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The Mining Engineer reports to the Senior Mining Engineer, and is primarily accountable for ... Performing financial evaluations and cost analyses for operating and capital project justification

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How much do mining analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for mining analyst in the United States is $45.56, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.81 and $56.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mining analyst?

To thrive as a Mining Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, knowledge of geology and mining operations, and typically a degree in mining engineering, geology, or finance. Familiarity with data analysis tools like Excel, geological modeling software, and financial modeling platforms is essential. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities enable informed decision-making, accurate resource evaluation, and clear reporting to stakeholders in the mining industry.

What are some common challenges mining analysts face when working with geological and financial data?

Mining Analysts often encounter challenges in integrating complex geological data with financial models to provide accurate investment recommendations. Discrepancies in data quality, limited access to up-to-date field information, and rapidly changing commodity prices can make analysis demanding. Additionally, collaborating with geologists, engineers, and finance professionals requires strong communication skills to ensure all data is correctly interpreted and utilized. Overcoming these challenges is key to delivering reliable insights for stakeholders.

What is the difference between Mining Analyst vs Geologist?

AspectMining AnalystGeologist
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Mining Engineering, Geology, or related field; certifications like MSHA or equivalentBachelor's or higher in Geology or Earth Sciences; certifications may include PG or GIT
Work EnvironmentMining sites, exploration projects, corporate officesField sites, research labs, exploration areas
Industry UsageMining companies, resource extraction firms, consultingMining, environmental consulting, research institutions

Mining Analysts focus on evaluating mineral deposits, analyzing data, and supporting mining operations, while Geologists study Earth's processes, conduct field surveys, and assess geological formations. Both roles often collaborate but serve different primary functions within the mining industry.

How do you become a mining analyst?

To become a mining analyst, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in geology, mining engineering, geology, or a related field. Gaining experience with data analysis, industry software, and understanding mineral markets is important, and some roles may require professional certifications such as the Professional Geologist (PG) license or similar credentials.

What does a mining analyst do?

A mining analyst evaluates mineral deposits, analyzes geological data, and assesses the economic viability of mining projects. They use tools like GIS software and require knowledge of geology, data analysis, and industry regulations to support decision-making in mining operations.
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Mining Project Engineer

Barminco Mining Services USA LLC

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Other

PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Who We Are:
Barminco forms part of the Perenti Group, a diversified global mining services company. Barminco can offer you opportunities to take your career to the next level as one of the world's largest hard-rock underground mining companies, with operations in Australia, Africa and North America. The Perenti Group operates across a wide range of mining sectors and offers unique career progression opportunities.

Barminco is looking for dedicated people that are eager to start a career in underground mining and join our vibrant team. The collective talent and expertise of our people is the key to our success, and we are looking for talented people to join us. We seek to build teams who are loyal, committed to our values and dedicated to delivering for our clients. In return, we provide state of the art facilities, equipment, technology and exciting opportunities to work on projects around the world.

Job Title: Project Engineer

The Opportunity:
Barminco Mining Service has an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our team at a project location 65 miles outside of Elko, Nevada. Reporting to the Project Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring site commercial and accounting tasks and implementing business improvement projects.

Location: 65 Miles outside of Elko, Nevada
Shift: 14-days on / 14-days off rotation

Accommodation: Charter transportation from muster point. Camp and meals provided.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Upholds Barminco’s core principles:
    • No Shortcuts - Never Wasteful - Walk in Their Shoes - Smarter Together - Enable Tomorrow
  • Actively manage and prioritize the sites compliance to contractual obligations.
  • Monitor site commercial and accounting tasks, raising issues with any abnormalities or potential opportunities.
  • Works closely with the project manager and mining superintendent to identify and investigate any business improvement opportunities
  • Assist project management team in the development of business improvement project plans and manage sections of those plans allocated to them.
  • Monitor plods and lodge applicable delay modifier claims to the client in a timely fashion.
  • Complete interim data checks on MinRep entries and correct any accuracy issues that arise
  • Compile all relevant data for the completion of the end of month claim, lodging it to the client in a timely manner.
  • Compile a draft claim for end of month revenue accruals. Couple the revenue accrual with cost accruals for any costs incurred but not receipted in the month, or upcoming costs relevant to the month.
  • Complete relevant monthly reports for the monthly Health Check meetings.
  • Assist the foreman with any process changes that increase supervisors’ productivity and effectiveness.
  • Act as Barminco representative when project management team is offsite.
  • Attend and scrutinize short term plan and weekly plan meetings. Raise any issues to foreman or project manager as required
  • Request contract variations where required.
  • Assist in contract renewal and re-modelling

Qualifications:

  • BA in Mining Engineering
  • Demonstrated experience managing and administering Mining Contracts.
  • Good knowledge of mining operations and equipment.
  • Experience reviewing and monitoring contract performance and conditions.
  • Review and manage performance against contract and delivery through service level agreement/KPI metrics and client feedback.
  • Conduct contract review meetings.
  • General knowledge of mining companies and vendors supporting the mining industry.
  • Strong client focus with regard to commercial, technical and service delivery.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze contractual information.
  • Dependably exercise sound judgement and decisions.
  • Strong sense of urgency and outcomes focused.
  • Experience of providing supportive specialist advice and management to internal and external clients.
  • Excellent communications skills and ability to manage diverse and in some instances multi-cultural teams.

Work Conditions:

  • Mandatory to stay at camp while working on a rotational basis (dayshift/nightshift), typically the rotations are 14 days on site (minimum 12-hour days), followed by 14 days off, working statutory holidays as they fall within the rotation
  • While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to communicate, sit, stand, walk, climb, reach, push/pull, manipulate objects and work in awkward positions
  • Duties may involve moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required
  • Extreme weather conditions
  • Noise level in the work environment is moderate to high

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary, paid time off and comprehensive benefits.
  • Opportunities for career development and advancement within the company.
  • A supportive, dynamic work environment focused on growth and success.

Additional Information:
The health and safety of our employees is our top priority. Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment Fit-for-Duty medical, including alcohol and drug screening.