Mine Ventilation Engineer - Queenstown Projects

Placements24; O Mente; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

On-site accommodation

Travel allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Mine Ventilation Engineer to support underground operations in the Queenstown region. You will design and monitor ventilation networks, ensuring air quality, temperature, and pressure meet safety standards.

The role requires a Mining Engineering degree with ventilation specialization and at least four years of underground experience, plus proficiency with Ventsim or VentGraph. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and career progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering with a specialization in Ventilation, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in mine ventilation engineering, preferably in underground operations.
• Proficiency with mine ventilation modeling software (e.g., Ventsim, VentGraph).
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer as applied to mining.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations pertaining to mine environments.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities, with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize mine ventilation networks to ensure adequate airflow and environmental conditions.
• Conduct air quality monitoring and modeling to assess dust, gas, and thermal hazards.
• Develop and manage ventilation surveys, ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
• Specify and oversee the installation and maintenance of ventilation equipment, including fans and ducting.
• Collaborate with mine planning and operations teams to integrate ventilation strategies into mine design.
• Prepare technical reports on ventilation performance, risks, and recommendations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering (Ventilation)

Tools

Ventsim

VentGraph

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a qualified Mine Ventilation Engineer to join their team supporting operations in the Queenstown region. This role is fundamental to ensuring a safe and healthy working environment underground by managing air quality, temperature, and pressure. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring mine ventilation systems, ensuring they meet regulatory standards and operational requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in ventilation principles, combined with practical experience in underground mine environments and a commitment to safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize mine ventilation networks to ensure adequate airflow and environmental conditions.
• Conduct air quality monitoring and modeling to assess dust, gas, and thermal hazards.
• Develop and manage ventilation surveys, ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
• Specify and oversee the installation and maintenance of ventilation equipment, including fans and ducting.
• Collaborate with mine planning and operations teams to integrate ventilation strategies into mine design.
• Prepare technical reports on ventilation performance, risks, and recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering with a specialization in Ventilation, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in mine ventilation engineering, preferably in underground operations.
• Proficiency with mine ventilation modeling software (e.g., Ventsim, VentGraph).
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer as applied to mining.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations pertaining to mine environments.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities, with strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• On-site accommodation or travel allowance provided.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within the mining sector.
• A strong safety-first culture and supportive team environment.