Mining Engineer

Sky Aria Mining Company is engaged in the exploration, extraction, processing, and marketing of fluorite (CaF₂) ore in Uruzgan Province. We are looking for a qualified and experienced Mining Engineer to plan, design, supervise, and optimize mining operations in a safe, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible manner.

The Mining Engineer will be responsible for the technical planning, execution, and supervision of mining operations, ensuring production targets, safety standards, and cost controls are achieved in compliance with national mining regulations and company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

1.      Mine Planning & Design

·        Prepare short-term and long-term mine plans (monthly, quarterly, annual).

·        Design open-pit layouts, benches, haul roads, and waste dumps.

·        Conduct ore reserve estimation and grade control management.

Optimize pit design to maximize fluorite recovery and minimize dilution

2.       Production Management

·        Supervise daily mining activities including drilling, blasting, loading, and hauling.

·        Monitor ore production volumes and ensure compliance with production targets.

·        Coordinate with geology and processing teams for ore quality control.

·        Ensure efficient equipment utilization and productivity.

3.      Technical Supervision

·        Oversee drilling and blasting programs and ensure safe execution.

·        Conduct slope stability assessments and ground control monitoring.

·        Recommend improvements for operational efficiency and cost reduction.

·        Prepare technical reports on production of both sides, equipment performance, and costs.

4.      Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

·        Ensure compliance with national mining laws and environmental regulations.

·        Implement and monitor safety procedures for mining operations.

·        Conduct regular risk assessments and toolbox talks.

•            Promote a strong safety culture at the project site.

5.      Cost Control & Budgeting

·        Prepare operational cost estimates and budgets.

·        Monitor mining costs per ton and identify cost-saving measures.

·        Support procurement in technical specifications for mining equipment and services.

6.      Reporting

·        Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.

·        Submit technical performance analysis to management.

• Maintain accurate records of mine development and ore extraction.

Deliverables:

·        Approved mine development and production plans.

·        Monthly production and cost performance reports.

·        Updated ore reserve and grade control data.

·        Safety compliance reports.

·        Equipment productivity analysis.

Ø  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mining engineering, Mineral or Quarry engineering, or relevant field.

Ø  5 years working experience in the mining industry with public and/or private sector.

Ø  Knowledge of ore production and processing technologies, organization of design works, budgeting procedure, methods of feasibility study of field development efficiency.

Ø  Knowledge of mining optimization and strategic planning software, Surpac or MineSched or Micromine or DataMine.

Ø  Good written and spoken English is essential, good Pashto and Dari.

Ø  Excellent interpersonal skills.

Ø  Highly motivated skill on teamwork and results oriented.

Ø  Demonstrated enthusiasm in working for the project’s purpose and vision.

Ø  Ability to formulate strategies and policies and create new approaches.

Ø  Undertake project-related tasks as mandated in project agreement and as required by governmental authorities i.e Ministry of Mines and Petroleum, Environmental Protection Agency, Ministry of Labor or any other related entity.

Able to undertake huge amount of work and be able to work under tight deadlines

While applying kindly mention the vacancy number “SAMC-15-2026- Mining Engineer” in the subject line of E-mail otherwise, your application may not be considered. So please do not send heavy size documents (i.e. Tazkira, Education documents, work certificates and etc.)

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the next stage of recruitment.