Principal Mining Engineer (Mining & Metals)

AMC Consultants; Reading; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Bonus scheme

Mentorship

Exciting projects

Insurance packages

Professional development

Job summary

AMC Consultants is seeking a Principal Mining Engineer to join our UK office. You will ensure the technical delivery of projects, manage risk and quality, and develop client relationships across pre-feasibility, feasibility, site assessment, remediation and decommissioning phases.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, 15+ years of experience, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and willingness to travel internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline required.
• 15+ years of industry experience with recognised expertise in at least one primary area.
• Fluent in English; working rights in the UK are essential.

Responsibilities

• Contribute strong technical expertise across a range of projects, mining methods and environments.
• Provide consulting support and practical engineering solutions.
• Project management of technical studies and assignments as required.
• Contribute to due diligence activities.
• Delivery of high-quality reports, presentations and project documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Report writing

Client focus

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related

Tools

Mining software

General computer software

Job description

AMC Consultants (AMC) is now part of AFRY, bringing together AMC’s specialist mining consultancy expertise with AFRY’s global engineering, project delivery, and sustainability capabilities. This creates a unified global team delivering innovative, data-driven solutions across the full mining lifecycle.

With over 40 years of Mining & Metals experience, 35+ countries of operation, 2,000+ specialists, and ~15,000 reference projects, we support clients to improve performance, resilience, and sustainability from exploration through to operations and closure. Together with AMC’s “Mine Smarter” approach, we combine technical excellence, analytics, and engineering delivery to unlock value at every stage of a project.

For those who join us, this is an opportunity to work in a globally connected, collaborative environment where your expertise directly shapes real mining outcomes. We are seeking curious, capable, and value-driven people who thrive on solving complex problems and working as part of a high-performing team.

Our values and culture define who we are: we put people first, foster a collaborative and supportive environment, pursue bold innovation, and maintain a strong commitment to technical excellence. Everything we do is grounded in trust, built on integrity and respect, and focused on delivering lasting impact.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute and grow.

Position: Principal Mining Engineer

Location: United Kingdom

Role Overview

We are seeking a Principal Mining Engineer to join our Mining & Metals team based in the UK office. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the technical delivery of projects, including risk and quality management. The candidate should have experience in mine design and development of technical documents (reports) for key clients throughout various project execution phases (pre-feasibility, feasibility, site assessment, remediation, and decommissioning/closure). The candidate will maintain, build, and further develop client relationships as part of project delivery and business development. The candidate should have experience in managing and executing projects in diverse mining environments.

AMC cover a broad spectrum of services creating a varied and interesting array of projects to work on. Services include technical mining studies (spanning scoping, pre-feasibility and feasibility), life of mine planning, Ore Reserve estimation, due diligence, cost estimation, reporting to JORC, NI 43-101 and similar industry codes.

What We Offer

• Work-life balance: Flexible working arrangements that help you thrive.
• Competitive compensation: A bonus scheme that rewards your achievements.
• Mentorship: Learn from experienced mining industry professionals.
• Exciting projects: Engage with leading mining companies on innovative and diverse projects.
• Comprehensive benefits: Generous insurance packages including life insurance and salary continuance.
• Professional development: Reimbursement for tertiary education and further study opportunities.

Salary

The salary package offered for this position will be commensurate with the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

Skills And Competencies

Core functions

• Contribute strong technical expertise across a range of projects, mining methods and environments.
• Provide consulting support and practical engineering solutions.
• Project management of technical studies and assignments as required.
• Contribute to due diligence activities.
• Delivery of high-quality reports, presentations and project documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and across regional offices.
• Support company business development initiatives.
• Uphold AMC’s values and standards.

Competencies

• Experience in mine planning, scheduling and reserve estimation.
• Good problem-solving skills, ability to take initiative and to work independently.
• Attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.
• Experience with project management.
• Strong client focus with good interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in relevant mining software and general computer software skills.
• Experience in and / or inclination for business development.

Qualifications And Experience

• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in Mining Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• A minimum of 15 years of industry experience, including recognised expertise in at least one primary area.
• Demonstrated capacity to work independently, coupled with strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• A valid drivers license, passport, and the ability to travel internationally as required.
• Fluent in English – spoken and written. Secondary language skills viewed favourably.
• You must have working rights in the country you are employed in.