Chief Underground Mine Engineer — Lead Safe Operations

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical aid

Pension fund

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Chief Mine Engineer for our client’s underground operations in Pretoria, Gauteng. You will lead mine planning, production, and safety programs, driving efficiency and cost control while upholding the highest safety standards.

The role demands a strategic leader with 15+ years of underground mining experience and strong expertise in Deswik, Vulcan, and Surpac, reporting to the senior management team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or master's in Mining Engineering from an accredited program.
• At least 15 years in underground mining with 7+ in leadership.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale underground projects.
• Pr.Eng designation desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term and short-term underground mine plans.
• Oversee drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, and ground support.
• Lead the mine engineering team with mentorship and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and manage the operating budget and cost control.
• Evaluate and implement new mining technologies for productivity.
• Collaborate with geology, metallurgy, and maintenance teams to optimize performance.
• Conduct inspections and risk assessments; report to senior management.

Skills

Mine planning software

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Safety leadership

Budget management

Education

BSc/BEng in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Production management systems

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Chief Mine Engineer for our client’s underground operations in Pretoria, Gauteng. You will lead mine planning, production, and safety programs, driving efficiency and cost control while upholding the highest safety standards.

The role demands a strategic leader with 15+ years of underground mining experience and strong expertise in Deswik, Vulcan, and Surpac, reporting to the senior management team.