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The Senior Mine Engineer is responsible for overseeing mine planning and scheduling, government reporting, technical evaluation of contract miner, and support for the overall mine operations readiness and ramp-up to steady state production.

Position: Senior Mining Engineer

Status: Full time (100% equivalent)

Start date: September 2022

Location:

• Bayan Khundii Project Site (in Shinejinst soum, Bayankhongor aimag)
• Initial period in Ulaanbaatar until mine pre-production commences in mid-2022.

Function at work areas: 

• Environment
• Community Relations
• Training
• Administration
• Permitting and government relations
• Document control
• Translation

Responsibilities: 

• Oversee survey, mine design, QA/QC, mine planning and scheduling, equipment utilization and incorporation of maintenance strategies into operations plans
• Production reporting of mine physicals, track site KPIs and evaluate opportunities for improvement
• Complete regular audits of site to ensure compliance to standards and look for opportunities to improve efficiencies
• Responsible for the design and as-built layouts of all mine development and services for the mine
• Assist with validating monthly invoices for mining contractor
• Creation and monitoring of site forecasts and budgets for the mine operations
• Provide focused review of site deliverables to ensure completeness, clarity and accuracy, preparation of presentations and reports as required
• Coordinate with mine operations to ensure plan compliance and to minimize disruptions
• Determine the staff members and equipment needed to successfully complete mining operations
• Evaluate and select fit for purpose mining equipment to complete specific mining projects
• Follow health, safety and environmental regulations set forth by the company, national laws and regulations
• Training and supervising of personnel
• Liaising with and advising managerial and technical staffs
• Evaluating models to optimize mining, evaluating factors such as mining method, mining risks, haulage capacity, safety, operational parameters and costs

Qualifications: 

Technical

• Bachelor or higher degree in relevant field, such as mining engineer, geologist or other
• Minimum of 7 years of Mining Engineering experience
• Demonstrated experience managing other technical professionals.
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering theories. Mongolian-Certified professional engineer preferred
• Computer skills and the ability to pick up new software quickly.
• Manage their own workload effectively without constant supervision.
• Ability to communicate ideas and recommendations in both written and verbal forms across all levels of the organization
• Excellent time and productivity management skills
• Commitment to maintaining and promoting high standards of the role
• Act as a mentor to other mine technical personnel
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, such as plans, specifications, procedures and manuals

Please send your CV to uboffice@erdene.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

The Admin / HR Officer will liaise closely with the Project Development Manager and the Human Resources Manager and will be responsible for the human resources and administration of the Site staff.The Admin / HR Officer will liaise closely with the Project Development Manager and the Human Resources Manager and will be responsible for the human resources and administration of the Site staff.

Positions: HR and Admin Officer

Status: Initial probationary period, then permanent employee

Location: 

• Bayan Khundii Project site (The role is based on site with 14/14 roster).

Functional work areas: 

• Admin;
• Human Resources, Training;
• Translation.

Responsibilities: 

Administration

• Receive and register all the information sent through official letters, correspondence and other communication channels to the company and deliver it to the relevant units, prepare the necessary documents and materials for response and provide quality assurance;
• Maintain and records of the organization’s official documents;
• Seek to ensure the security of documents stored in the office and establish a security system to protect the documents;
• Manage employee roster and inform to employees for any changes;
• Organise employees travel arrangements;
• Take notes of meetings;
• Fill in Daily Report;
• All other tasks assigned by Project Development Manager.

Human Resources and Training

• Conduct job analysis and develop job descriptions, кeep and record all employee documentation such as employment contract, job description and other requirement documents;
• Responsible for human resource planning, selecting, hiring and employee termination;
• Develop an orientation program or plan to support new employees in performing their duties, present the developed program to management for approval and implement the program;
• Cooperate and exchange views with company management and relevant officials to improve the knowledge and skillset of the employees, develop training and development programs accordingly, organize trainings and report the results;
• Receive and study suggestions, requests and complaints related to labour relations from the employees, come up with conclusion and present them to management, undertake measures in accordance with the management’s permission and the given directives;
• Must work under ERP system requirements;
• Submit, review, and develop staff development programs.

Translation

• Translate all necessary oral and written work in the course of operations and ensure the coherence between departments and staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree or higher in Business Administration, Human Resources, Psychology, Public Administration;
• 3 years of professional experience;
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and productively;
• Proficiency in a wide range of computer programs (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.);
• Strictly maintain the confidentiality of information obtained, such as the nature of the workplace and the degree of secrecy of the organization obtained in other ways;
• High level of oral and written English;
• Knowledge of labor law and related laws.

Please send your CV to uboffice@erdene.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

The Community Development Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining stakeholder relations and community programs towards mutually beneficial outcomes, reporting directly to the Project Development Manager.

This position will work within the Project team as well as external stakeholders to understand and share project and community information.

This is a senior position included in the project management team, supporting Project operations, communications, socio-economic and environmental assessments and monitoring, training, community programs, and governmental affairs.

The role will work closely with ERD Management to ensure activities at site adhere to the Project’s statutory and lender requirements for occupational health and safety, security, environmental management, and social performance.

Position: Community Development Manager

Status: Full-time (Initial 6-month probationary period, then option to become permanent employee)

Start date: September 2022

Location:

• Field based position with regular travel to the Project sites in Shinejinst and Bayan-Undur soums (Bayankhongor aimag).

Functional work areas:

• Community Development;
• Environment;
• Training.

Responsibilities: 

Community development

• Build and maintain in-depth understanding of the Bayan Khundii Mine Project and the company’s other minerals projects;
• Inform and support internal operations and responsible decision making;
• Learn present conditions and community dynamics to inform project activities and support community development programs consistent with company and community values;
• Serve as a knowledgeable project representative and a key point of contact for stakeholders to both receive and deliver information;
• Develop action and resourcing plans (budget, people, etc) for Management approval for stakeholder engagement and community programs that aim to generate mutually beneficial outcomes for the company and its stakeholders;
• Lead the execution of approved programs, including monitoring and evaluation;
• Create and/or maintain appropriate points of contact between the company and community members to establish and maintain respectful and trusting relationships and dialogue;
• Implement the company approved grievance and stakeholder feedback systems, including reviewing and drafting responses to feedback;
• Lead the collection and communication of information related to stakeholder engagement efforts and community programs, both internally and externally;
• Maintain local stakeholder database, including contact information and engagement records for residents of the bagh, soum, and prepare analysis on the local community attitudes towards the company;
• Provide accurate and timely reports on activities, interactions, communications, issues, and outcomes to inform project managers and communities of interest.

Environment

• Maintain understanding of the environmental management activities at Project site;
• Communicate environmental impact, monitoring, and other relevant information to stakeholders based on evidence.

Training

• Responsible for designing training materials for personnel and contractors to ensure awareness of local socio-economic conditions, stakeholder engagement policy and procedures, and communications and relations with local communities;
• Training of trainers for stakeholders training, primarily internal and contractors, with some delivery of training required;
• Supervisory responsibility for Community Relations team, including training and mentorship.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years work experience in a similar or applicable role in mining or heavy industry with excellent references;
• Strong communication skills with ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds;
• Knowledge of environmental management and community relations practices, requirements, and opportunities in Mongolia;
• Capability to manage and coach personnel;
• Minimum requirement of a Bachelor’s degree in a natural science, social science, engineering, or other relevant field;
• Knowledge of Mongolian legislative, regulatory, and standards related to HSEC and training requirements; Familiarity with international standards (EBRD/IFC) preferred;
• Working proficiency in oral and written Mongolian and English languages required.

Please send your CV to uboffice@erdene.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.