Mine Planning Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote planning options

Health & wellness programs

Generous leave policy

Professional development opportunities

Shape major mining operations

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Mine Planning Engineer to join our client’s team near Vereeniging. You will develop short-, medium-, and long-term mine plans ensuring safe, cost-effective extraction while meeting regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Mining Engineering, has 8+ years in mine planning and design, and is proficient with Deswik, Vulcan, or Surpac. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or closely related field.
• 8+ years of experience in mine planning and design.
• Proficiency with Deswik, Vulcan or Surpac.
• Strong understanding of geology, geomechanics, and economic evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated short-, medium-, and long-term mine plans using advanced mine planning software.
• Collaborate with geologists to interpret resource models and convert them into mineable reserves.
• Design pit layouts, haul roads, and scheduling for open-pit or underground operations.
• Optimize mine sequencing and production schedules to maximize value and efficiency.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new mining projects or expansions.
• Ensure all mine plans comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Mine planning expertise

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and experienced Mine Planning Engineer to join their team, with a primary focus on operations near Vereeniging. You will be responsible for developing short, medium, and long-term mine plans that ensure safe, efficient, and economic extraction of resources. This role requires advanced knowledge of mine design software, geological interpretation, and production scheduling. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with operations, geology, and engineering departments to deliver optimized mining plans that align with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated short, medium, and long-term mine plans using advanced mine planning software.
• Collaborate with geologists to interpret resource models and convert them into mineable reserves.
• Design pit layouts, haul roads, and scheduling for open-pit or underground operations.
• Optimize mine sequencing and production schedules to maximize economic value and operational efficiency.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new mining projects or expansions.
• Ensure all mine plans comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in mine planning and design, preferably in the relevant commodity sector.
• Expert proficiency with mine planning software such as Deswik, Vulcan, or Surpac.
• Strong understanding of mine geology, geomechanics, and economic evaluation principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on practical application.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information effectively to diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options for planning activities.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Generous leave policy and professional development opportunities.
• A key role in shaping the future of significant mining operations.