Ventilation Officer

MMG Limited; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in South Africa is seeking a Ventilation Officer to ensure the effective design and maintenance of ventilation systems in underground mining operations. Candidates must have a Diploma in Mining Engineering and at least 4 years of relevant experience, along with the ability to work under difficult conditions. The position offers a competitive salary and a family-friendly work environment.

Benefits

Dynamic and stimulating work environment

Good benefits

Family-friendly rosters

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years relevant experience in an underground mining environment.
• Willingness to work collaboratively and support Company Values.
• Ability to pass a Pre-employment Medical.

Responsibilities

• Perform ventilation-related measurements and surveys.
• Monitor and analyse performance of the ventilation systems.
• Ensure airflow is sufficient to remove contaminants.

Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Ability to work productively independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to work underground in difficult conditions

Education

Diploma in Mining Engineering

Advanced Certificate in Mine Environmental Control

Job description

Thank you for considering a career with us.

As a global resources company that mines, explores and develops base metal projects globally, MMG offers a wide variety of career pathways.

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We are MMG and we mine for progress

Khoemacau is a long‑life copper silver mine located in one of the most prospective mining regions in Africa, the Kalahari Copper Belt in Botswana.

In June 2021, Khoemacau completed construction of its low cost, c.60ktpa copper and c.1.6Mozpa silver metal in concentrate at full run rate. It completed ramp up of current operations to full production in Q4 2022. Khoemacau’s annual production is expected to be around 43,000 and 53,000 tonnes of copper in copper concentrate.

Ore at Khoemacau is mined from underground using the longhole stoping method and transported by truck on a 35km purpose‑built bitumen haul road to the Boseto processing plant. The copper concentrate is then transported by road to port and shipped to customers globally.

Drilling of and studies on its expansion project forecast a potential increase production to over 130ktpa copper and 5Mozpa silver (average run rate at full production) to unlock the full potential of its prized position in the emerging Kalahari Copper Belt.

Khoemacau employs around 1,800 people with 95% local employment from Botswana and has an estimated mine life of 20+ years.

Ventilation Officer

The primary role of the Ventilation Officer is to ensure the effective design, implementation, and maintenance of ventilation systems to safeguard the health and safety of underground mine personnel in an underground mining operation.

Responsibilities

• Performing a variety of ventilation‑related measurements and surveys, underground and on the surface.
• Interpreting results of surveys and having the capability of taking immediate and post‑measurement actions where required.
• Monitoring and analysing the performance of the existing ventilation systems.
• Overseeing and reporting on assessments and construction works.
• Ensuring that the airflow is sufficient to dilute and remove contaminants, such as dust, gases, and fumes, from the working areas.
• Collecting data on air quality, temperature, humidity, and gas levels within the mine.
• Analysing data to identify trends and potential issues in the ventilation systems.
• Ensuring that the mine’s ventilation system complies with safety and environmental regulations.
• Staying updated on the relevant industry standards and guidelines.

About You

• Diploma in Mining Engineering.
• Advanced Certificate in Mine Environmental Control.
• Applicant must have a minimum of 4 years relevant experience in an underground mining environment.
• Ability to work underground in difficult conditions for extended periods.
• Ability to work productively independently and as part of a team and to work across all levels of the organisation.
• A willingness to work collaboratively as a team and support the Company Values.
• Strong Communication Skills.
• Ability to pass a Pre‑employment Medical.

Only Botswana Citizens May Apply.

What we offer

• While developing the first fully mechanised underground mine in Botswana, we offer a dynamic and stimulating work environment, great culture, good benefits, a competitive salary and family‑friendly rosters.
• A safety‑first culture.
• A workplace that fosters diversity and inclusiveness, and supports our people with the systems, skills and behaviours required to live our values.
• Family‑friendly rosters.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes free confidential counselling, wellbeing services.

MMG has a global presence, owning and developing copper, zinc and other base metals projects across Australia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Peru and Botswana.

Our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity and inclusion and supports our people to grow.

We are guided by our values; think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and we want to be better.

Headquartered in Melbourne, we are listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEx 1208) with an international shareholder base.

As a company, MMG strives for the best in safety, environmental protection, production standards and overall operational excellence. We are an equal‑opportunity employer who values and respects diversity. We recognise the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate.

We invite you to apply and join us in our pursuit of efficient and sustainable mining operations.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members MMG Limited reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.

Advertised: 26 Nov 2025 South Africa Standard Time
Applications close: 29 Nov 2025 South Africa Standard Time