As the Technical Services Manager, you will be a key driver of the operation’s success. You will oversee all mine planning and design activities, from short-range scheduling to life-of-mine strategies, ensuring alignment with production targets and adherence to established plans. Your expertise will be key in managing geotechnical and hydrological risks, safeguarding both the safety and economic viability of the operation. You will also provide essential leadership across mine geology, ore control, reconciliation, and reporting, driving operational excellence. You must be a leader, a mentor, willing to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, apply sound engineering knowledge and skills to create solutions to operational challenges and while maximizing profit.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead, coach, and develop the Technical Services Team consisting of: Mine Planning, Geology, Hydrogeology, Slope Engineering, Survey, and the Assay Laboratory.
· Mentor and develop skills of Technical Services staff members by researching, recommending and scheduling technical training, courses, and encouraging industry participation.
· Foster a culture of collaboration, safety, and continuous learning within the team.
· Ensure the Technical Services teams are on track with their weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual responsibilities.
· Drive the production forecast and production budget cycle including ownership of mining cost models and improvement initiatives.
· Manage the development of comprehensive mining plans, for short range, mid-range, long-range, and LOM Schedules; including pit designs, production schedules, dump schedule, equipment optimization, trade-off studies, and continual resource optimization strategies.
· Coordinate Technical Services work with mine planning, geology, dewatering, slope engineering, drill & blast, and mine operations, and Sr. Leadership.
· Ensure plans are continually refined and adapt plans to respond to changing conditions and business demands.
· Troubleshoot problems that arise and frequently inspect open pit; analyze and recommend solutions.
· Develop and manage departmental budgets for the Technical Services Department and ensure service agreements, licenses, and contractor agreements are maintained.
· Provide expert guidance on mining processes, equipment selection, and extraction methods to resolve operational challenges and improve efficiency.
· Stay updated on technical expertise, mining, geology, and laboratory technologies; and recommend adoption where applicable.
· Efficiently allocate personnel and material resources to ensure adequately staffed and managed.
· Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce operational expenses, including exploring and implementing digital technologies to enhance Technical Services’ efficiency.
· Generate regular, detailed reports on production, costs, safety metrics, and other relevant KPIs, and present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
· Manage and collaborate with cross-functional teams and contractors to ensure seamless mining operations, and compliance standards and regulations.
· Responsible for executing, supporting, and enforcing the Company’s Environmental, Health and Safety program as required by OIS policy, directives, and principles.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
· A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in open pit mining operations, with a strong track record of successful leadership.
· Advanced knowledge of Mining software packages.
· Strong proficiency in 3D modern mining software packages such as Hexagon MinePlan, Deswik, Whittle; FMS such as Modular Mining Dispatch, CAT Minestar, ProVision or Terrain; Databases such as acQuire, Access.
· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and demonstrable project management skills.
· Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
· Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and leadership abilities.
· In-depth knowledge of safety and environmental regulations within the mining industry.
· Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic and challenging mining environment.
· Champion safety initiatives, promoting a zero-harm culture throughout the organization.
The company offers a robust carpool/vanpool program and encourages employees to participate, saving commuting costs while providing a comfortable and convenient travel option.
A core value of the company is "Safety First." The company is committed to helping employees continuously improve their efforts to work in the safest, most inclusive, socially, and environmentally responsible manner practicable. Employee safety and health, both on and off the job, are critically important. Therefore, the company requires employees to have and effectively demonstrate a strong working knowledge of modern safety systems. Each employee is responsible for ensuring they work within all required safety procedures and processes.
The company is an equal-opportunity employer. Candidates must possess a current and valid driver's license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.
The company offers an excellent low-cost benefits package for medical/prescription/dental/vision, disability coverage, life insurance, other optional coverage, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.