ISCO Occupation Group 2146.8 Mine Planning Engineer

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Mine Planning Engineer: Mine planning engineers design future mine layouts capable of achieving production and mine development objectives, taking into account the geological characteristics and structure of the mineral resource. They prepare production and development schedules and monitor progress against these.

Essential Skills

  • Prepare Technical Reports
  • Mining Engineering
  • Use Mine Planning Software
  • Impact Of Geological Factors On Mining Operations
  • Generate Reconciliation Reports
  • Maintain Plans Of A Mining Site
  • Supervise Staff
  • Schedule Mine Production
  • Geology
  • Address Problems Critically
  • Use A Computer
  • Interface With Anti-Mining Lobbyists
  • Advise On Mine Equipment
  • Monitor Mine Production


Optional Skills

  • Ensure Compliance With Safety Legislation
  • Evaluate Mine Development Projects
  • Minerals Laws
  • Monitor Mine Costs
  • Use Technical Drawing Software
  • Mine Dump Design
  • Mine Safety Legislation
  • Assess Operating Cost


Alternative Names

  • Mine Planning Supervisor
  • Mining Operations Scheduler
  • Mine Project Engineer
  • Mine Production Scheduler
  • Surface Mine Planning Engineer


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