Senior Open-Pit Mining Engineer | Lead & Optimize

Placements24; Klerksdorp; In loco; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.500.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Life cover

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mining Engineer to oversee open-pit operations in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead a team of engineers and supervisors, drive long- and short-term mine planning, and ensure safety, efficiency, and cost control in a dynamic mining environment.

The role requires 8–10 years of open-pit experience, design and planning software proficiency (Surpac/Vulcan/Deswik), and a Pr.Eng designation is highly desirable.

Competenze

• 8–10 years of progressive experience in open-pit mining engineering focusing on planning and execution.
• Experience in mine design, resource modeling, and production planning with industry-standard software.
• Strong knowledge of drilling and blasting, fleet management, and mine surveying.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Pr.Eng with ECSA is highly desirable; on-site in Klerksdorp.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement short-term and long-term mine plans for open-pit operations.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for mine development projects.
• Optimize mine design parameters, including pit slope angles, bench heights, and haul road design.
• Oversee drilling, blasting, loading, and hauling operations to ensure efficiency and safety.
• Manage operational budgets and control costs effectively.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and mining regulations.
• Utilize mine planning software (e.g., Surpac, Vulcan, Deswik) for design and scheduling.
• Supervise and mentor mining engineers, geologists, and operational staff.
• Investigate and implement new technologies and best practices to improve mining performance.
• Prepare detailed reports on operational performance, production, and costs for senior management.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team mentorship

Pressure handling

Formazione

BSc or BEng in Mining Engineering

Strumenti

Surpac

Vulcan

Deswik

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mining Engineer to oversee open-pit operations in Klerksdorp, North West. You will lead a team of engineers and supervisors, drive long- and short-term mine planning, and ensure safety, efficiency, and cost control in a dynamic mining environment.

The role requires 8–10 years of open-pit experience, design and planning software proficiency (Surpac/Vulcan/Deswik), and a Pr.Eng designation is highly desirable.