Engineering

Senior Mining Engineer At Zotmann International Limited

Zotmann International Limited·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Internship
EngineeringFull TimeInternship
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Role Description

  • This is a full-time, on-site role located in Ebonyi State, Nigeria, for a Senior Mining Engineer. The role involves supervising and implementing mine planning and development activities, overseeing mining operations, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. The Senior Mining Engineer will conduct analyses, prepare detailed reports, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize mining processes and resource extraction. The role also includes the evaluation of mining technologies and project profitability, as well as ensuring efficient coal and other mineral resource management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and improve safety, health and environmental standards and practices within the Mine Site.
  • Promote and assist in the implementation of Site Safety and environmental initiatives and motoring tools.
  • Demonstrate a strong safety culture, acting when risks to human health, equipment or the environment are being witnessed.
  • Develop mid-to-long range mining plans, pit designs, dump sequences, dump designs and stockpiles, etc.
  • Maintain a usable and neat data structure.
  • Develop and implement the short and long range mine planning units.
  • Implementation of planning schedules, capital and operating cost estimates, and evaluations of all projects.
  • Cost and evaluate mine production equipment. Monitor the development of new technology and identify opportunities for implementation.
  • Supervise all Mine production activities including dig and haul, drill & Blast and pit dewatering.
  • Organize and implement a two-shift system (Day & Night) for the Mine Production department.
  • Train and mentor all Mining Engineers, Mine Captains, shift bosses, pit supervisors, operators and all workers that fall under the Mining Department.
  • Participate in small to medium size construction, expansion or modification on Site projects.
  • Be a team leader with excellent communication skills and be able to provide technical assistance and analysis on all Mine Site projects.
  • Take part in review of geologic, hydrology, geochemistry and resource models. Interrogate models for key geotechnical, hydrology, geo-metallurgical information to guide mine criteria including the optimum mining rate.
  • Geotechnical, soils and rock testing-Develop the fit-for-purpose testing programs needed to inform on the design criteria for open pits and waste dumps.
  • Supervise and put attention on all activities of the Company Surveyor in relation to Mine Production activities on the Site.

Qualifications and Requirements.

  • Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline (Master's degree is an advantage)
  • Sound knowledge of mine software like SURPAC or DESWIK
  • Minimum of 9 years relevant mining experience, with at least 5 years in a senior or supervisory role
  • Strong knowledge of open-pit and/or underground mining methods
  • Solid understanding of mining legislation, safety standards, and best practices
  • Proven leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDMBA/MSc/MA
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At a glance

Company

Zotmann International Limited

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Internship

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

May 30, 2026

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