Remote Chief Mine Planner

Placements24

Mossel Bay

Hybrid

ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation

Comprehensive global health insurance

Stock options or equity grants

Flexible work schedule

Remote work from anywhere

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Chief Mine Planner to develop long-term strategic mine plans from a remote location. You will guide cross-functional teams across time zones on mine design, scheduling, and optimization for major global projects.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in mine planning, expert use of Deswik, Vulcan, and Datamine, and a strong background in feasibility studies and project finance. This is a remote-first, executive role with a competitive package.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
12+ years of progressive experience in mine planning and design, with focus on strategic, long-term planning.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain long-term strategic mine plans, including production schedules and life-of-mine strategies.
Lead multidisciplinary teams in conceptual, pre-feasibility, and feasibility studies.
Use advanced mine planning software to model and optimize layouts, sequencing, and infrastructure.
Conduct economic evaluations and sensitivity analyses for different mining scenarios.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and geologists.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Remote team leadership

Mine planning

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Mining Engineering degree

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Datamine

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Mine Planner for a fully remote position. This senior role is responsible for developing long-term strategic mine plans that maximize resource value while ensuring operational feasibility and sustainability. You will work with global project teams, providing expert guidance on mine design, scheduling, and optimization from your remote workspace. This is an unparalleled opportunity for a seasoned planning professional who excels in strategic thinking, complex problem-solving, and can effectively lead and influence multidisciplinary teams across different time zones in a remote-first environment, shaping the future of significant mining ventures worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain comprehensive long-term strategic mine plans, including production schedules, reserve utilization, and life-of-mine strategies.
Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams in the development of conceptual, pre-feasibility, and feasibility studies.
Utilize advanced mine planning software to model and optimize mine layouts, sequencing, and infrastructure development.
Conduct economic evaluations and sensitivity analyses to assess the viability of different mining scenarios.
Ensure mine plans comply with all relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior planning engineers and geologists.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mining Engineering or a related field.
A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in mine planning and design, with a significant portion in strategic, long-term planning.
Expert proficiency in leading mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Datamine).
Strong understanding of mine economics, feasibility studies, and project finance.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead remote, cross-functional teams effectively.
Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills, adaptable to a remote work setting.

Benefits