Mine Planning Engineer (Timmins)

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 secure 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 - Supports site-based open pit mining operations - Responsible for short-term planning, scheduling, and reporting deliverables - Supervises 2 direct reports plus contractors - Works closely with operations, geology, geotechnical, and corporate teams - Primarily site-based with collaboration across departments 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 Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pjj8u