Your Role

As a Mining Engineer at Royal IHC, you will join a dedicated team that assists clients worldwide in advancing their (wet) mining initiatives. This often involves pushing existing limits and crafting innovative (underwater) mining and slurry transport strategies.

Your responsibilities will include conducting mining studies that may be integral at various phases of a mine's lifecycle. In addition to initiating new projects, you will also travel to mining sites to support clients in enhancing their current operations.

Collaboration is key; you will work alongside other Royal IHC Business Units, consulting firms, and suppliers to deliver optimal solutions and services to our clients.

Key Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in mining or related fields (e.g., Applied Earth Sciences, Civil Engineering, Geosciences, Mining and Petroleum Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geophysical Engineering, or Mineral Engineering).
• Three to five years of relevant experience in mine planning, mining operations, or advisory roles;
• Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written;
• Residence in the Netherlands.
• Experience with Mine Planning and Mine design software (such as Datamine, Surpac, Deswik, or Autocad) is preferred.

Please note that only candidates with a valid EU work visa will be considered for this position.

* These qualifications outline the profile we seek. Research indicates that male candidates tend to apply with a 60% match, while female candidates often apply only when there is a 100% match. If you believe this position aligns with your skills, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the requirements.

What We Offer:

• An excellent opportunity to contribute to the future of technological advancements in the mining sector;
• Opportunities for short-term travel to client locations (Brazil, Dubai, Australia, South Africa).
• A competitive gross monthly salary ranging from € 3720,- to € 5919,- plus an 8% holiday allowance (based on full-time employment);
• € 0.21 per kilometer commuting allowance;
• A favorable work/life balance with 40 vacation days for full-time employment, with options to buy or sell additional leave;
• Flexible working hours and the option for part-time remote work with associated expense allowances;
• An average salary pension scheme ensuring proper arrangements in cases of accidental death, incapacity for work, or unemployment;
• Comprehensive disability insurance;
• Voluntary participation in the Social Fund, covering care and related costs not included in your health insurance;
• Discounts on VGZ's additional healthcare insurance;
• A personal development budget of € 1,500 every three years;
• Unlimited access to our onsite Fitness Centre and physiotherapy services;
• An annual profit-sharing scheme.

About Royal IHC

As a Mining Engineer/Consultant, you will be part of Royal IHC, an organization that recognizes significant growth potential in the market for (underwater) mining solutions, equipment, and services. With its innovative approach, Royal IHC is at the forefront of dredge mining and marine mining. By integrating expertise from both Royal IHC's mining and dredging divisions, we are truly leading the way in this global industry.

Royal IHC provides reliable, integrated solutions tailored to specific demands for mineral resources throughout every phase of the mining lifecycle. Through our state-of-the-art equipment and services, our clients can enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs per tonne, and make their operations more sustainable.

We have a proven track record in delivering solutions for mineral sands, tailings rehabilitation, battery minerals, gold, diamonds, tin, and other commodities. Our global team of experts ensures a local presence and industry-leading support across all continents.

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