Open-Pit Mine Development Planner (Greenfield Start)

Hudbay Minerals U.S. Business Unit; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonuses

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Company paid life insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Paid time off and holiday pay

Job summary

A leading mining company in Sahuarita, Arizona, is seeking a Mine Development Planner to oversee the transition of raw terrain into a large-scale open-pit mining operation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering or a related field, along with 5–8 years of experience in mining. Key responsibilities include developing short-term schedules, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing early-stage site preparations. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including performance bonuses and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of experience in large-scale open-pit mining.
• Expertise in industry-standard mine planning software.
• Deep understanding of environmental regulations (MSHA/OSHA).

Responsibilities

• Oversee early-stage site preparation and strategic sequencing of operations.
• Develop 0–2 year schedules aligning immediate work with Life of Mine goals.
• Ensure initial ramps and catch benches meet safety requirements.

Skills

Mine planning software proficiency (Deswik, Hexagon)

Environmental permitting knowledge

Heavy earthworks management

Complex problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

A leading mining company in Sahuarita, Arizona, is seeking a Mine Development Planner to oversee the transition of raw terrain into a large-scale open-pit mining operation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering or a related field, along with 5–8 years of experience in mining. Key responsibilities include developing short-term schedules, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing early-stage site preparations. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including performance bonuses and 401(k) plans.