Mine Technical Services
We bring a multidisciplinary understanding of mining operations across all stages of the mining life cycle, from exploration through closure. Our expertise spans geology, mine engineering, metallurgy, heap leach systems, geotechnical analysis, water and tailings management, and environmental and social considerations. This integrated approach supports technically sound decision‑making, maximizes value, and helps manage risk throughout the life of an asset.
Overview
Whether supporting early resource definition, feasibility and design, operational optimization, or independent technical review, we advise on complex mining challenges with a clear understanding of how decisions made at each stage affect long‑term performance. We work closely with clients to ensure assets are developed and operated sensibly, defensibly, and efficiently. Our global team of specialists supports the protection, enhancement, and creation of value across investments and active operations.
Get in touch with our Mine Technical Services teamMine Technical Services
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Exploration and resource development
- Mineral exploration advice and support
- Mineral resource estimation, including geostatistics and resource modelling
- Resource forecasting and recovery predictions
- Ore grading and leach performance models
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Mine planning, design and feasibility
- Trade-off studies, scenario modelling, and sensitivity analysis
- Primary and alternative mine plan scenario analysis
- Multiple scenario planning with economic impact evaluation
- Flowsheet design and mine planning
- Mine design, planning, and optimisation
- Open pit bench design
- Mine scheduling
- Operational readiness and commissioning
- Feasibility studies and analysis
- Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), permitting, and management
- Mine engineering and project management
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Metallurgy, processing & heap leach optimisation
- Metallurgical assessment and process review
- Independent metallurgical testing and analysis
- Full-service metallurgical research and testing laboratory
- Leaching hydrodynamics and kinetics
- Dynamic heap leach process models
- Heap leach modelling and recovery optimisation
- Bioleaching analysis and optimisation
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Operations, performance & risk management
- Resource optimisation (grade control, ore block optimisation, drill-hole optimisation)
- Drill and blast performance analysis, optimisation, and independent review
- Operational improvements and expansions
- Problem solving and risk mitigation
- Cost analysis for scheduling and design
- Financial modelling and NPV analysis
- Independent project reviews
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Infrastructure, water, tailings & geotechnical solutions
- Geotechnical assessments (open pit and underground)
- Geotechnical analysis
- Tailings and waste design and auditing
- Mine water modelling and management
- Water management and water balancing
- Thermal, chemical, and site-wide water balance modelling
- Process plant and ancillary facilities design
- Solution well project engineering
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Mine closure and remediation
- Risk assessment and liability minimization
- Baseline inventories and studies
- Mine closure and remediation plans
- Mine closure execution plans and project execution
- Cost estimates
- Care and maintenance support
Mine Technical Services Projects
Mine Technical Services
With a wealth of experience in diverse operations worldwide, encompassing various commodities and climates, we offer valuable insights into the entire mining process. By leveraging our global network of experts, we help clients safeguard, enhance, and maximize the value of their investments throughout the entire mining life cycle, from exploration to closure and beyond.
Our Team Includes
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Cathy Fitzgerald
Mining Sector Leader - Americas
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Graham Clow
Mining & Minerals Global Strategy Director
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Marco Maestri
Global Mining Sector Director
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Jason Cox
Mining Advisory Technical Director - Canada
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David Ritchie
Service Line Director - Engineering & Design - Canada
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Luke Evans
Global Technical Director, Geology Group Leader, Principal Geologist
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Jeremy Collyard
Mining & Minerals Sector Leader - US
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Grant Malensek
Mining Advisory Technical Director - US
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