Senior Mine Planning Officer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 96.000 - 138.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary and bonus potential

Medical aid and retirement fund

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mine Planning Officer for operations in Queenstown. The role focuses on strategic and tactical mine planning, balancing safety, environment, and profitability. Hybrid work splits time between site and remote analytical tasks.

The candidate will develop short- and medium-term plans, integrate geological models, and coordinate with geologists and operations to meet production targets. Strong software proficiency and communication are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mine planning and operations, focusing on short- to medium-term planning.
• Proficiency in Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac for detailed mine layouts and plans.
• Strong understanding of open-pit and/or underground mining methods.
• Solid grasp of geological interpretation in mine planning.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective communication for collaboration with geologists and operations teams.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment balancing site responsibilities with remote tasks.

Aufgaben

• Develop and maintain short-term (daily, weekly) and medium-term (monthly, quarterly) mine production plans.
• Use Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac to create detailed mine layouts, schedules, and ore control plans.
• Collaborate with geologists to interpret models and integrate them into plans.
• Work with operations teams to ensure plans are practical and meet production targets.
• Monitor progress, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in optimizing mine designs, pit slopes, and underground layouts.
• Prepare reports on mining progress, resource utilization, and forecasts.
• Ensure plans comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in mine planning reviews and technical meetings.
• Support life-of-mine planning as needed.

Kenntnisse

Mine planning

Analytical skills

Communication

Hybrid work

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a prominent mining corporation, is seeking a diligent and experienced Senior Mine Planning Officer to join their operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role is integral to the strategic and tactical planning of mining activities, ensuring efficient resource extraction while maintaining stringent safety and environmental standards. Operating under a hybrid model, you will split your time between the operational site and remote work, allowing for both hands‑on involvement and focused analytical tasks. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of mine planning software and methodologies for both open‑pit and underground operations. You will be responsible for developing and updating short‑term and medium‑term mine plans, coordinating with geological and operational teams, and ensuring production targets are met. This position requires strong analytical capabilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to translate geological data into practical mining plans. Your expertise will be crucial in optimizing mine layouts, production sequences, and resource utilization for maximum efficiency and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain short-term (daily, weekly) and medium-term (monthly, quarterly) mine production plans.
• Utilize mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac) to create detailed mine layouts, schedules, and ore control plans.
• Collaborate closely with geologists to interpret geological models and integrate them into mine plans.
• Work with operations teams to ensure plans are practical, achievable, and aligned with production targets.
• Monitor progress against plans, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in optimizing mine designs, pit slopes, and underground layouts.
• Prepare reports on mining progress, resource utilization, and production forecasts.
• Ensure mine plans comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in mine planning reviews and technical meetings.
• Support the development of life‑of‑mine plans as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mine planning and operations, with a focus on short to medium-term planning.
• Proficiency in industry-standard mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac).
• Strong understanding of open‑pit and/or underground mining methods.
• Solid grasp of geological interpretation and its application in mine planning.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with various teams.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing site responsibilities with remote analytical tasks.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, a performance-based bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• The hybrid work arrangement provides a flexible work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training are available to support career growth.
• This role offers the chance to work on significant mining projects and advance within a reputable mining organization committed to operational excellence and innovation.