Mine Planning Engineer - Underground Operations

Placements24; Cape Town; Presencial; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Health and wellness programs

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a skilled Mine Planning Engineer to lead underground mine planning efforts, translating geological models into practical, executable mining strategies. You will develop short- and long-term plans, optimize layouts and ventilation, and collaborate with operations to maximize asset value while maintaining safety and environmental standards.

Proficiency with Deswik or Vulcan is essential, and the role offers opportunities for professional development within a

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in underground mine planning.
• Proficiency with Deswik, Vulcan or equivalent mine planning software.
• Knowledge of mining methods, ventilation and ground support.
• Membership in a relevant professional engineering body is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain short- and long-term mine plans.
• Optimize mine layouts including access routes and ventilation.
• Conduct geotechnical assessments and integrate findings into mine design and planning processes.
• Collaborate with production to monitor progress and correct deviations.
• Use Deswik or Vulcan to generate schedules and economic evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.

Conhecimentos

Analytical skills

Economic analysis

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Ferramentas

Deswik

Vulcan

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and innovative Mine Planning Engineer to join their established team focused on underground mining operations in Cape Town . This role is critical in developing short and long-term mine plans that optimize resource extraction, ensure operational efficiency, and maintain the highest safety standards. You will be instrumental in translating geological models into practical, executable mining strategies, working closely with operations and technical teams to maximize asset value and achieve production targets in a challenging underground environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed short-term and long-term mine plans, considering ore recovery, stope sequencing, and equipment utilization.
• Create and optimize mine layouts, including access routes, ventilation systems, and production areas for underground operations .
• Conduct geotechnical assessments and integrate findings into mine design and planning processes.
• Collaborate with production teams to monitor progress against plans, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.
• Utilize mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan) to generate production schedules and economic evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations within the mine site.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mine planning, specifically within underground mining environments.
• Proficiency with industry-standard mine planning and modeling software.
• Strong understanding of mining methods, ventilation, and ground support principles for underground operations.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to perform complex economic analyses.
• Membership in a relevant professional engineering body is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Performance incentives and annual bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the mining sector.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.