Senior Mine Planning Engineer - Open Pit Specialist

Placements24; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid & retirement fund

Bonuses & profit sharing

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Dynamic collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Mine Planning Engineer to lead the development and optimization of open-pit mine plans, ensuring safety and efficient resource extraction. You will integrate geology, operations and survey data while coordinating with multiple teams to deliver accurate forecasts.

The role requires 7+ years in mine planning, proficiency with Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac, and Xact, and a strong analytical mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in mine planning and design, open-pit focus.
• Proficiency with Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac, Xact.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop long- and short-term open-pit mine plans.
• Conduct feasibility studies and pit optimization analyses.
• Design pit layouts, access roads, and dump locations.
• Schedule drilling, blasting, loading, and hauling.
• Integrate geological, geotechnical, and survey data.
• Collaborate with operations to implement plans.
• Monitor performance and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare technical reports and forecasts.
• Ensure safety, environmental standards, and compliance.

Skills

Open-pit planning

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Xact

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Xact

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent leader in the mining industry, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mine Planning Engineer with expertise in open-pit operations to join their team in Randburg . This role is essential for the strategic development and optimization of the mine's open-pit plans, ensuring efficient resource extraction, adherence to safety standards, and maximization of economic returns. You will be responsible for creating and updating long-term and short-term mine plans, performing detailed feasibility studies, and collaborating closely with geology, operations, and survey teams. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in open-pit mine design and planning, proficiency with advanced mine planning software, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape the future of a key mining operation, contributing to its sustainable success and profitability within the challenging mining sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive long-term and short-term open-pit mine plans.
• Conduct detailed feasibility studies, economic evaluations, and pit optimization analyses.
• Design optimal pit layouts, access roads, and dump locations.
• Schedule mine production activities, including drilling, blasting, loading, and hauling.
• Integrate geological, geotechnical, and survey data into mine planning processes.
• Collaborate with operations personnel to ensure effective implementation of mine plans and address operational challenges.
• Monitor mine performance against plan, analyzing deviations and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and operational forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant mining legislation, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements in open-pit mining and planning software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mine planning and design, with a strong focus on open-pit operations.
• Proficiency in mine planning software such as Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac, Xact, or similar.
• Solid understanding of open-pit mining methods, equipment, and operational constraints.
• Experience in economic evaluation, pit limit optimization, and mine scheduling.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse teams.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to undertake occasional site visits.
• Commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and sustainable mining practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remuneration package.
• Opportunity to work on significant open-pit mining projects.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Performance-based bonuses and potential for profit sharing.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for exceptional candidates.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment within a leading mining organization.