Senior or Principal Consultant – Mining (Snowden Optiro)

Company Description3> Snowden Optiro is a mining advisory, consulting, training, and software business. We support mining companies and their investors in evaluating new mines, improving the performance of existing operations, and complying with regulatory requirements. We help mine developers to advance their projects, enhance mining operations, and provide quality advice, training, and software in the field of Mineral Resources and Mineral/Ore Reserves. Our services help mining professionals and investors derisk their investments. Snowden Optiro is a business unit of Datamine.

The Opportunity As part of our continued growth in the APAC region, Snowden Optiro is seeking a talented and motivated

Senior or Principal Consultant

to join our global team.

Become part of the Snowden Optiro team and collaborate with consultants renowned for delivering high-quality geological advisory services. Our reputation has made Snowden Optiro one of the premier international consulting groups in the mining industry.

At Snowden Optiro, you will have the opportunity to share ideas and work alongside some of the best in the business. Our blend of experience and innovation creates a dynamic and collaborative environment, offering diverse geographic and commodity assignments, as well as complex technical challenges.

We value technical excellence and practical, client‑focused solutions. Your expertise will help us continue to deliver a wide range of innovative services to our clients.

Role Description As a

Senior or Principal Consultant , you will provide advanced advisory services and training in the field of mining and mine planning. Your responsibilities will include:

Leading mining studies (at a range of levels), audits, technical reviews, due diligence, and operational improvement studies.

Managing projects and advising clients on best practice solutions.

Driving business development and providing thought leadership within your area of expertise.

Delivering training courses and mentoring both internal team members and external professionals.

The role offers flexibility to be based anywhere in the APAC region. While you will work autonomously, you will be part of a highly collaborative team. Some local and international travel will be required.

We offer a

competitive salary

commensurate with experience and capability, plus attractive performance‑based incentives and flexible working arrangements designed to support a family‑friendly lifestyle.

Your Skills and Experience To be successful in this role, you should have:

Over 10 years of experience

in the mining industry, with strong technical expertise in mine planning.

A

professional qualification

in mining or a related discipline.

Experience across a variety of commodities and mining methods.

Strong software skills in mine planning packages, ideally Datamine products but open to others.

A broad professional network and strong reputation in the mining sector.

Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Previous experience in a consulting environment (highly regarded).

A strong work ethic, commitment to delivery, and a passion for innovation and improvement in the industry.

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