Mine Designer / Planner

Recruiter:

Be Different Recruitment

Job Ref:

3346690634

Date posted:

Friday, February 6, 2026

Location:

Randburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

In order to be considered the following is required:

Mine Planning Training (Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology or related qualification is advantageous)
Proficiency in 3D mine design and modelling software
Previous involvement in feasibility study design work
Understanding of various mining methods (open pit, strip mining, narrow tabular, massive mining, bord and pillar), ground conditions and practical design constraints
Strong technical reporting and communication skills
Ability to deliver high-quality design outputs independently within tight timelines

Responsibilities:

Develop mine layouts (access, production sections, ventilation and/or geotechnical considerations, materials handling, manpower requirements, fleet of equipment)
Create a 3D mine design/model using industry software (Deswik, Surpac, MicroMine or equivalent)
Integrate geological block models with mine design to optimise reserves and resource utilisation
Test multiple design scenarios and provide comparative outputs for feasibility analysis
Generate mine design drawings, sections, and figures for inclusion in technical reports
Support scheduling and production estimates based on designs
Work closely with the project teams to ensure designs align with safety, environmental and operational requirements
Work closely with the operations teams to monitor actual production and develop ongoing short term and long term mine planning

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