Senior Mine Planner

Salary :

$115,000 monthly

Company : Origin Mining Company

Job Type : Full Time

Golden Valley, Az

Job Description - Senior Mine Planner

Origin Mining Company operates the Mineral Park copper-molybdenum mine in Arizona and is focused on responsible, sustainable resource development. We aim to lead the U.S. copper industry through strong safety practices, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence. Our team is committed to doing things the right way—acting with integrity, supporting our communities, and creating long-term value. With a hands-on, technically driven approach, we are advancing both leach and concentrator operations to produce high-quality copper and molybdenum products.

Position Overview:
The Senior Mine Planner develops and optimizes long-range and life-of-mine plans to maximize value, efficiency, and safety. This role leads mine design and annual budgeting while aligning plans with business objectives. It requires strong analytical skills, planning software expertise, and the ability to interpret complex data. Working with operations, geology, and finance, the planner ensures plans are practical and cost-effective. The role suits an experienced professional who can clearly communicate strategic insights.

Job Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain long-range and life-of-mine (LOM) plans, including pit designs, sequencing, and scheduling
Prepare and manage annual mine plans and budgets in alignment with corporate targets
Optimize mine designs to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize resource recovery
Analyze large datasets to support planning decisions and identify improvement opportunities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, geology, finance) to ensure integrated planning outcomes
Produce detailed reports, presentations, and technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and company policies in all planning activities
Utilize mine planning software (e.g., Vulcan, MinePlan) to create accurate and efficient designs
Support continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and benchmarking
Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline
Minimum of 5 years of experience in mine planning, with exposure to long-range and life-of-mine planning
Proficiency in CAD-based mine planning software (Vulcan preferred; MinePlan or similar acceptable)
Strong experience with budgeting and financial evaluation related to mine planning
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas effectively
Experience working with large datasets and data analysis tools is considered an asset
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Trimble systems, and fleet management systems is an advantage
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment

Physical Demands:
To be eligible for this position, an individual must possess the following requirements to perform the essential job functions:

Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking on uneven surfaces, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion.
Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather.

Able to operate a telephone and mine phone/radio with sufficient voice and hearing to carry on a conversation for the purpose of communicating information.
Able to hear sufficiently to distinguish various pitches of warning alarms.
Able to lift up to 25 pounds periodically

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