Lead Mine Planning and Design Engineer

Placements24; Rustenburg; In loco; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.400.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Relocation assistance

Career development

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mine Planning and Design Engineer for its Rustenburg, North West operations. The role leads a team responsible for strategic planning and detailed design of mining operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance.

You will drive long-term viability through advanced modeling, collaborate with multiple departments, and deliver optimized production plans with strong leadership and technical oversight.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years experience in mine planning and design, surface or underground.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a technical team.

Mansioni

• Develop long-, medium-, and short-term mine plans and schedules.
• Oversee detailed open pit/underground mine designs (access, haulage, pit walls, stopes).
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for projects.
• Use mine planning software to optimize designs and production plans.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers and technicians.
• Collaborate with geology, geotechnical, operations and processing teams.
• Ensure designs comply with health, safety, environmental and regulatory standards.
• Develop best practices in mine planning and design and drive efficiency/cost savings.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Monitor performance against plan and adjust to optimize production and costs.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Strumenti

Deswik

MinePlan

Surpac

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leading entity in the mining industry, is seeking an accomplished Lead Mine Planning and Design Engineer to join their prestigious operations in Rustenburg, North West. This senior position is responsible for the strategic planning and detailed design of mining operations, ensuring optimal resource utilization, operational efficiency, and adherence to safety and environmental standards. The successful candidate will lead a team of engineers, providing technical direction and oversight for all mine planning activities, from conceptual studies through to detailed short-term production planning. This role is critical for long-term mine viability and profitability. You will be involved in groundbreaking projects, utilizing advanced modeling techniques and collaborating with various departments to achieve ambitious operational goals. Your expertise will directly influence the success and sustainability of our client's mining ventures.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain long-term, medium-term, and short-term mine plans and schedules, incorporating geological data, operational constraints, and economic factors.
• Oversee the detailed design of open pit or underground mine layouts, including access roads, haulage routes, pit walls, and stope designs.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new projects and mine expansions.
• Utilize mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, MinePlan, Surpac) to create and optimize mine designs and production plans.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to mine planning engineers and technicians.
• Collaborate closely with geological, geotechnical, operations, and processing teams to ensure integrated and efficient mine planning.
• Ensure mine designs comply with all relevant health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement best practices in mine planning and design, driving continuous improvement in efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for management and stakeholders.
• Monitor mine performance against plan and provide recommendations for adjustments to optimize production and minimize costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in mine planning and design, preferably with a focus on surface or underground mining operations.
• Demonstrated expertise in using advanced mine planning and modeling software packages.
• Strong understanding of mining methods, mine economics, geology, and geotechnical principles.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team of technical professionals.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience in project management and stakeholder engagement.
• Professional Engineer (Pr.Eng) registration or eligibility is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of blast design and mine surveying principles is beneficial.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund contributions, and significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• This role provides exposure to large-scale mining projects and the chance to shape operational strategies.
• The company fosters a collaborative and safety-conscious work environment.
• Relocation assistance may be available for the successful candidate.