Lead Mining Engineer - Platinum Group Metals

Placements24; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Executive salary package

Medical & dental coverage

Robust retirement fund

Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mining Engineer for a major PGM operation in Rustenburg, North West. You will oversee underground and open-pit mining, optimize safety, efficiency and profitability, and guide technical direction for the mine.

A strategic thinker will lead engineers, surveyors and staff and ensure best practices across planning and execution. We require a Bachelor's in Mining Engineering with 10+ years in mining, including 5+ in senior roles, registration as Pr Eng, and hands-on

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years of mining operations experience with at least 5 years in a senior/lead role.
• Extensive PGM mining experience, ideally in the Rustenburg area.
• Proficient with mine planning software: Deswik, Ventsim, Vulcan.
• Professional registration (Pr Eng) with ECSA is required.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to manage large technical teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement comprehensive mining plans and production schedules.
• Supervise and manage a team of mining engineers, surveyors, and technical staff.
• Ensure adherence to HSE regulations and company policies.
• Optimize mine design, ventilation, ground support and planning processes.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to monitor performance and identify improvements.
• Evaluate and adopt new mining technologies and equipment for productivity.
• Manage mining contracts, procurement, and resource allocation.
• Prepare mining reports, feasibility studies and CAPEX proposals.
• Collaborate with geologists, metallurgists and other specialists for resource recovery.
• Foster safety and continuous improvement within the mining department.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Decision-making

Team management

Safety-conscious

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Pr Eng registered with ECSA

Herramientas

Deswik

Ventsim

Vulcan

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

A major mining operation in Rustenburg, North West , is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Mining Engineer to oversee its extensive platinum group metals (PGM) extraction activities. This leadership role demands a strategic thinker capable of optimizing mining operations for safety, efficiency, and profitability. You will be responsible for the technical direction of the mine, ensuring the implementation of best practices in underground and open-pit mining methodologies. This is a critical position within a company committed to responsible resource extraction and technological innovation in the mining sector of North West province. The role is based in the heart of South Africa's PGM mining region, offering direct impact and significant responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive mining plans and production schedules.
• Supervise and manage a team of mining engineers, surveyors, and technical staff.
• Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations and company policies.
• Optimize mine design, ventilation, ground support, and mine planning processes.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to monitor operational performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Evaluate and recommend new mining technologies and equipment to enhance productivity.
• Manage mining contracts, equipment procurement, and resource allocation.
• Prepare detailed mining reports, feasibility studies, and capital expenditure proposals.
• Collaborate with metallurgists, geologists, and other specialists to ensure efficient resource recovery.
• Foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence within the mining department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mining operations, with at least 5 years in a senior or lead engineering role.
• Extensive experience with PGM mining operations, preferably in the Rustenburg area.
• Proficiency in mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Ventsim, Vulcan).
• Strong understanding of underground mining methods, ground control, and ventilation systems.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience managing large technical teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Professional registration (Pr Eng) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) is required.
• Commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety and environmental stewardship.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a demanding operational environment in North West .

Benefits

• Our client offers an attractive executive salary package, comprehensive medical and dental coverage, a robust retirement fund, and performance-based incentives.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development within a global mining leader are available.
• The company provides a dynamic work environment with access to state-of-the- art technology and a strong commitment to employee well-being and community engagement.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates moving to Rustenburg is provided.
• Join a team that is shaping the future of mining in South Africa .