Senior Mechanical Engineer - Tailings

Globe 24-7; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

Globe 24-7, in partnership with a leading mining company, seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mining Services & Waste Management to join our team. The role covers senior technical leadership across mining and waste projects, with a focus on site design, planning and remote operations.

You will review technical requirements, develop practical engineering solutions, support mobilisations, installations and commissioning, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety and regulatory

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng/BTech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• 20+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong experience in mining, ideally tailings, slurry, waste management, pumping or related infrastructure.
• Demonstrable experience with site design and site preparation.
• Proven technical and practical engineering knowledge.
• Experience on remote mining sites and challenging environments.
• Willingness to travel extensively across Africa.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior mechanical engineering expertise across mining and waste management projects.
• Assist with site design, engineering planning and site preparation.
• Review requirements and develop practical engineering solutions for challenging site conditions.
• Provide input into design, installation and operation of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Support project teams during mobilisation, construction, installation and commissioning.
• Conduct site visits and provide hands-on technical support when required.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical issues in remote environments.
• Review drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical docs.
• Work with project managers, site teams, contractors and clients.
• Mentor junior engineers and site personnel.
• Ensure activities comply with safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Travel extensively to remote mining operations across Africa.

Skills

Site design

Site preparation

Independent work

Strong problem solving

Strong communication

Education

BSc/BEng/BTech in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Globe 24-7, in partnership with a leading mining company, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mining Services & Waste Management to join their team.

The Responsibilities

• Provide senior mechanical engineering expertise across mining and waste management projects.
• Assist with site design, engineering planning and site preparation.
• Review technical requirements and develop practical engineering solutions for challenging site conditions.
• Provide technical input into the design, installation and operation of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Support project teams during mobilisation, construction, installation and commissioning.
• Conduct site visits and provide hands-on technical support when required.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and provide solutions in remote operating environments.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, calculations and technical documentation.
• Work closely with project managers, site teams, contractors and clients.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and site personnel.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with relevant safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Travel extensively to remote mining operations across Africa when required.

The Requirements

• BSc/BEng/BTech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• 20+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong experience within the mining industry, preferably involving tailings, slurry, waste management, pumping or related infrastructure.
• Demonstrable experience with site design and site preparation.
• Strong technical and practical engineering knowledge.
• Experience working on remote mining sites and in challenging operating environments.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively across Africa.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional registration/engineering accreditation would be advantageous.

The Rewards

The position offers a competitive remuneration package.