified in engineering with extensive experience in underground mine engineering, particularly with large scale mining and development will be a definite asset. Previous leadership experience is critical, along with familiarity with rock mass and ore body modelling, project management and geotechnical design processes. Proficiency with mine planning and scheduling software, and a proven record of collaboration, solving complex problems, and meeting customer and stakeholder requirements are also essential for success in this role.
Your experience working in developing countries and building strong relationships with a team consisting of diverse cultural backgrounds will set you apart from others. You will also demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and a zero harm approach.
In return for your expertise we can offer the opportunity to work at a senior level within a leading global mining organisation in one of the premier mining projects today.
Please submit your application by 20th July 2012 (+8 GMT)
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