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Senior Resource & Mining Planning Manager
Amrize —Mississauga, ON
As a Qualified Person (QP), manage and track aggregate reserves and resources for the Central Canada region, including annual reporting/filing of reserves and…
$115,000–$165,000 a year
Water and Wastewater Planning Engineer (Engineer)
York Region —Newmarket, ON
Provides technical advice, reviews new developments, maintains and operates water and wastewater hydraulic models and assists the Manager in preparing project…
$63.50–$69.03 an hour

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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

The Mine Planning Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining short to medium-term (0–12 month) mine plans and schedules to support safe and efficient production. The role focuses on optimizing open pit operations, improving planning accuracy, and supporting operational performance through data-driven decision-making.
The incumbent will also provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

JOB SCOPE/DIMENSIONS

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and maintain 0–12 month mine plans aligned with operational targets
Monitor and reconcile actual performance against plan; adjust forecasts accordingly
Optimize mine design, scheduling, grade control, and minimize dilution
Review and improve drill and blast designs to optimize fragmentation
Track and report KPIs including production rates, stripping ratios, and ore delivery
Prepare monthly and weekly plans, reports, and end-of-month reconciliations
Support annual budgeting and business planning processes
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Promote and maintain high safety standards and actively participate in safety initiatives
Collaborate with geotechnical and geology teams to incorporate guidance into plans
Provide direction to contract miners to maximize productivity and efficiency
Manage consultants and contractors on engineering-related projects
Contribute to engineering studies and improvement projects
Present plans and results to site leadership and stakeholders
Mentor and coach Mine Technologists and junior personnel
Provide support for surveying and sampling as required
Participate in continuous improvement and innovation initiatives

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent
Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario or eligible for registration with PEO
0–3 years of experience in an open pit mining environment
Experience with mine planning and scheduling practices preferred
Experience with Hexagon mining software (e.g., MinePlan) considered an asset

Knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics:

Strong understanding of open pit mining operations and mine design
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Knowledge of mineral economics and cash flow modeling is an asset
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to evaluate and optimize mine plans using data and performance metrics
Effective communication and presentation skills across all organizational levels
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong organizational and planning skills
Leadership and mentoring capabilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic work environment
Strong commitment to safety, environmental, and sustainability standards