Mine Planner

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and pension

Professional development

Hybrid working model

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Mine Planner near Mahikeng to develop and optimize short- and long-term mine plans, ensuring safe operations and efficient resource extraction.

Responsibilities include creating detailed production schedules, optimizing layouts, and coordinating with engineers and geologists. The role supports a hybrid work model, balancing on-site planning with remote data analysis.

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Mining Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of mine planning and design experience.
• Proficiency with Deswik, MineSight, or Vulcan software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated mine plans and production schedules.
• Optimize mine designs and sequencing for efficient material movement.
• Conduct reserve modeling and grade control analysis.
• Collaborate with engineers, geologists, and operations teams to implement plans.
• Monitor plan execution and adjust for site conditions.
• Prepare reports on production performance and planning outcomes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Hybrid work capability

Problem-solving

Education

Mining Engineering degree

Tools

Deswik

MineSight

Vulcan

Job description

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Our client is seeking a skilled Mine Planner to support their operations near Mahikeng . This role is essential for developing and optimizing short-term and long-term mine plans to ensure efficient and safe resource extraction. You will be responsible for creating detailed production schedules, optimizing mine layouts, and coordinating with various departments to meet operational targets. The position involves a hybrid work model, combining on-site planning sessions with remote data analysis and report generation, offering a balanced approach to strategic mine planning within the mining industry .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated mine plans and production schedules.


• Optimize mine designs and sequences for efficient material movement and resource recovery.


• Conduct reserve modeling and grade control analysis.


• Collaborate with operational teams, engineers, and geologists to implement plans.


• Monitor plan execution and make necessary adjustments based on site conditions.


• Prepare reports on production performance and planning outcomes.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.


• 4+ years of experience in mine planning and design.


• Proficiency with mine planning software such as Deswik, MineSight, or Vulcan.


• Strong understanding of mining methods, geology, and operational constraints.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing site visits with remote work.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual incentive scheme.


• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund.


• Support for professional development and further education.


• Opportunity to contribute to key decisions in a growing mining company.


• Flexible working arrangements under the hybrid model.

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