Mine Planning Technician — On-site Housing + Training

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

On-site accommodation

Meal facilities

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, South Africa, seeks a Mine Planning Technician to support engineers and geologists in developing and updating mine plans, models and schedules.

You will translate geological data into executable mine plans, using Surpac/Datamine/Vulcan and CAD tools, ensuring accurate spatial representations and effective resource extraction. A National Diploma and 2+ years in mine planning are required; on-site accommodation is provided.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent in mining engineering or related technical field.
• At least 2 years experience in mine planning or mine surveying support.
• Proficiency in Surpac/Datamine/Vulcan and CAD software.
• Understanding of open-pit or underground mining methods and planning requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and updating short-term and long-term mine plans using specialized software.
• Create and maintain 2D and 3D geological and mine models under guidance of senior engineers.
• Generate production schedules, drill plans, and blast designs based on approved mine plans.
• Process survey data to update mine workings and ensure accurate spatial representation.
• Prepare reports, drawings, and other documentation related to mine planning.
• Collaborate with site operations and survey teams to ensure plan implementation and provide necessary information.

Skills

CAD software

Mine planning software

Geology knowledge

Education

National Diploma in Mining Engineering

Mineral Resource Management related

Tools

Surpac

Datamine

Vulcan

Job description

Placements24 in Kimberley, South Africa, seeks a Mine Planning Technician to support engineers and geologists in developing and updating mine plans, models and schedules.

You will translate geological data into executable mine plans, using Surpac/Datamine/Vulcan and CAD tools, ensuring accurate spatial representations and effective resource extraction. A National Diploma and 2+ years in mine planning are required; on-site accommodation is provided.