Senior Mining Ventilation Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Relocation assistance

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mining Ventilation Engineer for Randburg, Gauteng to design, implement and optimize underground ventilation networks. You will model airflow, thermal conditions and gas behavior, and lead dust suppression and environmental control initiatives to maintain a safe workplace.

You will collaborate with mine planning, safety and production teams, mentor junior staff, and manage ventilation projects from design through commissioning.

Qualifications

• B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Mining/Mechanical Eng with ventilation specialization.
• 7+ years of underground mine ventilation experience.
• Strong knowledge of ventilation, thermodynamics, and mine gases.
• Proficient in ventilation modeling software (VENTSIM, MineCAD).
• Experience with dust monitoring and control technologies.
• Familiarity with SA mining legislation and safety practices.
• Excellent analytical and project management skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience in Gauteng or similar mining jurisdictions is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize mine ventilation networks for underground operations.
• Conduct airflow, thermal, and gas modeling to ensure environmental control.
• Develop and manage mine dust suppression and control strategies.
• Perform inspections and audits of ventilation systems and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Investigate and resolve ventilation issues including heat stress and gas contamination.
• Develop and maintain ventilation plans, surveys, and operational reports.
• Collaborate with mine planning, production, and safety departments to integrate ventilation requirements.
• Manage ventilation projects from installation to commissioning.
• Mentor junior ventilation engineers and technicians.

Skills

Ventilation design

Airflow modeling

Gas control

Dust suppression

Project management

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Education

B.Eng./B.Sc. in Mining/Mechanical Eng (Ventilation)

Tools

VENTSIM

MineCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent entity in the mining industry, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mining Ventilation Engineer to join their operations in Randburg, Gauteng. This critical role focuses on ensuring a safe, healthy, and productive underground working environment through the design, implementation, and optimization of mine ventilation systems. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of mine airflow dynamics, thermal management, gas control, and dust suppression. You will be responsible for conducting detailed analyses, developing ventilation strategies, and ensuring strict adherence to all relevant health and safety regulations. This position offers a significant opportunity to contribute to operational excellence and employee well-being within a key mining hub. We are looking for a proactive engineer with strong analytical skills and a proven ability to lead and innovate within the challenging field of mine ventilation. Join our client in Randburg and play a vital role in maintaining optimal conditions for underground mining.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize mine ventilation networks for underground operations.
• Conduct detailed airflow, thermal, and gas modeling to ensure environmental control.
• Develop and manage mine dust suppression and control strategies.
• Perform regular inspections and audits of ventilation systems, equipment, and environmental conditions.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory health, safety, and environmental regulations related to mine ventilation.
• Investigate and resolve ventilation-related issues, including heat stress and gas contamination.
• Develop and maintain ventilation plans, surveys, and operational reports.
• Collaborate with mine planning, production, and safety departments to integrate ventilation requirements.
• Manage ventilation projects, including the installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Mentor junior ventilation engineers and technicians.

Requirements

• B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Mining Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in ventilation.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in mine ventilation engineering, preferably in underground hard rock mining.
• Strong knowledge of ventilation principles, thermodynamics, and mine gases.
• Proficiency with mine ventilation modeling software (e.g., VENTSIM, MineCAD).
• Experience with dust monitoring and control technologies.
• Understanding of relevant South African mining legislation and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in the Gauteng province or similar mining jurisdictions is advantageous.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package reflecting experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Performance incentives and bonuses.
• Relocation assistance for candidates relocating to Randburg.
• Be part of a leading mining company with a strong commitment to safety and sustainability.
• Contribute directly to the health and safety of the workforce.