SUMMARY:
Elevate Mining Innovation – Join Us as a Senior Backfill Engineer!
POSITION INFO:
Company and Job Description:
Are you a seasoned mining or process engineer passionate about innovative backfill and tailings solutions? We’re looking for a Senior Backfill Engineer to drive cutting-edge design, research, and project delivery across local and global mining operations. This is your chance to be part of a forward-thinking engineering team making meaningful impact in the mining sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead conceptual, feasibility, and detailed engineering designs for backfill systems.
- Develop and implement laboratory testing protocols for paste, hydraulic, and cemented rockfill.
- Participate in process R&D and pilot testing programs.
- Conduct site audits, troubleshooting, and performance assessments of backfill and mine infrastructure systems.
- Manage engineering deliverables and support construction and commissioning phases.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing across teams.
- Prepare and review proposals, technical reports, and specifications.
- Ensure all work complies with relevant HSE legislation and internal policies.
- Travel to project sites as needed.
Job Experience & Skills Required:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical, Metallurgical, or Process Engineering.
- 15+ years in mining consulting or operations with deep expertise in backfill, tailings, or material handling systems.
- Strong experience with design and commissioning of paste fill, hydraulic fill, and CRF plants.
- Knowledge of slurry transport modeling and underground distribution systems.
- Hands-on experience with laboratory testing protocols for rheology, thickening, and UCS.
- Registration with ECSA (or eligible).
- Proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and relevant design software.
- Valid South African driver’s license and willingness to travel.
- A proactive, safety-first mindset and strong leadership capabilities.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.
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