Senior Mining Engineer: Lead Mine Planning & Operations

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with incentives

Insurance package

Career development

Relocation assistance

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mining Engineer to oversee mine planning and operations at a Centurion site, focusing on strategic planning, design, and execution to maximize resource recovery while maintaining safety and environmental compliance. You will collaborate with geologists, surveyors, and operations teams to optimize production, improve efficiency, and manage the mine lifecycle.

The role requires extensive experience in underground and open-pit mining, with strong leadership and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in mine planning and operations.
• Proficiency in Deswik, Vulcan, or Surpac.

Responsibilities

• Develop short-term and long-term mine plans, including production schedules and resource utilization.
• Design safe and efficient mining methods for underground and open-pit operations.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new projects or expansions.
• Monitor performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations and policies.
• Supervise and mentor a team of mining engineers and technical staff.

Skills

Mine planning

Operations management

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mining Engineer to oversee mine planning and operations at a Centurion site, focusing on strategic planning, design, and execution to maximize resource recovery while maintaining safety and environmental compliance. You will collaborate with geologists, surveyors, and operations teams to optimize production, improve efficiency, and manage the mine lifecycle.

The role requires extensive experience in underground and open-pit mining, with strong leadership and