Senior Mining Analyst

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary package with bonus

Top-tier medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development/international

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Senior Mining Analyst to join our corporate team in a hybrid role near Mahikeng, North West. The role focuses on providing data-driven insights to support strategic decisions across mining portfolios.

The candidate will lead financial evaluations, build models, and chart investment opportunities while collaborating with finance, operations, and exploration teams. A strong background in mining economics and analytics is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering (Mining, Metallurgical, Chemical) or related quantitative field.
• Master’s degree or MBA highly desirable.
• Minimum 7 years of financial analysis, investment evaluation, or strategic planning experience, preferably within the Mining industry or closely related sectors.
• Strong proficiency in financial modelling, valuation techniques, and data analysis using Excel and other analytical tools.
• Excellent understanding of mining operations, economics, and commodity markets.
• Proven ability to interpret complex data, identify key drivers, and formulate strategic recommendations.
• Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Experience working in a hybrid or remote environment, demonstrating self-discipline and effective time management.
• Familiarity with mining software and databases is an advantage.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CFA) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of mining projects, including feasibility studies, economic evaluations, and risk assessments.
• Monitor and analyze global commodity markets, geopolitical factors, and industry trends impacting the Mining sector.
• Evaluate the financial performance of existing operations and identify opportunities for cost optimization and value enhancement.
• Develop and maintain financial models, forecasting tools, and performance dashboards for senior management.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and recommendations on strategic initiatives, investment opportunities, and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, business development, and exploration teams to gather data and provide analytical support.
• Perform due diligence on potential acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
• Benchmark operational performance against industry peers and best practices.
• Stay abreast of new technologies, analytical methodologies, and software relevant to mining analysis.
• Contribute to the development of long-term corporate strategy and capital allocation frameworks.

Skills

Financial modelling

Valuation techniques

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

CFA (desirable)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering (Mining, Metallurgical, Chemical), or related quantitative field

Master’s degree or MBA

Tools

Excel

Mining software

Analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in the Mining sector, is seeking a highly analytical and strategically minded Senior Mining Analyst to join their corporate team, operating with a hybrid model near their Mahikeng, North West operations. This role is instrumental in providing critical insights and data-driven recommendations to support strategic decision-making across the company's diverse mining portfolio. The Senior Mining Analyst will be responsible for evaluating mining projects, market trends, financial performance, and operational efficiencies. This position demands exceptional quantitative skills, a deep understanding of the mining value chain, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable business intelligence. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping investment strategies, operational improvements, and risk management initiatives within a challenging and dynamic global industry. This is an opportunity to influence high-level corporate strategy in the heart of South Africa's mining landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of mining projects, including feasibility studies, economic evaluations, and risk assessments.
• Monitor and analyze global commodity markets, geopolitical factors, and industry trends impacting the Mining sector.
• Evaluate the financial performance of existing operations and identify opportunities for cost optimization and value enhancement.
• Develop and maintain financial models, forecasting tools, and performance dashboards for senior management.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and recommendations on strategic initiatives, investment opportunities, and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, business development, and exploration teams to gather data and provide analytical support.
• Perform due diligence on potential acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
• Benchmark operational performance against industry peers and best practices.
• Stay abreast of new technologies, analytical methodologies, and software relevant to mining analysis.
• Contribute to the development of long-term corporate strategy and capital allocation frameworks.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering (Mining, Metallurgical, Chemical), or a related quantitative field.
• A Master's degree or MBA is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in financial analysis, investment evaluation, or strategic planning, preferably within the Mining industry or closely related sectors.
• Strong proficiency in financial modelling, valuation techniques, and data analysis using Excel and other analytical tools.
• Excellent understanding of mining operations, economics, and commodity markets.
• Proven ability to interpret complex data, identify key drivers, and formulate strategic recommendations.
• Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Experience working in a hybrid or remote environment, demonstrating self-discipline and effective time management.
• Familiarity with mining software and databases is an advantage.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CFA) are a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive executive salary package, commensurate with the seniority and strategic importance of this role, complemented by a significant bonus structure.
• Comprehensive benefits include top-tier medical aid, a generous provident fund, and opportunities for extensive professional development and international exposure.
• This hybrid role provides flexibility, allowing you to balance work effectively while contributing strategically to operations near Mahikeng, North West.