Senior Mining Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Accommodation and travel support

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of our client, seeks a Senior Mining Engineer to join their Kimberley team to lead underground mining planning and execution. You will optimize methods, supervise operations, ensure safety and environmental compliance, and drive efficiency to meet production targets.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of eight years in underground mining, a Bachelors in Mining Engineering, and hands-on experience with Deswik and Vulcan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in underground mining engineering and operations.
• Proficiency with Deswik and Vulcan mine planning software and surveying tools.
• Strong understanding of mining methods, rock mechanics, and ventilation systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Experience in the South African mining context is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed mine plans and production schedules, focusing on safety and efficiency.
• Oversee mining operations, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct feasibility studies and technical reviews for new mining projects or expansions.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and operational staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Mining Engineer to join their operational team in Kimberley . This role is crucial for providing technical expertise and leadership in the planning, design, and execution of mining activities. You will be responsible for optimizing mining methods, ensuring safety compliance, and driving operational efficiency to meet production targets. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in mining engineering principles, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to implementing best practices in a challenging underground mining environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed mine plans and production schedules, focusing on safety and efficiency.
• Oversee mining operations, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct feasibility studies and technical reviews for new mining projects or expansions.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and operational staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in underground mining engineering and operations.
• Proficiency with mine planning software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan) and surveying tools.
• Strong understanding of mining methods, rock mechanics, and ventilation systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Experience in the South African mining context is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Performance bonus opportunities based on operational achievements.
• Accommodation and travel support for site-based work.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a leading mining organization.
• A dynamic role contributing to the success of significant mining operations in Kimberley .