Lead Mine Ventilation Engineer | High-Impact, Senior Roles

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Generous leave entitlements

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mine Ventilation Engineer for a mining client in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will design, implement and optimise ventilation systems for underground and surface operations, ensuring safe air quality, energy efficiency and regulatory compliance.

You will lead a team of engineers and technicians, mentor staff, review plans, conduct CFD and air quality studies, and manage large ventilation projects with a focus on cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related with mine ventilation specialization.
• 10+ years of progressive mine ventilation experience, especially underground.
• Proven CFD modelling experience (Ventsim, MinesPC, Surpac) for ventilation networks.
• Strong understanding of thermal effects in deep mines and cooling tech.
• In-depth knowledge of mine air quality management (dust, gas detection).
• Experience managing large ventilation projects and CAPEX programs.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to manage teams and stakeholders.
• Professional registration with ECSA or equivalent preferred.
• Familiarity with South African mining regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and approve ventilation plans for underground and surface mining.
• Conduct air quality, thermal environment, and dust/gas dispersion studies using modelling tools.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and maintenance of ventilation infrastructure.
• Provide technical guidance to management and operations on ventilation matters.
• Develop strategies to optimise ventilation efficiency, energy use, and cost.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to ensure standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of ventilation engineers and technicians.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Contribute to company standards and best practices for ventilation engineering.

Skills

Mine ventilation design

CFD modelling

Ventilation network analysis

Leadership

Project management

Team mentoring

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Ventsim

MinesPC

Surpac

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mine Ventilation Engineer for a mining client in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will design, implement and optimise ventilation systems for underground and surface operations, ensuring safe air quality, energy efficiency and regulatory compliance.

You will lead a team of engineers and technicians, mentor staff, review plans, conduct CFD and air quality studies, and manage large ventilation projects with a focus on cost-effectiveness.