Senior Underground Mining Engineer - Cardiff, UK, United Kingdom
SRK Consulting (UK) Ltd is an independent, international consulting practice which provides globally integrated consulting services to the international mining and natural resources industry.
The SRK Group employs over 1,400 professional consultants internationally and has 45 offices on 6 continents. SRK has been providing its clients with innovative, practical and cost effective solutions for 40 years and our client base covers a wide range of industries, particularly within the resources and engineering sectors.
SRK Consulting (UK) Ltd, located in Cardiff City Centre is the European arm of the SRK Consulting Group and currently has over 100 employees. SRK Consulting (UK) Ltd is an employee owned company.
We are seeking a Senior Underground Mining Engineer.
Description of Responsibilities:
SRK Consulting is an independent, international consulting practice providing specialist services to the global mining industry. From our Cardiff office, our multidisciplinary teams support mining companies, investors, lenders, governments and insurers across a broad range of commodities and jurisdictions.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Underground Mining Engineer to join our Mining team in Cardiff. This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging projects across the full mining project lifecycle, from early-stage studies through to feasibility studies, technical due diligence and operational support.
The role offers exposure to international projects, direct collaboration with globally recognised specialists, and the opportunity to take ownership of client relationships and project delivery within a collaborative and supportive environment.
Role
As a Senior Underground Mining Engineer, you will contribute to and/or lead a range of mining studies and consulting assignments for clients across the global mining sector.
Job Description
As a Senior Underground Mining Engineer, the primary role is to provide competent consulting services to support SRK projects and clients. The role involves:
* Working as part of multi-disciplinary SRK teams providing input on a wide range of project studies.
* Lead underground mine planner including optimisation, mining method assessment, mine design, scheduling, waste management, dewatering, equipment selection and cost estimation.
* Contribution to mining studies from scoping to feasibility level.
* Representing SRK to client management and interfacing at all levels with the client’s management and operations.
* Business development, including the generation of business from new and existing clients.
* Dynamic part of the SRK team with responsibilities for supporting management and mentoring of junior staff.
* Degree or equivalent in a mining subject with relevant practical and operational experience gained in a mining environment.
* Proficient use of mine optimisation and planning software at a high level of competency (Deswik, Surpac and/or Datamine preferred).
* Multi-commodity experience preferably in both metalliferous and bulk commodities.
* Proven track record of industry experience including mine operational and technical positions.
* Member of a recognised professional organisation. Chartered status from a recognised professional association would be an advantage.
* Competent Person for Ore Reserve reporting would be an advantage.
* Excellent report and proposal writing and strong English language skills (verbal and written).
This position involves working in multi-disciplinary teams on a range of projects both nationally and overseas; international travel may form a significant part of the role.
In return for considering a future with us, we offer:
* An attractive compensation package.
* Diversity of projects and clients within a non-hierarchical consultancy environment.
* Opportunity to purchase shares in the company; the SRK Group is an independent group, owned by its employees.
Applicants should respond by submitting their CV online by clicking the button below. The candidates under consideration will be contacted directly, no phone calls please.
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