Senior Mining Engineer: Lead Mine Planning & Operations

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Housing allowance

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Senior Mining Engineer to join a leading mining group near Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. You will oversee mine planning, production optimization, and supervision of mining operations at a major site, ensuring safety and efficiency.

You will develop production plans, optimize methods, monitor performance, mentor engineers, and collaborate with geologists and maintenance to drive continuous improvement while ensuring regulatory compliance and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field required.
• 7+ years of progressive mining operations experience with emphasis on mine planning and production.
• Experience in underground or open-pit mining operations.
• Strong knowledge of mine design software and planning tools.
• Solid understanding of mining regulations, safety practices, and environmental standards.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to manage teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; relocation to Nelspruit area may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement short- and medium-term mine production plans to meet targets.
• Optimize mining methods, equipment use, and resource allocation for efficiency and cost control.
• Oversee day-to-day mining operations ensuring safety and environmental standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
• Mentor and supervise engineers, supervisors, and operation personnel.
• Participate in mine planning/design activities including drilling, blasting, and material handling.
• Monitor production metrics, analyze data, and initiate corrective actions.
• Collaborate with geologists, metallurgists, and maintenance teams for seamless operations.
• Contribute to ongoing improvement of mining processes and technologies.
• Ensure adherence to mining regulations and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Decision making

Problem solving

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Mine design software

Planning tools

Job description

Placements24 invites applications for a Senior Mining Engineer to join a leading mining group near Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. You will oversee mine planning, production optimization, and supervision of mining operations at a major site, ensuring safety and efficiency.

You will develop production plans, optimize methods, monitor performance, mentor engineers, and collaborate with geologists and maintenance to drive continuous improvement while ensuring regulatory compliance and cost-effectiveness.