Lead Mining Ventilation Engineer - Underground Safety

Placements24; Willows (CA); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 91.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Relocation assistance to Welkom

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mining Ventilation Engineer to oversee underground ventilation networks near Welkom and optimize air quality, temperature, and pressure. You will design, implement, and monitor dust control, gas monitoring, and venting systems to support safe and efficient operations.

The role requires extensive experience in underground mine ventilation, strong leadership, and collaboration with planning, operations, and safety teams.

Formación

• BEng or BSc in Mining or Mechanical Engineering with ventilation specialization.
• 8+ years in mining ventilation, mainly underground.
• Proficiency in ventilation design, airflow calculations, and network analysis.
• Experience with Ventsim, Strata, and GOLDSIM.
• Knowledge of thermodynamics and air quality management in underground environments.
• Dust control experience; strong analytical and leadership skills.
• Professional registration (Pr.Eng) desirable.
• Willingness to work on-site in Welkom and travel to underground locations.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and optimize underground mine ventilation networks to meet air quality and thermal standards.
• Perform airflow modeling and simulations using ventilation software.
• Implement and manage dust suppression and control measures.
• Oversee installation, maintenance, and monitoring of ventilation systems and fans.
• Develop plans for gas monitoring and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct site inspections and audits of ventilation systems.
• Investigate ventilation issues and propose solutions.
• Collaborate with planning, operations, and safety teams to integrate ventilation strategies.
• Supervise and mentor ventilation engineers and technicians.
• Ensure ventilation activities comply with South African mining regulations.

Conocimientos

Ventilation design

Airflow calculations

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Educación

BEng/BSc in Mining or Mechanical Eng (ventilation)

Herramientas

Ventsim

Strata

GOLDSIM

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a respected mining group, is actively searching for a Lead Mining Ventilation Engineer to oversee and enhance ventilation systems for their extensive underground operations near **Welkom**. This critical role focuses on ensuring a safe and healthy working environment by managing air quality, temperature, and pressure within the mine. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and optimization of ventilation networks, dust suppression, and gas monitoring systems. This is an excellent opportunity to make a substantial impact on operational safety and efficiency in the **Free State** province, contributing to the responsible mining practices in **South Africa**. We are committed to fostering a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize underground mine ventilation networks to meet air quality and thermal comfort standards.
• Conduct airflow modeling and simulations using specialized ventilation software (e.g., Ventsim, Strata).
• Implement and manage dust suppression and control measures to minimize airborne particulate matter.
• Oversee the installation, maintenance, and performance monitoring of ventilation fans, ducting, and auxiliary systems.
• Develop and execute plans for gas monitoring and management, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits of ventilation systems and practices.
• Investigate ventilation-related issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Collaborate with mine planning, operations, and safety departments to integrate ventilation strategies.
• Supervise and mentor a team of ventilation engineers and technicians.
• Ensure all ventilation activities comply with relevant **South African** mining regulations and industry best practices.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in ventilation.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in mining ventilation engineering, with a significant portion in underground operations.
• Proven expertise in mine ventilation design principles, airflow calculations, and network analysis.
• Proficiency with ventilation modeling software (e.g., Ventsim, Strata, GOLDSIM).
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and air quality management in underground environments.
• Experience with dust control technologies and strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Professional registration (e.g., Pr.Eng) is highly desirable.
• Willingness to work on-site in **Welkom** and potentially travel to various underground locations.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, and a performance-based bonus program.
• Employees also have access to a substantial retirement fund, ongoing professional development, and relocation assistance to **Welkom**.
• We are committed to a safe, healthy, and productive work environment, providing significant career advancement opportunities within **Free State** and the broader **South African** mining sector.