Mining Engineer
Plans and manages the safe extraction of minerals and resources.
Degree
Essential Skills
Mine planning and reserve estimationBlast design and explosives handlingGround support and stope stability analysisMine ventilation designOccupational health and safety in mining (MHSA compliance)Geological data interpretation
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