Mine Planning and Resource Manager at Alpine Silica

Willow Park, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mine Planning, Resource Management, Geological Exploration, Modeling, Reserve Estimation, Geotechnical Assessments, Data Management, Team Leadership, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Software Proficiency, Regulatory Compliance, Environmental Compliance, Project Coordination, Mentoring, Collaboration

Industry

mining

Description

General Overview: The Mine Planning and Resource Manager leads geological evaluation, mine design, long- and short-term planning, and reserve management across multiple silica sand mining operations. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal utilization of mineral resources while supporting sustainable, safe, and cost-effective operations. Responsibilities: Mine Planning Develop and maintain long-term mine plans that support production goals and resource optimization across all mining sites. Create and update short- and mid-range mine plans in coordination with plant managers and operations teams. Oversee mine sequencing and scheduling to ensure consistent feed quality and minimize costs. Resource & Reserve Management Lead geological exploration, modeling, and reserve estimation activities. Manage and update geological models and resource databases using industry-standard software. Ensure compliance with internal and regulatory reporting standards for reserves and resources (e.g., NI 43-101 or JORC if applicable). Geological & Technical Oversight Supervise drilling programs, core logging, sampling, and geotechnical assessments. Analyze quality and variability of silica sand deposits to inform blending, beneficiation, and plant supply strategies. Coordinate with environmental and permitting teams to ensure mine plans align with reclamation and permit boundaries. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with operations, engineering, environmental, and business development teams to support expansion projects, permitting, and capital planning. Support land acquisition decisions with geological assessments and resource modeling. Technology & Data Management Utilize mining and geological software such as MineSight, Surpac, Vulcan, or similar for modeling and planning. Maintain robust datasets, GIS files, and resource tracking tools across all properties. Team Leadership Manage and mentor junior geologists, planning engineers, and survey staff as needed. Build and maintain a high-performance technical team across multiple locations. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Geological Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred). Minimum 7–10 years of mine planning or resource management experience, preferably in industrial minerals or surface mining operations. Proven experience with mine design, reserve modeling, and multi-site mine planning. Proficiency in mine planning and geological modeling software (e.g., Vulcan, Surpac, Carlson, AutoCAD, ArcGIS). Professional licensure (P.E., P.G., or equivalent) preferred. Knowledge of silica sand quality standards and processing requirements preferred. Familiarity with regulatory and environmental compliance for surface mining operations preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Willingness to travel regularly between mine sites (30–50%). Mental and Physical Requirements: Able to read, speak and write in English. Ability to use sophisticated computer software programs to achieve job functions. Strong physical and mental health to maintain demanding workload. Able to work under stressful conditions at times. Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work. Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships and maintain them over time. Strong work ethics of integrity and honesty strives for excellence in all activities employing accompanying communication. Dependable, reliable, and capable of fulfilling responsibilities. This job description should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities or as an employment agreement between the employer and employee. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Any essential functions of this position will be evaluated as necessary should an employee/applicant be unable to perform the functions or requirements due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the employee/applicant when possible. Alpine Silica, a PF Holdings company based in Willow Park, TX, operates advanced facilities in key U.S. oil and gas regions like Haynesville, Eagle Ford, and Permian Basins. It produces frac sand and provides in-basin solutions to enhance efficiency for top oil and gas producers. At PF Holdings, Our portfolio of established and dependable companies reliably operate efficiently and effectively, driving innovation and commercial success for the future, for the benefit of industry, our clients, and the world. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not make employment decisions based on a person’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. For information about your legal rights and protections, please click here. For Information about Transparency in Coverage - Machine Readable Files, please visit https://www.bcbstx.com/asomrf?EIN=873882169 333 Shops Boulevard Suite 301 Willow Park Texas 76087

Responsibilities

The Mine Planning and Resource Manager is responsible for leading geological evaluation, mine design, and reserve management across multiple silica sand mining operations. This includes developing long-term mine plans, overseeing geological exploration, and collaborating with various teams to support operational goals.