Mine Ventilation Engineer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Training opportunities

Site-based role

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Mine Ventilation Engineer to join our operations near East London, South Africa. You will design, implement and maintain ventilation systems ensuring safe underground working conditions and compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate has a mining/engineering background, 5+ years in underground ventilation, strong thermodynamics and gas monitoring knowledge, and proven ability to optimise airflow with specialist software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related with specialization in ventilation.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mine ventilation engineering, preferably in underground mining.
• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer principles.
• Familiarity with mine ventilation software and modeling tools.
• Experience with gas monitoring and dust sampling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize mine ventilation networks, including fan selection, ducting, and auxiliary systems.
• Conduct airflow, temperature, and gas surveys to assess environmental conditions.
• Develop and implement strategies for dust suppression and control.
• Monitor and manage heat stress in underground environments.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to mine ventilation.
• Prepare reports on ventilation performance, identify potential issues, and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Ventilation engineering

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Heat transfer

Gas monitoring

Dust sampling

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related with specialization in ventilation

Tools

Mine ventilation software

Modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a qualified Mine Ventilation Engineer to join their operations near East London . You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining effective ventilation systems to ensure a safe and healthy working environment within the mine. This role requires a deep understanding of mine airflow dynamics, heat transfer, dust control, and gas management. You will work closely with mine management, safety officers, and operations teams to monitor environmental conditions and optimize ventilation strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and promoting worker well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize mine ventilation networks, including fan selection, ducting, and auxiliary systems.
• Conduct airflow, temperature, and gas surveys to assess environmental conditions.
• Develop and implement strategies for dust suppression and control.
• Monitor and manage heat stress in underground environments.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to mine ventilation.
• Prepare reports on ventilation performance, identify potential issues, and recommend corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field with a specialization in ventilation.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mine ventilation engineering, preferably in underground mining.
• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics , and heat transfer principles.
• Familiarity with mine ventilation software and modeling tools.
• Experience with gas monitoring and dust sampling techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to contribute to a safe working environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Site-based role with potential for exposure to diverse mining challenges.
• Supportive team culture focused on safety and operational excellence.
• Potential for career advancement within the mining sector.