Mine Planning Engineer – Open Pit Operations

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Mine Planning Engineer to drive the open pit planning cycle in Gauteng. You will develop short-, medium-, and long-term plans, design pit layouts, and optimize sequences with geotechnical and environmental constraints.

Collaboration with production, geology, and surveying teams is essential to achieve production targets. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, rigorous feasibility work, and adherence to safety protocols, offering opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years in mine planning, with open pit focus.
• Proficiency in Deswik, Vulcan or MinePlan for design and scheduling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for interpreting data.
• Experience with resource modeling and reserve estimation.

Responsibilities

• Develop short-, medium-, and long-term mine production plans.
• Create and optimize pit designs, haul roads, and waste dumps.
• Schedule sequencing to meet targets with constraints.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations.
• Prepare reports on planning activities and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with mining regulations and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with geotechnical and geological teams.
• Monitor performance and implement corrective actions.
• Report on production forecasts and resource utilization.

Skills

Mine planning

Open pit mining

Analytical

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

MinePlan

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a talented and experienced Mine Planning Engineer to join their operations based in Tembisa, Gauteng. This vital role will involve the strategic planning and scheduling of open pit mining activities, ensuring efficient resource utilization, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset and a deep understanding of mine planning software and methodologies. You will be responsible for developing short-term, medium-term, and long-term mine plans that align with the company's production targets and economic objectives. This position requires a collaborative spirit, as you will work closely with production teams, geologists, surveyors, and other engineers to achieve operational excellence. Our client is committed to innovation and sustainable mining practices, providing an excellent platform for professional growth in the heart of Gauteng's mining landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed short-term, medium-term, and long-term mine production plans.
• Create and optimize mine designs, including pit shells, haul roads, and waste dumps.
• Perform mine sequencing and scheduling to meet production targets while considering geotechnical and environmental constraints.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for mine expansion projects.
• Utilize mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, MinePlan) for design and scheduling.
• Monitor operational performance against planned targets and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with geotechnical engineers to incorporate stability assessments into plans.
• Work with geologists to ensure optimal ore body extraction.
• Prepare reports on mine planning activities, production forecasts, and resource utilization.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant mining regulations and safety protocols.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in mine planning, with a significant focus on open pit operations.
• Proficiency in industry-standard mine planning and scheduling software such as Deswik, Vulcan, or MinePlan.
• Solid understanding of open pit mining methods, equipment capabilities, and production constraints.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret geological and survey data.
• Experience with resource modeling and reserve estimation principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with diverse teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of blast design and its impact on mine planning is a plus.
• Located in or willing to relocate to the vicinity of Tembisa, Gauteng.

Benefits

Our client provides an attractive remuneration package, including a competitive base salary, annual performance bonus, and comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions. Opportunities for professional development, ongoing training, and career advancement within the organization are actively supported. Employees enjoy a safe and dynamic work environment, with access to modern mining technology. Our client prioritizes work-life balance and offers wellness programs. This role in Tembisa offers a significant career opportunity within the South African mining industry.