About Aybak Cement:

Aybak Cement is a forward-thinking cement manufacturing company dedicated to unlocking the potential of the Aybak Cement mine located in Samangan province. Established in 2025 and registrered with Minstry of Industry and Commerce with the license number 99875, the company aims to become one of Afghanistan’s leading cement producers, playing a pivotal role in the nation’s economic development. Aybak Cement is a project of Bashir Navid Group and Nazari Rahimi Group, two of the largest and most reliable conglomerates in Afghanistan. Their combined expertise and resources lend significant strength to Aybak Cement’s operations.

With a focus on high-quality production and sustainability, Aybak Cement is committed to meeting the growing demands of the construction industry while fostering local community engagement. The company recognizes the critical need for reliable infrastructure in Afghanistan and aims to support this through innovative manufacturing practices. By utilizing cutting-edge technology and environmentally friendly methods, Aybak Cement strives to create a product that not only meets international standards but also contributes to the sustainable development of the region. Through job creation and local partnerships, Aybak Cement aims to empower communities and stimulate economic growth.

Aybak Cement is poised to play a vital role in supporting Afghanistan's construction industry and infrastructure development in the years to come. By focusing on sustainable practices and community engagement, Aybak Cement aims to contribute positively to the economic landscape of the region.

Objective
The Mining Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and supervising technically sound, economically feasible, and safety- and environmentally-compliant mining plans, while actively participating in ongoing exploration activities. The position serves as a bridge between the exploration and mining phases, preparing extraction plans for raw materials required by the cement plant. In close collaboration with exploration engineers, the Mining Engineer develops practical mine designs, production plans, health and safety systems, and long-term extraction strategies aligned with plant capacity and national and international best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement open-pit mining designs for limestone and other cement raw materials based on geological data.
• Prepare production plans aligned with the cement plant’s feed requirements and capacity.
• Design practical and executable extraction sequences considering equipment availability and site conditions.
• Prepare Life of Mine (LOM) plans, as well as short-, medium-, and long-term mining plans based on resource estimation models.
• Work closely with exploration teams to integrate geological models, resource estimation data, and exploration results into mine designs.
• Actively participate in pit optimization, final depth determination, and production planning.
• Design and calculate drilling and blasting patterns for open-pit operations.
• Plan and implement overburden removal, bench design, and waste management strategies.
• Develop and enforce mining safety plans, and contribute to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) systems during extraction.
• Ensure compliance with Afghan mining regulations and international standards.
• Conduct preliminary financial assessments, including CAPEX and OPEX, for mining operations.
• Support feasibility-level studies and prepare technical documentation for mining methods in proposals and reports.
• Utilize modern mining and surveying software, including Surpac, Datamine, MineSight, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and other relevant tools.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers to support skill development and professional growth.
• Promote teamwork and adherence to national and international best practices in mining.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering (Master’s degree is an advantage).
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in mining and/or exploration activities.
• Proven experience in open-pit mine design, drilling, and blasting.
• Familiarity with mineral exploration workflows and resource estimation procedures.
• Knowledge of Afghan geological conditions is an advantage.
• Proficiency in mining design and calculation software.
• Strong understanding of JORC and NI 43-101 reporting standards and related analysis.
• Experience contributing to LOM plans, MROR processes, and technical studies.

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership skills and independent decision-making.
• Advanced ability in data interpretation and technical analysis.
• Excellent skills in technical reporting and professional communication.
• Ability to plan mining operations in alignment with ongoing exploration activities.
• Integrity, commitment, and strict adherence to safety and environmental standards in mining operations.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via email. Please adhere to the following guidelines:

• Send your updated CV, a cover letter, and a completed application form to hr@aybakcement.com
• Only those who meet the eligibility criteria will be contacted.
• Please apply only if you meet the specified criteria.
• Include the vacancy number and position title (AC-26-007- Mining Engineer) in the subject line of your email.
• Name your documents properly (e.g., "Your Name-CV",).

We look forward to reviewing your application.