Mining Engineer in Sparks, Nevada at Sparrow Company LLC

Specific Job Requirements

Operations Management

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all mining activities to achieve production targets.
• Develop and execute short-term and long-term mine plans.
• Coordinate drilling, blasting, excavation, hauling, and stockpile management.
• Optimize equipment utilization and workforce productivity.
• Monitor production rates and adjust operations to meet daily, weekly, and monthly objectives.
• Coordinate crusher feed requirements with plant operations.
• Ensure proper inventory and quality of raw materials supplied to the cement plant.

Environmental Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Oversee dust control, stormwater management, reclamation activities, and permit compliance.
• Maintain accurate environmental records and reporting.
• Coordinate inspections with regulatory agencies as required.
  Budget & Cost Control
• Prepare and manage the annual mine operating budget.
• Monitor production costs and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Manage expenditures for labor, equipment, fuel, explosives, and contractors.
• Support capital project planning and execution.

Planning & Reporting

• Maintain production reports, equipment utilization reports, and operating metrics.
• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to improve operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with geology, engineering, quality control, and plant operations.
• Participate in strategic planning for future mine development

Safety Leadership

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture in compliance with MSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns; implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all employees and contractors receive required safety training.