On-Site Lead Mining Engineer, Operations & Planning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, retirement benefits

Accommodation and living allowances

Relocation assistance

Professional development and training

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Mining Engineer to oversee operational planning and execution at our facility in Klerksdorp, North West, South Africa. The role demands leadership, expert mine planning, and strong safety governance for on-site operations.

The successful candidate will develop long- and short-term mine plans, optimize production, and drive environmental compliance. Candidates with open-pit/underground experience and proficiency in planning software are preferred.

Qualifications

• BSc or BEng in Mining Engineering required.
• Minimum 8 years in mine operations/planning; at least 3 in leadership.
• Proven experience with open-pit or underground mining methods and planning software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic mine plans (short- and long-term).
• Oversee mining methods, sequences, development, production and ground support.
• Lead safety, environmental compliance and budgets; mentor staff.

Skills

Leadership

Mine planning

Team management

Safety management

Education

BSc or BEng in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Ventsim

Surpac

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Mining Engineer to oversee operational planning and execution at our facility in Klerksdorp, North West, South Africa. The role demands leadership, expert mine planning, and strong safety governance for on-site operations.

The successful candidate will develop long- and short-term mine plans, optimize production, and drive environmental compliance. Candidates with open-pit/underground experience and proficiency in planning software are preferred.