Junior Mining Engineer - Plan, Optimize & Deliver Safely

Anglo American Platinum; Alice, Sandton; On-site; ZAR 312,000 - 614,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid Coverage

Pension Fund Contributions

Annual Performance Bonuses

Housing or Travel Assistance

Paid Annual Leave

Professional Membership Support

Employee Wellness Programs

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Anglo American Platinum is seeking a Mining Engineer to join our Johannesburg team, supporting mining operations, improving production efficiency, and contributing to safe and sustainable resource extraction. This early-career opportunity is ideal for professionals with 1–3 years of experience in mining engineering.

The role involves mine planning, production scheduling, drilling and blasting oversight, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure safety and regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering, Mining Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Mineral Resources Engineering, or related discipline.
• 1-3 years of practical mining or industrial engineering experience.
• Understanding of underground and open-pit mining operations.
• Knowledge of mine planning software and engineering systems.
• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in operational mining environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in mine planning and production scheduling activities.
• Analyze mining operations and recommend productivity improvements.
• Monitor drilling, blasting, and extraction processes.
• Support mine safety initiatives and compliance programs.
• Conduct geological and operational assessments.
• Prepare technical reports, mine layouts, and engineering documentation.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, and environmental teams.
• Monitor equipment utilization and operational efficiency.
• Participate in risk assessments and hazard identification programs.
• Assist in implementing cost-control and resource optimization initiatives.
• Support sustainable mining and environmental management practices.
• Ensure adherence to mining regulations and company standards.

Skills

Mine Planning

Production Engineering

Mining Operations

Resource Management

Geotechnical Analysis

Mineral Extraction

Risk Assessment

Project Management

Engineering Design

Operational Efficiency

Safety Compliance

Data Analysis

Process Improvement

Environmental Management

Technical Reporting

Education

Mining Engineering degree (BEng)

Job description

Anglo American Platinum is seeking a Mining Engineer to join our Johannesburg team, supporting mining operations, improving production efficiency, and contributing to safe and sustainable resource extraction. This early-career opportunity is ideal for professionals with 1–3 years of experience in mining engineering.

The role involves mine planning, production scheduling, drilling and blasting oversight, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure safety and regulatory compliance