Long Range/Strategic Mine Planning Engineer

About Us – Mako Mining Corp is a publicly listed gold mining, development and exploration company. The Company operates the high-grade San Albino gold mine in Nueva Segovia, Nicaragua, which ranks as one of the highest-grade open pit gold mines globally and offers district-scale exploration potential. Mako also owns the Moss Mine in Arizona, an open pit gold mine in northwestern Arizona. Mako also holds a 100% interest in the PEA-stage Eagle Mountain Project in Guyana, South America. Eagle Mountain is the subject of engineering, environmental and mine permitting activity. Mako US Corp (a subsidiary of Mako Mining Corp.) is currently seeking a qualified person for the position of Long Range/Strategic Mine Planning Engineer

About this role – Long Range/Strategic Mine Planning Engineer

Responsibilities

- Develop, review and update life-of-mine (LOM) plans to maximize resource value while ensuring operational practicality

- Conduct strategic mine design, optimization, and scheduling using advanced mine planning software

- Evaluate alternative development strategies to support business decisions and corporate objectives

- Collaborate with geology, geotechnical, processing, environmental, and operations teams to ensure integrated planning and risk management

- Provide input to reserves and resources reporting, ensuring compliance with JORC, NI 43-101, or other relevant reporting standards

- Perform scenario analysis, sensitivity testing, and trade off studies to optimize project economics

- Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic studies (expansions, acquisitions, divestments, etc.)

- Identify and implement best practices, innovative technologies, and continuous improvement initiatives in mine planning

- Prepare and present clear, data-driven reports and recommendations to management and stakeholders

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.*

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

- Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering (or related discipline) - 5+ years of mine planning experience, with at least 2 years in long range/strategic planning roles

- Strong knowledge of mine design, optimization, and scheduling for open pit and/or underground operations

- Experience with equipment selection and estimation

- Proficiency in mine planning software (e.g.: MinePlan, Deswick, Vulcan, Datamine, MineSched, Whittle)

- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills to evaluate mine economics

- Strategic thinking and long-term vision

- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills

- Collaboration and stakeholder engagement

- Attention to detail and commitment to safety and sustainability

- Continuous improvement mindset and adaptability to change

- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across disciplines and management levels

- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deliver under tight deadlines

- Commitment to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement

- A valid passport is required for international travel

Working Conditions

- Based out of Tucson office but will require frequent travel to mine sites

- Exposure to outdoor and mining environments, including open pit and underground settings

- May require FIFO / DIDO roster or extended stays during critical construction and operational phases

Why Join Us

- A unique opportunity to develop a new mine from concept to production

- Work alongside a collaborative, diverse, high-performing technical and safety-first team of professionals

- Be a part of a company committed to innovation, sustainability, and community engagement

What We Offer

- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

- Paid Group Life Insurance

- Paid Time Off (PTO)

- 401K Retirement Plan

- Paid Parking

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Life insurance

- Paid sick time

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

- Tucson, AZ 85701 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Tucson, AZ 85701: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person