Mechanical Engineer - Open Cast Mining

The Recruiters; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm in South Africa is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with at least 10 years of experience in open cast mining. The successful candidate will work at a New Mining Operation close to Rustenburg, focusing on designing and selecting equipment for various mining processes. The role demands strong technical skills and compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 10 years experience in open cast mining environment.
• Strong relationships with DMRe and MHSa 1993.

Responsibilities

• Designing and selecting equipment for drilling, blasting, and earthmoving.
• Overseeing the installation and operation of conveyor systems.
• Developing maintenance schedules and procedures for mining equipment.
• Conducting regular inspections and maintenance of mechanical systems.
• Analyzing equipment performance data and identifying areas for improvement.
• Working with other engineers and technicians to solve technical problems.
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.

Skills

Open cast mining experience

Mechanical engineering

Technical problem-solving

Safety compliance

Education

Mechanical Engineer (MechEng) with Governmental Ticket (GCC)

Job description

Overview

Our Engineering Recruitment desk currently has a vacancy for a Mechanical Engineer. Our client is a multifaceted mining and commodity trading enterprise, primarily engaged in mining, processing ores, and distributing the resultant product to a vast international consumer base.

The successful candidate will be based fulltime on their New Mining Operation close to Rustenburg. Its for a Chrome Ore and PGE Open Pit Operation.

Requirements

Requirements :

• Qualifications : Mechanical Engineer (MechEng) with Governmental Ticket (GCC).
• 10 years experience in open cast mining environment.
• Solid relationships with DMRe and MHSa 1993.

Responsibilities in Open-Cast Mining

• Designing and selecting equipment for drilling, blasting, and earthmoving.
• Overseeing the installation and operation of conveyor systems.
• Developing maintenance schedules and procedures for mining equipment.
• Conducting regular inspections and maintenance of mechanical systems.
• Analyzing equipment performance data and identifying areas for improvement.
• Working with other engineers and technicians to solve technical problems.
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.