Mechanical Engineer - Open Cast Mining

Recruiter:

The Recruiters

Job Ref:

MW09062025A

Date posted:

Monday, June 9, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable

SUMMARY:
Exciting opportunity on the mines near Rustenburg.

POSITION INFO:

Our Engineering Recruitment desk currently has a vacancy for a Mechanical Engineer. Our client is a multifaceted mining and commodity trading enterprise, primarily engaged in mining, processing ores, and distributing the resultant product to a vast international consumer base.

The successful candidate will be based fulltime on their New Mining Operation close to Rustenburg. It’s for a Chrome Ore and PGE Open Pit Operation.

Requirements:

Qualifications: Mechanical Engineer (MechEng) with Governmental Ticket (GCC).
10 years’ experience in open cast mining environment.
Solid relationships with DMRe and MHSa 1993.

Responsibilities in Open-Cast Mining:

Designing and selecting equipment for drilling, blasting, and earthmoving.
Overseeing the installation and operation of conveyor systems.
Developing maintenance schedules and procedures for mining equipment.
Conducting regular inspections and maintenance of mechanical systems.
Analyzing equipment performance data and identifying areas for improvement.
Working with other engineers and technicians to solve technical problems.
Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.

If you meet ALL the above requirements and you’re ready to take on a new challenge then email your CV to .

Please note – only candidates who meet the above requirements will be contacted.

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