Mine Planner

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Comprehensive medical and retirement

Performance-related bonus structure

Professional development and career进

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Planner in Port Elizabeth to develop and optimize short-term and long-term mine plans that maximize resource extraction while ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

You will work with geology and engineering teams to translate models into viable production schedules, using Deswik, Vulcan, or Surpac, and adapt plans as conditions change in a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mine planning and design.
• Proficiency in Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac.
• Solid understanding of open-pit or underground mining methods and their planning requirements.
• Experience in resource estimation and geostatistical concepts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, adaptable for remote collaboration from Port Elizabeth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update integrated mine plans, including open-pit or underground designs, considering geological data and operational constraints.
• Generate optimized production schedules, sequencing, and phasing for mine development and extraction activities.
• Utilize mine planning software (Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac) to create 3D models, design pits/panels, and generate cut/fill plans.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for various mining scenarios.
• Collaborate with mining engineers, geologists, and surveyors to ensure plans are practical and achievable.
• Monitor plan adherence and revise schedules as necessary based on operational performance and geological changes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Mine Planner to join their operations in Port Elizabeth . This role is critical for developing short-term and long-term mine plans that optimize resource extraction, ensure operational efficiency, and adhere to safety and environmental standards. You will work closely with geological and engineering teams to translate resource models into viable production schedules, utilizing advanced mine planning software. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of mining methods, and the ability to create practical, effective plans in a dynamic mining environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and update integrated mine plans, including open-pit or underground designs, considering geological data and operational constraints.
• Generate optimized production schedules, sequencing, and phasing for mine development and extraction activities.
• Utilize mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac) to create 3D models, design pits/panels, and generate cut/fill plans.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for various mining scenarios.
• Collaborate with mining engineers, geologists, and surveyors to ensure plans are practical and achievable.
• Monitor plan adherence and revise schedules as necessary based on operational performance and geological changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mine planning and design.
• Proficiency in industry-standard mine planning and modeling software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac).
• Solid understanding of open-pit or underground mining methods and their associated planning requirements.
• Experience in resource estimation and geostatistical concepts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, adaptable for remote collaboration from Port Elizabeth .

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Performance-related bonus structure.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Flexible working conditions, including hybrid options, supporting work-life balance.