Senior Mine Ventilation Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybride; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Career advancement

Dynamic work environment

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mine Ventilation Engineer for a major mining operation in Mahikeng, North West. The role focuses on designing, analyzing, and maintaining underground ventilation networks to ensure safe air quality and thermal comfort for workers.

You should have 7+ years in mine ventilation, expertise with ventilation modeling software, and strong communication skills to lead projects on-site with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with ventilation specialization.
• 7+ years in mine ventilation engineering, preferably underground.
• Experience with mine ventilation modeling software and diagnostic tools.
• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, psychrometrics for ventilation.
• Knowledge of health, safety, environmental regulations for North West mine ventilation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work on-site in Mahikeng with occasional travel.

Responsabilités

• Design and optimize underground mine ventilation systems, including fan selection and ducting.
• Conduct ventilation surveys and air quality monitoring.
• Develop strategies to control heat, dust, and gases.
• Perform ventilation network modeling using Ventsim or similar.
• Analyze ventilation data to identify issues and propose solutions.
• Ensure compliance with ventilation regulations and OHSA standards.
• Collaborate with mine planning, geology, and safety to integrate ventilation into design.
• Provide technical guidance to operations teams.
• Manage ventilation projects, including budget and contractor oversight.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of ventilation practices.

Connaissances

Ventilation design

Ventilation modeling

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

On-site work

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with Ventilation specialization

Outils

Ventsim

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the mining industry, is actively seeking a highly experienced Senior Mine Ventilation Engineer to join their team in Mahikeng, North West, ZA . This critical role involves ensuring optimal underground mine ventilation systems to maintain a safe, healthy, and productive working environment. The Senior Ventilation Engineer will be responsible for the design, analysis, implementation, and maintenance of ventilation networks, air quality monitoring, and thermal comfort control. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of mine ventilation principles, advanced modeling techniques, and a proven ability to manage complex projects. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a significant mining operation and advance your career within a respected organization. We are looking for a proactive and technically proficient engineer to ensure the highest standards of safety and operational efficiency in Mahikeng .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize underground mine ventilation systems, including fan selection, ducting, and auxiliary ventilation.
• Conduct detailed ventilation surveys and air quality monitoring to assess environmental conditions.
• Develop and implement strategies for controlling heat, dust, and potentially harmful gases.
• Perform complex ventilation network modeling using specialized software (e.g., Ventsim, Ventsim Visual).
• Analyze ventilation data to identify issues and propose effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with mine ventilation regulations and occupational health and safety standards.
• Collaborate with mine planning, geology, and safety departments to integrate ventilation requirements into mine design and operations.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on ventilation-related matters to operational teams.
• Manage ventilation projects, including budget control and contractor oversight.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of ventilation practices and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Ventilation.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in mine ventilation engineering, preferably in underground mining environments.
• Proven experience with mine ventilation modeling software and diagnostic tools.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and psychrometrics as applied to mine ventilation.
• Knowledge of relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations pertaining to mine ventilation in North West province.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and lead technical initiatives.
• Willingness to work on-site in the Mahikeng area, with occasional travel to other sites.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive medical aid, and a provident fund.
• Employees are provided with opportunities for professional development, specialized training, and career advancement within a leading mining group.
• This position is based in Mahikeng , offering a dynamic work environment within a significant mining region.
• We are committed to fostering a safe and healthy workplace, prioritizing the well‑being of our employees.