Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 (Matric)
Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering or related qualification
Minimum 35 years experience in a mining planning role
Previous mining contractor experience (non-negotiable)
Experience in underground mining (platinum environment advantageous)
Proficient in mine planning software (e.g. Mine RP, Deswik, Datamine, Surpac or similar)
Advanced MS Excel and reporting skills
Sound knowledge of the Mine Health & Safety Act
Valid Drivers License Advantageous:
Mine Overseer Certificate of Competency
Exposure to mechanised and/or conventional underground operations
Experience in budgeting, cost tracking and contractor performance monitoring Advantageous:
Mine Overseer Certificate of Competency
Exposure to mechanised and/or conventional underground operations
Experience in budgeting and cost tracking Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain short-term and medium-term mine plans
Compile daily, weekly and monthly production schedules
Monitor production performance against plan and report variances
Coordinate planning inputs with Mining, Engineering, Geology and Survey departments
Identify production bottlenecks and recommend corrective actions
Track equipment availability and optimise resource utilisation
Participate in planning and production meetings
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory standards
Prepare detailed operational and planning reports Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
High attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Strong communication and coordination skills
