Mining Engineer - Planning

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a meticulous Mining Engineer to join its planning department. You will develop short-term and long-term mine plans, optimize production schedules and resource utilization, and work with operations, geology, and survey teams to ensure safe, economical extraction.

The role requires 6+ years in mine planning/design, proficiency in Deswik or Vulcan, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of mine planning and design experience.
• Proficiency in Deswik, Vulcan, or similar software.
• Strong knowledge of mining economics, geomechanics, and ventilation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities for team work in Pretoria.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain mine plans and production schedules.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations.
• Optimize layouts, ventilation, and support systems.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management.
• Coordinate with operations to implement plans.
• Use geological and survey data to update mine models.

Skills

Mine planning

Economic evaluation

Geomechanics

Ventilation

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a meticulous and forward-thinking Mining Engineer to join their planning department in Pretoria . This role is crucial for developing short-term and long-term mine plans that ensure safe, efficient, and economically viable extraction of resources. You will work closely with operational teams, geologists, and surveyors to optimize mine design, production scheduling, and resource utilization. The successful candidate will leverage their technical expertise and analytical skills to contribute to the strategic growth and operational excellence of the mining projects in the region. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of mining operations and to grow professionally within a reputable organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain short-term and long-term mine plans, including production schedules and stope designs.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new mining projects and extensions.
• Optimize mine layouts, ventilation, and support systems for safety and efficiency.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, plans, and presentations for management review.
• Liaise with operational departments to ensure effective implementation of mine plans.
• Apply geological and survey data to update mine models and planning parameters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mine planning and design, with exposure to various mining methods.
• Proficiency in mine planning software such as Deswik, Vulcan, or similar.
• Strong understanding of mining economics, geomechanics, and ventilation principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and collaboration abilities, essential for working with teams in Pretoria .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and annual bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and risk benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional development courses.
• Supportive team environment and clear career progression path.
• Potential for site-based assignments or project involvement in the Pretoria area.