Job Description

Donlin Gold is recruiting a Senior Mine Planning Engineer for one of the world's largest undeveloped gold deposits, owned and operated by Donlin Gold LLC, which is owned by affiliates of NOVAGOLD Resources and Paulson Advisers LLC. Donlin Gold is designed to be one of just a handful of gold mines worldwide that produces more than one million ounces of gold annually. Post Description: Reporting to the General Manager, the Senior Mine Planning Engineer’s primary responsibilities include life-of-mine planning, pit and waste design, mine scheduling, and equipment optimization, in addition to occasionally supporting other areas of the project involving ports, transportation infrastructure, mining, and the environment. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 12 years of mining experience, preferably in large-scale open pit operations—and demonstrate strong technical proficiency in mine planning software, reserve estimation, and interdepartmental coordination. This position requires occasional travel to remote site locations and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a world-class mining project in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities: Perform strategic mine planning, pit and waste storage facilities design, scheduling and scenario analysis. Produce the annual detailed Life of Mine plan and schedule. Prepare mine designs with optimized ultimate extents, phasing, mining method selection and waste storage facilities. Develop life of mine plans from resource models and business forecasts including all aspects of mine planning, reporting, development and plan execution such as mine safety, quality projection, equipment recommendation, volumetrics, reserve estimation, sequencing, scheduling and environmental considerations. Determine optimal heavy mobile equipment fleet based on production requirements, site specific conditions, ramp and bench configurations. Equipment evaluation and selection. Assist in preparation of site budgets and capital requests. Coordination with Geology, Processing, Mining, Environmental and Business Senior Staff/Management. Communication and presentation of the mine plan to stakeholders: Management, Processing, Mine Operations, etc. Cut-off grade determination and stockpiling strategy. Perform annual Reserve/Resource estimation and reporting. Education and Experience: BS Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent. Minimum of 12 years’ mining experience required, 15 years preferred. 2 - 3 years’ experience at an operating mine site required, large scale open pit preferred. 2 - 3 years’ experience as a short/medium term planning engineer. Minimum of 2 years long-term planning experience. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of strategic planning for this type of project including a confident understanding of the global key drivers that affect the optimization of the project as a whole. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and mine planning software (Whittle, Vulcan, Deswik, etc.). Experience with fleet management systems (Dispatch, MineStar, etc.). Excellent understanding of the mining industry, industry practices, regulations and technical advancements. Extensive knowledge and understanding of mine planning and mine surveying functions for large scale open pit operations. A proven history in delivering results to schedule and budget while having demonstrated a proactive commitment to a safe working environment. Experience working in a multicultural environment. Experience working in a cold climate environment. Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and build effective relationships and networks. Will be required to travel. Authorized to work in the United States. Other related duties as assigned by management. This position is based in the Anchorage office, and the selected candidate must be willing to travel to visit contractors and conduct site visits, especially during construction. A post-offer criminal background clearance, physical and drug screening are required. Open until filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Donlin Gold

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