Remote Senior Open-Pit Mine Planning & Design Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,990,000 - 2,985,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Mine Planning & Design Specialist to lead strategic open-pit planning and detailed design from a remote location. You will shape project concepts through execution, ensuring safety, sustainability, and economic performance across diverse mining initiatives.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years in mine planning and design, expert knowledge of open-pit methods, and proficiency with Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac, and CAD tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mine planning and design, open-pit focus.
• Proficiency in Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac and CAD tools.
• PE designation (Pr.Eng.) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-, mid-, and short-term mine plans for open-pit operations.
• Execute detailed mine design tasks (pit shells, haul roads, stockpiles, phase planning).
• Incorporate geotechnical constraints for slope stability and safety.
• Perform economic evaluations to maximize profitability of plans and designs.
• Collaborate with geologists, engineers and operations for integrated planning.
• Utilize Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac and CAD tools.
• Prepare technical reports and regulatory submissions.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices.
• Stay updated on mining technology and planning methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication skills

Independent work

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

CAD tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Mine Planning & Design Specialist to lead strategic open-pit planning and detailed design from a remote location. You will shape project concepts through execution, ensuring safety, sustainability, and economic performance across diverse mining initiatives.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years in mine planning and design, expert knowledge of open-pit methods, and proficiency with Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac, and CAD tools.