Mine Planning and Design Specialist

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Mine Planning and Design Specialist to join the Richards Bay team. Develop long- and short-term mine plans ensuring safety and economic viability while leveraging advanced planning software.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in mine planning, proficiency in Deswik, Vulcan or Leapfrog, and strong knowledge of geological modeling, reserve estimation, and multi-disciplinary collaboration to optimize asset value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of mine planning and design experience, with a strong project portfolio.
• Proficiency with industry-standard mine planning software packages (Deswik, Vulcan, Leapfrog).
• Strong understanding of geological modeling, reserve estimation, and mine economics.
• Experience with open-pit and/or underground mining methods.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term and short-term mine plans balancing economic and technical factors.
• Create detailed mine designs, optimizing pit limits, haul roads and infrastructure.
• Use Deswik/Vulcan/Leapfrog for geological modeling, reserve estimation and layout.
• Collaborate with geological teams to integrate exploration data and update models.
• Work with operations to ensure plans are practical, safe and achievable.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations of mining projects or expansions.

Skills

Analytical & problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Leapfrog

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and forward-thinking Mine Planning and Design Specialist to join their strategic team based in Richards Bay. This role is pivotal in developing long-term and short-term mine plans that optimize resource extraction while ensuring economic viability and operational safety. You will work with advanced mine planning software and collaborate closely with exploration, operations, and technical services teams. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of geological data, mining methods, and production scheduling to maximize asset value and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive mine plans, including long-term strategic plans and short-term production schedules, considering economic and technical factors.
• Create detailed mine designs, optimizing pit limits, haul roads, and other mine infrastructure.
• Utilize mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Leapfrog) for geological modeling, reserve estimation, and mine layout.
• Collaborate with geological teams to integrate exploration data and update resource models.
• Work closely with operations to ensure plans are practical, safe, and achievable.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations of potential mining projects or expansions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in mine planning and design, with a strong portfolio of successful projects.
• Proficiency in industry-standard mine planning software packages.
• Solid understanding of geological modeling, reserve estimation, and mine economics.
• Experience with various mining methods (open-pit and/or underground).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and bonus structure linked to project success.
• Contribution to provident fund and comprehensive medical coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development and attendance at industry conferences.
• Access to state-of-the-art planning software and technology.
• Key role in shaping the strategic direction of mining operations in Richards Bay.