Principal Mining Engineer, Resource Development (Flexible)

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Medical aid

Life insurance

Pension fund

Generous leave

Professional development support

Accommodation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Principal Mining Engineer in Klerksdorp, North West. This senior role leads resource development, strategic mine planning, feasibility analyses, and technology-driven optimization for both underground and open-pit operations.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and uphold safety and environmental standards. The position emphasizes leadership, innovation, and delivering sustainable mining solutions in a major regional operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree or professional certifications desirable.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive mining experience in planning, design, and resource development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of long-term and short-term mine plans using geological data and economic parameters.
• Design detailed underground and open-pit mine layouts, sequencing, scheduling, and equipment selection.
• Conduct feasibility studies, economic evaluations, and sensitivity analyses for new projects and expansions.
• Apply advanced modeling to optimize production and resource recovery.
• Oversee geotechnical investigations, surveying, and ventilation design while ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team communication

Strategic planning

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Master's degree desirable

Pr. Eng. advantageous

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Principal Mining Engineer in Klerksdorp, North West. This senior role leads resource development, strategic mine planning, feasibility analyses, and technology-driven optimization for both underground and open-pit operations.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and uphold safety and environmental standards. The position emphasizes leadership, innovation, and delivering sustainable mining solutions in a major regional operation.