Mine Planning Engineer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 near Rustenburg is seeking a Mine Planning Engineer to lead short- and long-term planning, design open pits and underground workings, and optimize material movement using Deswik or Vulcan. This hybrid role collaborates with survey, geology, and production teams to translate geological models into actionable plans.

The ideal candidate has a degree in mining engineering, 6+ years in mine planning, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
• 6+ years of mine planning and design experience.
• Experience with Deswik, Vulcan, or similar software.
• Strong analytical and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update short-term and long-term mine production plans.
• Design mine layouts for open pits, underground workings, and access routes.
• Utilize mine planning software to optimize material movement and equipment utilization.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic assessments for mine expansion projects.
• Collaborate with geology to define resource and reserve.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in North West province.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Mine Planning Engineer to contribute to their flagship operations near Rustenburg. This hybrid role involves strategic short-term and long-term planning, optimizing mine design to maximize resource recovery and operational efficiency while ensuring the highest safety standards. You will collaborate closely with survey, geology, and production teams to translate geological models into actionable mine plans. This position is ideal for a forward-thinking engineer eager to make a significant impact on operational success in a challenging and rewarding mining environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and update short-term and long-term mine production plans.
• Design mine layouts, including open pits, underground workings, and access routes.
• Utilize mine planning software to optimize material movement and equipment utilization.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic assessments for mine expansion projects.
• Collaborate with the geology department for accurate resource and reserve definition.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations in North West province.

Requirements

• Degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mine planning and design, preferably in underground or open-pit mining .
• Proficiency with mine planning software such as Deswik, Vulcan, or similar.
• Strong understanding of mining methods, equipment capabilities, and operational constraints.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a hybrid work model .

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Access to advanced mine planning technologies and training.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a leading mining company .