Remote Lead Mining Engineer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary commensurate with 경험?

Performance bonuses

Health, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Remote work allowances

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Lead Mining Engineer for a fully remote role, overseeing strategic planning and execution across multiple sites. You will lead a team of mining engineers, drive safety, efficiency and profitability from a distance, and apply advanced mining technologies to complex challenges.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in mining engineering, including leadership, and hands-on experience with open-pit or underground methods and planning tools such as Deswik, Vulcan,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering; Master's degree advantageous.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive mining engineering experience, including at least 3 years in leadership.
• Experience with open-pit and/or underground mining methods and planning techniques.
• Proficiency with Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac and other planning software.
• Strong understanding of mine economics, project management, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and leadership for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee long-term and short-term mine plans, including production schedules and cost forecasting.
• Lead and mentor a remote team of mining engineers.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for projects.
• Implement safety, environmental compliance, and operational efficiency across sites.
• Utilize mine planning software to optimize extraction methods.
• Collaborate with geologists, metallurgists, and stakeholders for integrated operations.

Skills

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Mining Engineer to join their innovative team in a fully remote capacity. This role is central to the strategic planning and execution of mining operations across various sites, requiring extensive expertise in mine design, planning, and optimization. You will lead a team of mining engineers, driving efficiency, safety, and profitability from a distance. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who excels in a remote work environment, possesses strong leadership capabilities, and is passionate about applying advanced mining technologies and methodologies to solve complex challenges. Your contributions will be vital to shaping the future of our client's global mining endeavors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee long-term and short-term mine plans, including production schedules, resource allocation, and cost forecasting.
• Lead and mentor a team of mining engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance remote work environment.
• Conduct feasibility studies, mine design reviews, and risk assessments for new and existing projects.
• Implement and monitor best practices in mine safety, environmental compliance, and operational efficiency across all sites.
• Utilize advanced mine planning software and simulation tools to optimize extraction methods and maximize resource utilization.
• Collaborate with geologists, metallurgists, and other stakeholders to ensure integrated mine operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline; a Master's degree is advantageous.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mining engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated expertise in open-pit and/or underground mining methods and associated planning techniques.
• Proficiency with leading mine planning and design software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac).
• Strong understanding of mine economics, project management, and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, adapted for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance bonuses tied to project and operational success.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and remote work allowances.
• Opportunity to lead significant projects and shape mining strategy from anywhere.