Mine Planning Superintendent

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Accommodation provided

Travel allowances

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mine Planning Superintendent to lead the planning department in Mahikeng, North West. This senior role focuses on strategic development and short-term planning of all mining activities, ensuring efficient resources and compliant operations.

You will manage a team of planners and geologists, leveraging Deswik, Vulcan, and Surpac to maximize profitability and sustainability for the operation. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in mine planning and technical services.
• Experience in open-pit or underground planning.
• Proficiency in advanced mine planning software and data interpretation.
• Strong leadership, project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain long-, medium-, and short-term mine plans with geology, surveying, and operations teams.
• Oversee production schedules, drill and blast plans, and equipment deployment strategies.
• Ensure mine plans are technically sound, economically viable, and compliant with regulations.
• Manage and mentor the mine planning team and drive continuous improvement.
• Utilize Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac to optimize mine design and sequencing.
• Conduct feasibility studies and scenario analyses to support decisions.
• Monitor plan execution, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Team mentoring

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Mine Planning Superintendent to lead their planning department in Mahikeng, North West . This senior role is responsible for the strategic development and short-term planning of all mining activities, ensuring efficient resource utilization, optimal production schedules, and compliance with safety and environmental standards. You will manage a team of planners and geologists, leveraging advanced software and geological data to create robust mine plans that maximize profitability and sustainability for the operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain long-term, medium-term, and short-term mine plans in collaboration with geology, surveying, and operations teams.
• Oversee the generation of production schedules, drill and blast plans, and equipment deployment strategies.
• Ensure mine plans are technically sound, economically viable, and compliant with all regulatory requirements.
• Manage and mentor the mine planning team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Utilize mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac) to optimize mine design and sequencing.
• Conduct feasibility studies and scenario analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Monitor plan execution, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in mine planning and technical services within the mining industry.
• Proven experience in open-pit or underground mine planning, depending on the operation's nature.
• Proficiency in advanced mine planning and modeling software packages.
• Strong understanding of geological data interpretation, resource estimation, and mine economics.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and other insurance benefits.
• Accommodation and travel allowances as applicable.
• Opportunities for career advancement into senior leadership positions.
• A key role in shaping the future operational strategy of a major mining entity.