Remote Global Chief Mine Planner & Strategy Lead

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary

Performance bonus

Remote benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Chief Mine Planner for a forward-thinking international mining conglomerate. This fully remote role focuses on developing long-term strategic mine plans across commodities and jurisdictions.

You will lead with global teams, leveraging Deswik, Vulcan, and MinePlan to optimize design, scheduling, and extraction while evaluating feasibility. A strong leader with 12+ years in mining planning, excellent communication, and proven ability to work independently in a remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in mine planning and operations.
• Proven expertise in open-pit and/or underground mine planning and design.
• Advanced proficiency with Deswik, Vulcan, MinePlan and other planning software.
• Strong understanding of mine economics, financial modeling, and feasibility studies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to influence stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setup.
• Reliable internet connection and dedicated home office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain long-term strategic mine plans for various commodities and jurisdictions.
• Utilize advanced mine planning software to optimize mine design, scheduling, and resource extraction.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new projects and existing operations.
• Collaborate with exploration, operations, engineering, and finance teams globally.
• Provide expert guidance on mine design, production sequencing, and waste management.
• Identify and assess risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and regulatory changes.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations for senior leadership.
• Mentor and provide oversight to mine planning teams across regions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability commitments.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Remote work capability

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

MinePlan

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Chief Mine Planner for a forward-thinking international mining conglomerate. This fully remote role focuses on developing long-term strategic mine plans across commodities and jurisdictions.

You will lead with global teams, leveraging Deswik, Vulcan, and MinePlan to optimize design, scheduling, and extraction while evaluating feasibility. A strong leader with 12+ years in mining planning, excellent communication, and proven ability to work independently in a remote