Remote Mine Planning Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Flexible remote working arrangements

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Mine Planning Engineer to design and optimize mine layouts, production schedules, and resource utilization. You will collaborate with geological and operational teams to create long-term mine plans from a remote work setup.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in mine planning, strong skills in Deswik or Vulcan, and the ability to work independently while meeting project timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering.
• 7+ years in mine planning and design.
• Proficient with Deswik and Vulcan software.

Responsibilities

• Develop short-term and long-term mine plans, including pit designs and production schedules.
• Perform mine design and layout optimization using specialized software.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new projects and expansions.
• Collaborate with geologists to integrate resource models into mine plans.
• Ensure plans comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and drawings for stakeholders.

Skills

Mine planning

Analytical

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelors in Mining Eng

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Remote Mine Planning Engineer to contribute to their strategic mine development projects. This role is pivotal in designing and optimizing mine layouts, production schedules, and resource utilization to ensure efficient and profitable extraction. Working remotely, you will collaborate with geological and operational teams to create robust, long-term mine plans. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer to leverage their expertise in mine design and planning while enjoying the flexibility of a remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop short-term and long-term mine plans, including pit designs and production schedules.
• Perform mine design and layout optimizations using specialized software.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new projects and expansions.
• Collaborate with geologists to integrate resource models into mine plans.
• Ensure plans comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and drawings for stakeholders.
• Utilize mine planning software such as Deswik, Vulcan, or similar.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mine planning and design, preferably in open-pit operations.
• Proficiency with leading mine planning and modeling software suites.
• Strong understanding of geology, geotechnical engineering, and mine economics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage project timelines in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Opportunity to contribute to major mining projects from the comfort of your home office.