Mine Ventilation Engineer

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 client in Durban seeks a Mine Ventilation Engineer to design, implement and maintain underground ventilation systems, ensuring safe airflows and regulatory compliance.

You will monitor air quality, temperature, and pressure, optimize environmental conditions, and work with safety officers to address ventilation challenges in challenging underground conditions.

The role offers opportunities for professional development and exposure to advanced ventilation technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in mine ventilation engineering.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and mine environmental factors.

Responsibilities

• Design, model, and optimize underground mine ventilation systems to ensure adequate airflow and environmental control.
• Conduct regular site inspections and surveys to monitor air quality, temperature, and dust levels.
• Develop and implement strategies for controlling heat, humidity, and contaminants in the mine atmosphere.
• Manage and maintain ventilation equipment, including fans, ducting, and environmental monitoring systems.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations pertaining to mine ventilation.
• Collaborate with mine management and safety officers to address ventilation challenges and improve working conditions.

Skills

Ventilation Engineering

Thermodynamics

Fluid Dynamics

Ventilation Modeling

Gas Detection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Ventsim

Minescape

Job description

Our client is seeking a skilled Mine Ventilation Engineer to join their team in the Durban area, overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of safe and efficient underground ventilation systems. This role is paramount to ensuring optimal working conditions and compliance with health and safety regulations within their mining operations. You will be responsible for managing air quality, temperature, and pressure to support productivity and worker well-being. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mine ventilation principles, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to work effectively in a challenging underground environment, contributing to operational excellence in the KwaZulu-Natal region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, model, and optimize underground mine ventilation systems to ensure adequate airflow and environmental control.
• Conduct regular site inspections and surveys to monitor air quality, temperature, and dust levels.
• Develop and implement strategies for controlling heat, humidity, and contaminants in the mine atmosphere.
• Manage and maintain ventilation equipment, including fans, ducting, and environmental monitoring systems.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations pertaining to mine ventilation.
• Collaborate with mine management and safety officers to address ventilation challenges and improve working conditions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience specifically in mine ventilation engineering.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and mine environmental factors.
• Proficiency with ventilation modeling software (e.g., Ventsim, Minescape).
• Experience with gas detection and monitoring equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a commitment to safety protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for training and professional advancement within the mining industry.
• A challenging and rewarding role contributing to operational safety and efficiency in Durban .
• Exposure to advanced ventilation technologies and practices.