Mining Engineer - Ventilation Specialist

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary and incentive scheme

Housing allowance and site-based benef

Health insurance and retirement

Extensive training and career progress

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly specialized Mining Engineer (Ventilation) for major operations in Rustenburg. You will design, implement and monitor ventilation networks to ensure safe working conditions underground.

The role requires strong analytical skills, extensive experience, and proficiency with Ventsim and VentGraph, plus gas detection and environmental monitoring. You will drive energy-efficient solutions and contribute to safety, productivity and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering with ventilation specialization.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in mine ventilation engineering.
• Proficient with gas detection systems and environmental monitoring equipment.
• Experience with ventilation simulation software (Ventsim, VentGraph).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage mine ventilation systems, including fan selection and network analysis.
• Monitor underground air quality, temperature, and humidity levels.
• Develop strategies to control dust, fumes and airborne contaminants.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Optimize ventilation performance for energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct risk assessments related to ventilation failures and emergency planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership potential

Problem-solving abilities

Ventilation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering (ventilation)

Tools

Ventsim

VentGraph

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly specialized Mining Engineer with a focus on Ventilation to join their significant operations in Rustenburg . You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring mine ventilation systems to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all personnel. This critical role involves complex airflow modeling, dust and gas control strategies, and optimizing energy efficiency within the mine's environmental systems. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of mine atmospheric conditions, and a proactive approach to environmental health and safety in underground mining.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage mine ventilation systems, including fan selection and network analysis.
• Monitor and analyze underground air quality, temperature, and humidity levels.
• Develop and implement strategies for controlling dust, fumes, and other airborne contaminants.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations pertaining to mine ventilation.
• Optimize ventilation system performance for energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct risk assessments related to ventilation failures and emergency response planning.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, with a specialization in ventilation or environmental engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in mine ventilation engineering, preferably in deep-level or hard rock mining.
• Proficiency in mine ventilation simulation software (e.g., Ventsim, VentGraph).
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and mine atmospheric science.
• Experience with gas detection systems and environmental monitoring equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and leadership potential.

Benefits

• Excellent salary and performance-based incentive scheme.
• Generous housing allowance and site-based benefits.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning.
• Extensive training and career progression opportunities.
• A critical role in ensuring the safety and productivity of a major mining operation.