Senior Mining Engineer — Operations & Planning Leader

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and retirement fund

Travel allowances

Accommodation support

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Senior Mining Engineer in Mossel Bay to drive operational planning and strategic mining initiatives. You will lead a team of engineers and operators, optimize open-pit and underground plans, and ensure safety and environmental compliance across projects.

The role requires a strong track record in detailed mine planning, familiarity with Deswik/Vulcan/Surpac, and excellent leadership capabilities to deliver productivity improvements and sustainable results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive mining engineering experience with emphasis on operations and planning.
• Proven ability to develop and execute detailed mine plans for open-pit or underground operations.
• Proficiency with industry-standard mine planning and design software.
• Strong knowledge of SA mining regulations, safety protocols and environmental practices.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Practical experience across multiple commodities is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive mine plans, production schedules and strategies.
• Oversee daily mining operations ensuring safety, efficiency and resource utilization.
• Lead and mentor mining engineers, supervisors and operators to foster safety and continuous improvement.
• Conduct feasibility studies, economic evaluations and risk assessments for new projects and expansions.
• Utilize advanced mine planning software for design, scheduling and visualization.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and regulatory requirements in SA.
• Monitor costs, identify efficiency gains and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Collaborate with geological and processing teams to optimize extraction and recovery.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Vulcan

Surpac

Job description

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Senior Mining Engineer in Mossel Bay to drive operational planning and strategic mining initiatives. You will lead a team of engineers and operators, optimize open-pit and underground plans, and ensure safety and environmental compliance across projects.

The role requires a strong track record in detailed mine planning, familiarity with Deswik/Vulcan/Surpac, and excellent leadership capabilities to deliver productivity improvements and sustainable results.