Lead Mine Planning Engineer - Underground Operations

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Relocation assistance

Exposure to state-of-the-art mining 기술

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mine Planning Engineer for underground operations near Rustenburg, North West. You will oversee design, scheduling, and optimization of mine plans and lead a team of planning engineers.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mining Engineering, 8+ years underground planning experience, and strong leadership, budgeting and software skills (Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering required.
• Minimum 8 years of underground mine planning experience.
• Experience leading planning teams and budgeting/financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage short-, medium-, and long-term mine plans.
• Design underground layouts including access routes and stope geometry.
• Optimize sequencing and scheduling to maximize ore recovery and minimize costs.
• Lead and mentor a team of planning engineers and technicians.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Analysis

Communication

Decision-making

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major diversified mining group, is seeking a highly skilled Lead Mine Planning Engineer to oversee all aspects of underground mine design and planning for their operations near Rustenburg, North West . This critical role requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in optimizing mine layouts, production schedules, and resource utilization for complex underground mining environments. You will lead a team of planning engineers, collaborating closely with site operations, geology, and technical services to ensure safe, efficient, and economically viable mining plans. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of various underground mining methods and a proven ability to implement innovative planning solutions. We are committed to fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence, making this a significant opportunity for career growth within a leading mining organization. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring the long-term sustainability and profitability of our Rustenburg -based operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage short-term, medium-term, and long-term mine plans.
• Oversee the design of underground mine layouts, including access routes, stopes, and infrastructure.
• Optimize production sequencing and scheduling to maximize ore recovery and minimize costs.
• Conduct mine design reviews and feasibility studies for new development areas.
• Collaborate with the geology team to ensure accurate resource modeling and reconciliation.
• Work closely with operations to implement plans effectively and provide technical support.
• Supervise and mentor a team of mine planning engineers and technicians.
• Ensure all mine planning activities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Utilize advanced mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac) for modeling and scheduling.
• Contribute to the development of mine budgeting and capital expenditure planning.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in mine planning, with a substantial focus on underground mining operations.
• Demonstrated experience in leading mine planning teams.
• Proficiency in industry-standard mine planning and design software.
• Strong understanding of various underground mining methods (e.g., cut and fill, shrinkage, narrow reef).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in budgeting and financial analysis related to mine planning.
• Must be legally entitled to work in South Africa and willing to relocate/reside near Rustenburg .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• A challenging and rewarding role within a reputable mining organization.
• Exposure to state-of-the-art mining technologies and practices.