Senior Mining Engineer - Operations Management

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary with incentives

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Mining Engineer to contribute to operational excellence in Centurion, Gauteng. The role covers mine planning, production scheduling, and adoption of new mining technologies.

It is a hybrid position with on-site oversight and remote planning tasks, offering a pathway to leadership in a forward-thinking, safety-conscious company. You will lead short- and long-term plans, manage drilling, blasting, loading, and hauling operations, and mentor junior

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in mining engineering with open-pit or underground operations focus.
• Proficiency in mine planning and design software (Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac).
• Strong leadership, communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee short-term and long-term mine plans aligned with production targets and economics.
• Manage and optimize daily mining operations: drilling, blasting, loading, hauling.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new projects or expansions.
• Implement health, safety, and environmental standards and monitor compliance.
• Utilize mine planning software to generate schedules and optimize resources.
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff to foster safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Mining Engineer to contribute to their operational excellence in Centurion, Gauteng. This role demands a strategic thinker adept at optimizing mining operations, managing resources effectively, and ensuring the safe and efficient extraction of minerals. You will play a key part in mine planning, production scheduling, and the implementation of new mining technologies. This hybrid position requires on-site presence for crucial operational oversight and collaboration, complemented by the flexibility to work remotely on planning and analysis tasks. Join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and sustainability in the mining sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee short-term and long-term mine plans, ensuring alignment with production targets and economic objectives.
• Manage and optimize daily mining operations, including drilling, blasting, loading, and hauling activities.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new mining projects or expansions.
• Implement and monitor adherence to stringent health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Utilize mine planning software to generate schedules, assess equipment needs, and optimize resource allocation.
• Supervise and mentor junior mining engineers and technical staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in mining engineering, with a strong focus on open-pit or underground operations management.
• Proficiency in mine planning and design software (e.g., Deswik, Vulcan, Surpac).
• Solid understanding of mine ventilation, ground control, and blasting techniques.
• Experience with operational budgeting, cost control, and production reporting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of office and remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities and support for further certifications.
• Engagement in significant mining projects with substantial operational impact.