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Posted by B B on August 5, 2021 at 5:41

I'm an early 30s mining engineer. I've spent the last ten years working in junior exploration companies, doing resource estimates, PEAs and feasibility studies, but never worked in an operating mine - though I've visited many. I've been in a project management role lately focused on feasibility studies and permitting, with the idea of eventually switching to development.My long-term goals are to get a Master's degree then move into consulting, with a focus on resources and feasibility studies.I have the opportunity to switch to a long-term planning role at an operating mine. I feel like this would help fill a big gap in my experience and be helpful to my long-term goals. What do you think? Would you recommend taking the job?

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Andrew Johnson January 2, 2022 15:31

Fully agree with Vince Suntner, practical experience in operations is essential to increase your credibility
Vince Sunter September 18, 2021 10:36

Absolutely, take the job, even if the pay is less. You need a really solid grounding in the physical world to ever be effective at planning and management roles. It lets you shine, where others are more vulnerable to important judgement errors.
Muralitharan V September 16, 2021 8:06

Hi, Please send me your contact details through emai: mtncmd at gmail com or info at ralmagroup dot com.