Mining Activity Engineer OC, D1, NVC083/25GS

SeritiZA; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent mining company is seeking a Mining Activity Engineer to compile designs and manage mining operations at their facility. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with strategic plans and lead cross-departmental efforts. Qualifications include a diploma in Mining Engineering and significant mining experience, including proficiency in relevant software tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years’ mining experience with 2 years as a supervisor or 2 years as Planning Officer.
• Ability to assess management principles around mining.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Compile designs and detailed plans for mining activities.
• Aid in creating compliance reports.
• Liaise with various departments for integrated mine plans.

Skills

Mine Planning software experience

Analytical abilities

Effective communication (verbal and written)

Financial budgeting skills

Education

National Diploma / Degree in Mining Engineering

Relevant Opencast mining qualifications

Tools

3D-dig

Microstation

Dragsim

Deswik

Job description

When applying, please submit a PDF version of your CV together with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of your ID, Drivers and qualifications.

Mining Activity Engineer OC, D1

Seriti, New Vaal Colliery, Free State

Internally & Externally

Ref no: NVC083/25GS

Closing date: 22 August 2025

The role:

The Mining Activity Engineer reports to the Section Manager Planning.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Compiling designs, detailed plans and short-term schedules for major mining activities on the mine
• Compiling of weekly/monthly/quarterly and annual reconciliations as part of compliance to plan reporting
• Supply required information for weekly marketing and management plans
• Assist in compiling weekly review (planning) meetings presentation(s), as well as the monthly planning meeting
• Liaising with other Activity Engineers with regards to integration of mine plans
• Liaising with various other departments including, but not limited, Survey, Geology, Environmental, Mining, Metallurgy and Engineering
• Assist with annual budget/LOM process

Requirements:

Qualification:

• National Diploma / Degree in Mining Engineering OR
• Relevant Opencast mining qualifications WITH recognition and recommendation for prior learning and experience

Experience:

• Minimum 6 years’ mining experience with 2 years appointed in a relevant mining production environment appointed as a supervisor OR 2 years relevant experience as Planning Officer
• Experience with Mine Planning software including, but not limited to, 3D-dig, Microstation, Dragsim, Deswik
• Experience in assessing management principles around mining and related equipment and associated operational standards and philosophies
• Experience in relevant opencast mining areas (mine pit design, activity design [drill & blast, pre-stripping, dragline, truck & shovel, coaling], scheduling, machine performance)
• An appreciation of legislation relating to the mining industry, as well as applicable procedures
• Ability to work under pressure and variable workload
• Good analytical capabilities
• Financial budgeting skills
• Good communication (verbal and written) skills
• A high regard for safety
• Computer literacy and working knowledge of Microsoft Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Valid driver’s license and own transport
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness

Advantageous:

• Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency

Please note:

• Please use Google Chrome as default browser when applying to enable the attachment of documents
• A CV with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of relevant qualifications, together with ID document & valid driver’s license must be accompanied with your application
• Appointments will be made in line with Employment Equity targets
• All applicants are thanked for their interest
• Applications which have not been responded to within 30 days of closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful
• Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only