Remote Mine Operations Analyst

Placements24; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Work from anywhere

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development resources

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Mine Operations Analyst to join a remote-first team, monitoring and analyzing the performance of mining operations across locations. You will leverage data analytics tools to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement, delivering critical insights to management and driving data-informed decision-making.

The role requires 4+ years in operations analysis, strong SQL/Python skills, and experience with Tableau or Power BI, enabling you to build dashboards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in operations analysis, preferably in mining or resources.
• Strong proficiency in SQL, Python/R, and advanced Excel.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to work remotely with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze operational data from multiple mining sites using advanced analytical tools.
• Develop performance dashboards and reports to track key metrics such as production, costs, and safety.
• Identify deviations from planned performance and investigate root causes.
• Provide data-driven recommendations for process optimization and cost reduction initiatives.
• Support the development and implementation of operational improvement strategies.
• Communicate findings and insights clearly to stakeholders across different departments and levels.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Remote work management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SQL

Python/R

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and forward-thinking Mine Operations Analyst to join their team, working entirely remotely. This position plays a key role in monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on the performance of various mining operations across different locations. You will leverage data analytics tools to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement, providing critical insights to operational management. This is an excellent opportunity for a data-driven professional to contribute significantly to operational excellence from anywhere, fostering a culture of data-informed decision-making.

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and analytical Mine Operations Analyst to join their team, working entirely remotely. This position plays a key role in monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on the performance of various mining operations across different locations. You will leverage data analytics tools to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement, providing critical insights to operational management. This is an excellent opportunity for a data-driven professional to contribute significantly to operational excellence from anywhere, fostering a culture of data-informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze operational data from multiple mining sites using advanced analytical tools.
• Develop performance dashboards and reports to track key metrics such as production, costs, and safety.
• Identify deviations from planned performance and investigate root causes.
• Provide data-driven recommendations for process optimization and cost reduction initiatives.
• Support the development and implementation of operational improvement strategies.
• Communicate findings and insights clearly to stakeholders across different departments and levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in operations analysis, preferably within the mining or resources sector.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Python/R, and advanced Excel.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Access to cutting-edge analytical tools and professional development resources.
• The opportunity to shape data strategy in a globally recognized mining company.