Mine Planning Engineer - Junior

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid system

Provident fund

Structured training program

Mentorship and career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Mine Planning Engineer to support mining operations in the Mahikeng area. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in mine design, scheduling, and production planning under guidance of senior engineers.

You will help develop short- and long-term mine plans, analyze data, and contribute to safe, efficient operations. A BEng or BSc in Mining Engineering and a willingness to learn are essential; internships or projects are welcome.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; internships or relevant projects welcomed.
• Familiarity with mine planning concepts and software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and updating of short-term and long-term mine plans.
• Prepare production schedules and optimize resource allocation.
• Conduct basic geological and operational data analysis.
• Support creation of mine design layouts and sequences.
• Assist with volumetric calculations and reporting.
• Help monitor and track mine production against planned targets.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

BEng in Mining Engineering

BSc in Mining Engineering

Tools

Vulcan

Deswik

Surpac

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated Junior Mine Planning Engineer to support their mining operations in the Mahikeng area. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in mine design, scheduling, and production planning under the guidance of senior engineers. You will assist in developing short-term and long-term mine plans, conduct basic analyses, and contribute to the overall efficiency and safety of the mining process. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses strong analytical skills, and is passionate about a career in mine engineering within the South African mining sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and updating of short-term and long-term mine plans.
• Prepare production schedules and optimize resource allocation.
• Conduct basic geological and operational data analysis.
• Support the creation of mine design layouts and sequences.
• Assist with volumetric calculations and reporting.
• Help monitor and track mine production against planned targets.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Mining Engineering.
• Limited or no prior professional experience required; internships or relevant projects are a plus.
• Familiarity with mine planning software concepts (e.g., Vulcan, Deswik, Surpac).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good understanding of basic mining principles.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund.
• Structured training program and mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Potential for career growth within the organization.
• A dynamic work environment focused on learning and development.