Senior Mining Engineering Consultant - Project Lead

JVR Software; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Circuit in Tshwane seeks a Senior Mining Engineering Consultant to lead and deliver technical engineering solutions for mining clients. The role includes guiding projects, conducting feasibility assessments, optimizing equipment performance, and providing cross-operational engineering support.

You will conduct audits, prepare reports and CPRs, while mentoring junior staff and developing strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• BEng in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 515 years of relevant experience.
• At least 2 years of consulting experience is preferable.
• Experience across project development and operational phases.
• Strong technical, communication, project management and client relationship skills.
• Commercial awareness, initiative, problem-solving ability and a results-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical engineering design, assessments and technical studies.
• Evaluate equipment condition, asset registers and remaining asset life.
• Work on mine infrastructure, including shafts, hoisting systems, conveyors, pumping, dewatering and ventilation.
• Select and specify mechanical equipment and prepare capital and operating cost estimates.
• Conduct technical audits, due diligence and trade-off studies.
• Support maintenance planning, equipment reliability, commissioning and operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance with relevant mining safety regulations and engineering standards.
• Manage projects, prepare technical reports and Competent Persons Reports (CPRs).
• Develop client relationships and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Mechanical design

Asset life evaluation

Mine infrastructure

Cost estimation

CPRs

Project leadership

Client relationship

Maintenance planning

Safety compliance

Technical reporting

Education

BEng in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Career Circuit in Tshwane seeks a Senior Mining Engineering Consultant to lead and deliver technical engineering solutions for mining clients. The role includes guiding projects, conducting feasibility assessments, optimizing equipment performance, and providing cross-operational engineering support.

You will conduct audits, prepare reports and CPRs, while mentoring junior staff and developing strong client relationships.