Mine Planning Engineer - Gold Extraction

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Life insurance

Training & development

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, seeks an experienced Mine Planning Engineer to lead the design and optimization of gold mine plans.

You will integrate geological data with operational constraints, develop short- and long-term plans, and collaborate with geology, survey, and operations teams to improve safety and productivity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mine planning with a focus on gold extraction.
• Proficiency with leading mine planning and design software packages.
• Solid understanding of open-pit or underground mining methods and their application.
• Experience in geological data interpretation and resource modeling integration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Knowledge of South African mining legislation and best practices.
• Ability to work effectively in both site and office environments.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed short-term and long-term mine plans for gold extraction.
• Create mine designs, including layouts, haul roads, and production areas, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Generate production schedules, considering geological data, equipment availability, and operational constraints.
• Utilize mine planning software (Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac) for modeling and optimization.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for proposed mine developments.
• Liaise with geological, survey, and operations teams to ensure alignment of plans.
• Monitor mine performance against planned targets and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations within mining.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation related to mine planning activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of mine planning processes and technologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant operator in the South African mining landscape, is seeking an experienced Mine Planning Engineer to join their established team in Klerksdorp, North West. This role is pivotal in developing and optimizing short-term and long-term mine plans for gold extraction operations, ensuring efficient resource utilization and safe working practices. You will be responsible for mine design, production scheduling, and the integration of geological data with operational constraints. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills in mine planning software and a deep understanding of underground or open-pit mining methods applicable to gold deposits. This position offers the chance to contribute to critical operational decisions, foster innovation in planning processes, and work within a supportive environment focused on safety and productivity in the Klerksdorp region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed short-term and long-term mine plans for gold extraction.
• Create mine designs, including layouts, haul roads, and production areas, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Generate production schedules, considering geological data, equipment availability, and operational constraints.
• Utilize mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac) for modeling and optimization.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for proposed mine developments.
• Liaise with geological, survey, and operations teams to ensure alignment of plans.
• Monitor mine performance against planned targets and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations within the mining sector.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation related to mine planning activities.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of mine planning processes and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mine planning, with a focus on gold extraction.
• Proficiency with leading mine planning and design software packages.
• Solid understanding of open-pit or underground mining methods and their application.
• Experience in geological data interpretation and resource modeling integration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Knowledge of relevant South African mining legislation and best practices.
• Ability to work effectively in both a site and office environment.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, including performance incentives, commensurate with experience.
• Benefits include comprehensive medical aid, a provident fund, and life insurance.
• We provide generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development, including training courses and conference attendance.
• The hybrid work arrangement allows for flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration in Klerksdorp, North West .