Mining Advisory
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Our international experience and extensive knowledge of the resources industry is why Snowden Optiro has become known and trusted for their mining engineering consulting and advisory services.
Ore reserve estimation
We have generated a wide range of ore reserve reports for the world’s major reporting codes e.g. JORC, SAMREC, NI 43-101, SEC/Sarbanes Oxley. We are adept at NI 43-101 ore reserve reports for the Canadian market, Competent Persons reports for the JSE exchange and all manner of JORC Code compliant public ore reserve reporting for the ASX.
Commodities covered have been across the spectrum, with recent concentration on iron ore, base metals, gold, graphite, nickel and uranium. Due to our experience and exposure, we are able to compile most ore reserve reports and complete the required CP and Qualified Persons sign-off statements.
Ore reserve estimation
Talk to us about your projectOpen-pit and underground mine optimisation; design; scheduling and life of mine planning
Our mining engineers have experience in all facets of mining engineering both open pit and underground, from the optimisation of the ore body, to the planned mine design and scheduling of complex grade constraints to the life of mine plan development and financial modelling.
Open-pit and underground mine optimisation; design; scheduling and life of mine planning
Talk to us about your projectMining Project Development Studies – Scoping; Pre-feasibility and Feasibility studies
We complete mining studies from conceptual/scoping level to detailed feasibility studies and implementation plans. Our experience also covers open-pit to underground transition. We can also provide the Lead Project Management role for a Feasibility study compilation.
Mining Project Development Studies – Scoping; Pre-feasibility and Feasibility studies
Talk to us about your projectAudit and review
We are continually exposed to modern industry practice and are able to form and consistently refine our views on best industry practice and can work with you to implement best industry practice at your operation. This can be a most cost-effective way to remove bottlenecks, reduce costs, introduce innovative efficiencies and develop more compliant systems.
Audit and review
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We have specialised expertise in in-pit crush and conveying (IPCC), trolley assist and underground materials handling amongst other technologies. Our focus is on completing initial screening, scoping and options studies to get you on the right path up front and then provide guidance during feasibility and execution to ensure your targeted outcomes are realised. - Mine Electrification Technology Screening.
Mine electrification technology screening
See brochureFinancial modelling
We develop complete financial models for all stages of project development including scoping, pre-feasibility and feasibility study and optimisation. Our comprehensive models will typically include physical schedule(s) and an ability to incorporate multiple cases.
Financial modelling
Talk to us about your projectInternationally recognised audit and evaluation system
We have developed an internationally recognised system for the audit and evaluation of Ore Reserve estimates and the assessment of compliance to JORC, SOX and other international standards. The system identifies the level of compliance to industry best-practice and provides a risk-based series of actions required to address the desired levels of compliance.
Internationally recognised audit and evaluation system
Talk to us about your projectDue diligence review
We can provide a complete range of due diligence services for both the seller and acquirer. Our range of due diligence reviews can be from a high level/fatal flaw type to a full in depth review covering all technical aspects (resources, reserves, mining, processing, logistics and administration) of a due diligence, as well as including full environmental, legal and financial due diligence.
Due diligence review
Talk to us about your projectIndependent Mining Engineering reports (ITRs)
We have written or co-authored a large number of independent technical reports over a variety of commodities and project locations for listing, valuation or M&A purposes. Our principals are able to provide clear, compliant, concise and well-written documents which offer value.
Independent Mining Engineering reports (ITRs)
Talk to us about your projectCP, QP and compliance public reporting
We have generated a wide range of reports for the world’s major markets and (e.g. JORC, SAMREC, NI 43-101, SEC/Sarbanes Oxley, ISO 18001) and are able to write, review or enhance your public reporting, making sure any compliance issues are dealt with.
CP, QP and compliance public reporting
Talk to us about your projectBoard strategic direction setting and support
We provide mining industry decision makers support in the establishment and management of business strategy. We offer strategic advice grounded on a solid understanding of the fundamental drivers of a successful mining business and our appreciation of the technical complications and commercial risks inherent in resource industry projects can help you find your way through the maze.
Board strategic direction setting and support
Talk to us about your projectOperational optimisation
With extensive knowledge of the resources industry worldwide, our qualified team provides an Operational Optimisation service as a staged solution – sustainably improving operational performance in mining operations.
Our team sees the success of operational optimisation as a “no nonsense” whole of business approach. Strategic sessions and integrated workshops are combined with out of the box thinking and a strong technical understanding of the challenge.
Our approach to Operational Optimisation is all about realising opportunities and implementing team programmes that are developed within the business. Once the opportunities are identified, the areas of influence are segmented into localised strategies:
- Development of operational strategies
- Quality improvement programmes
- Operational process improvement
- Sustainable operational improvement and implementation
- Sustainable organisational changes
Operational optimisation
Talk to us about your projectMeet our team
Our Mining Advisors help you to
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in your mining project, operation or investment
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Geology Advisory
Maximise the value of geology function and mineral resources within your company.
Corporate Advisory
Provide assistance to your team with identification, due diligence review, analysis, and more.
Professional Development
Gain the technical knowledge and skills you need to reach your potential.
Training by Snowden Optiro
Gain the technical knowledge and skills you need to reach your potential
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I Am Oscar Rondon.
With 18 years of mining consulting experience, I helped build and grow over 250 companies. In the constantly changing field of mining, it is my mission to provide individuals and organisations with the skills to master the critical tactics and strategies that will drive their business growth.
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