Mine Planner

Requirements :

• Bachelors Degree in Mining Engineering (or equivalent qualification recognized by SANQA or international equivalent).
• Minimum of 10 years experience in mining, with at least 5 years in open pit / open cast long-term and strategic planning (kimberlite experience advantageous).
• Proficiency in mine planning software, such as Datamine, Whittle, Surpac, Maptek, AutoCAD, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of open pit mining practices, geotechnical principles, load and haul systems, and drill & blast techniques.
• Experience in mine budgeting, cost forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Proven ability to update and create resource and reserve models for planning and geological integration.
• Analytical with excellent attention.
• Accountable for coordinating and integrating the overall mine planning process to ensure that all long-term and strategic plans are optimized, realistic, and precise.
• The role involves producing, maintaining, and optimizing mine designs and schedules, ensuring alignment with the corporate strategy, production targets, and operational requirements.
• Develop and maintain long-term and strategic mine plans in line with company objectives.
• Produce medium-term planning and mine scheduling, aligned with operational targets.
• Conduct mine design, pit optimization, and scheduling using industry-standard software.
• Review and interpret geological and resource models to create accurate and realistic plans.
• Advise mine management on fleet requirements, equipment utilization, and consumables planning.
• Mentor and train Junior Planners and review short-term plans.
• Present mine plans, schedules, and strategic recommendations to management and external stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards while integrating geotechnical, MRM, and economic considerations into planning.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams to align mine plans with production and financial goals.