Senior Mining Engineer: Lead Safe, Efficient Ops

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Mining Engineer to oversee daily operations at a site near Tembisa, Gauteng. The role focuses on safe, efficient extraction and production planning, requiring leadership of supervisors and operators across underground and open-pit operations.

The ideal candidate will drive optimization using Deswik, Surpac, and AutoCAD, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and collaborate with geologists, surveyors, and other professionals to deliver integrated mining

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive mining operations experience, with ≥3 in supervisory/engineering roles.
• Proficiency in mine planning and design software: Deswik, Surpac, AutoCAD.
• Strong knowledge of underground and open-pit mining principles.
• Good understanding of mine health and safety legislation and practices.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience with mobile fleet management is a plus.
• Registration with ECSA as a Pr.Eng is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor mine plans to meet production targets.
• Oversee daily mining activities, ensuring safety and standards.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to identify and mitigate risks.
• Manage and lead a team of mine supervisors, operators, and support staff.
• Optimize mining methods and equipment utilization for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare detailed operational reports including production statistics, cost analyses, and safety performance.
• Collaborate with geologists, surveyors, and other disciplines for seamless operations.
• Implement and maintain best practices in ventilation, ground control, and dewatering.
• Stay abreast of new mining technologies and techniques to enhance performance.

Skills

Mine planning

Leadership

Safety management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Site supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Pr.Eng / ECSA registration desirable

Tools

Deswik

Surpac

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Mining Engineer to oversee daily operations at a site near Tembisa, Gauteng. The role focuses on safe, efficient extraction and production planning, requiring leadership of supervisors and operators across underground and open-pit operations.

The ideal candidate will drive optimization using Deswik, Surpac, and AutoCAD, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and collaborate with geologists, surveyors, and other professionals to deliver integrated mining