Mine Planning Engineer - Richards Bay

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid and retirement fund

Relocation assistance

Growth opportunities

Stable work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Planning Engineer based near Richards Bay. The role focuses on developing short- and long-term mine plans, translating geological models into viable schedules, and working with geology and operations to maximize resource utilization while upholding safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in mine planning, proficiency with Deswik, Vulcan, and Surpac, and strong analytical and collaborative skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in mine planning/design, open-pit preferred.
• Proficiency with Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac software.
• Solid understanding of mining methods and ore reserve estimation.
• Ability to translate geological data into practical mine plans.
• Strong problem solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop short- and long-term mine plans with constraints.
• Use Deswik/Vulcan/Surpac to design layouts and schedules.
• Conduct mineability studies and economic evaluations.
• Collaborate with survey, geology, and operations teams.
• Monitor progress and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare technical docs for production forecasts and CAPEX.

Skills

Mine planning

Analytical ability

Communication

Collaboration

Geomechanics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and forward-thinking Mine Planning Engineer to join their dynamic team based in Richards Bay. This critical role focuses on developing, optimizing, and implementing short-term and long-term mine plans to ensure efficient and safe resource extraction. You will work closely with geological and operations teams to translate resource models into viable mining schedules, utilizing advanced planning software. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical abilities, a deep understanding of mining methods, and a commitment to maximizing resource utilization while adhering to stringent safety and environmental standards, contributing significantly to the site's productivity and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and update detailed short-term and long-term mine plans , considering geological data, equipment capabilities, and operational constraints.
• Utilize mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac) to design open-pit or underground mine layouts, sequences, and schedules.
• Conduct mineability studies and economic evaluations of potential mining areas to optimize resource recovery.
• Collaborate with survey, geology, and operations departments to ensure accurate data integration and plan execution.
• Monitor mining progress against the plan, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions to maintain production targets.
• Prepare technical documentation, including mine layouts, production forecasts, and cost estimates for capital expenditure proposals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mine planning and design, preferably in open-pit operations.
• Proficiency with industry-standard mine planning and design software such as Deswik, Vulcan, or Surpac .
• Solid understanding of mining methods, geomechanics, and ore reserve estimation .
• Ability to analyze geological data and translate it into practical mine plans.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in mine planning.
• A stable and secure work environment within a reputable mining company.