Senior Mining Engineer

Job Description: Senior Mining Engineer

Location: Johannesburg (occasional travel to Limpopo)

Position Type: Full-Time OR 6–8 Month Contract

Start Date: 1 July 2026

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mining Engineer to support one of our clients on a 6–8-month contract within their Reserves function. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on Ore Reserve declaration, reconciliation, and reporting.

This is not a purely advisory position, this role requires someone who is comfortable working in the detail, taking ownership of deliverables, and producing high-quality outputs. You will work closely with the client’s Competent Person (CP) and, while not required to sign off, your work must meet CP reporting standards.

Key Responsibilities

Mining Studies & Technical Delivery

• Lead and manage Life of Mine (LOM) planning across multiple operations.
• Review mining methods, development strategies, and optimisation opportunities.
• Update mine plans, production schedules, budgets, and cost models for both open-pit and underground operations.
• Compile and maintain Resource-to-Reserve documentation in line with client reporting standards.
• Support the Competent Person in Reserve reporting and, if required, act as a Reserve Specialist contributor.

Technical Integration & Collaboration

• Collaborate across disciplines including geotechnical, hydrology, tailings, processing, environmental, closure, and asset management.
• Use industry-standard software (Deswik and/or CADsmine) for planning, modelling, and simulation.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree OR Diploma in mining engineering (required).
• Postgraduate qualification, professional registration, or chartership (advantageous).

Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience in mine planning and/or Ore Reserves.
• Experience across both open-pit and underground operations is highly advantageous.
• Exposure to PGM operations will be beneficial.
• Demonstrated hands-on, on-mine experience, including direct involvement in Reserve-related activities (essential).

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in mine design and planning software (Deswik and/or CADsmine).
• Strong Excel and data analysis capability.
• Solid understanding of Ore Reserve estimation and reporting, with the ability to support CP sign-off processes.

Submit your application with the subject line MNE002-26 to ***email_hidden***