Mining engineer

Mining in the engineering discipline is the extraction of minerals from the ground. Mining engineering is associated with many other disciplines, such as mineral processing, exploration, excavation, geology, metallurgy, geotechnical engineering and surveying. A mining engineer may manage any phase of mining operations, from exploration and discovery of the mineral resources, through feasibility study, mine design, development of plans, production and operations to mine closure. ..More on Wikipedia

Skills you need for the job

  • Ability to prioritise
  • Analytical skills
  • Budget handling skills
  • Communication skills
  • Computer aided design skills
  • Creative approach
  • IT skills
  • Math skills
  • Planning skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Science skills

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