Mining Activity Engineer OC; D1;PGS031/23GS at Seriti

The role:

• The Mining Activity Engineer reports to the Mine Manger
• Key performance areas will include, but will not be limited to:
• Compiling designs, detailed plans, and short-term schedules for major mining activities on the mine
• Compiling of weekly/monthly/quarterly and annual reconciliations as part of compliance to plan reporting
• Supply required information for weekly marketing and management plans
• Assist in compiling weekly review (planning) meetings presentation(s), as well as the monthly planning meeting
• Liaising with other Activity Engineers with regards to integration of mine plans
• Liaising with various other departments including, but not limited, Survey, Geology, Environmental, Mining, Metallurgy and Engineering
• Assist with annual budget/LOM process
• Complication of Cut risk assessments for the leading cuts

You will need:

• National Diploma/Degree in Mining Engineering OR relevant Opencast mining qualifications with recognition and recommendation for prior learning / experience
• Minimum 6 years’ total experience in coal mining with:
• 2 years’ experience as appointed foreman / supervisor in open cast mining OR
• 2 years’ experience as Planning Officer in mine planning
• Experience with Mine Planning software including, but not limited to, Deswik, XPAC, 3D-dig Microstation, Talpac, Dragsim
• Knowledge of opencast mining activities and coal processing
• An appreciation of legislation relating to the mining industry, as well as applicable procedures
• Ability to work under pressure and variable workload
• Be willing and able to work overtime and over weekends if and when the requirement arises
• Good analytical capabilities
• Good communication (verbal and written) skills
• A high regard for safety with relevant safety management training (i.e: S2 ORMP certificate)
• Computer literacy and working knowledge of Microsoft Office package (Excel, Word, Power-point, and Outlook)
• Valid driver’s license and own transport
• In possession or able to obtain a valid Certificate of Fitness 

Advantageous:

• Mine Overseer’s Certificate of Competence
• Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency
• Coaching & Mentoring training completed
• C-MIRM certificate
• Supervisory and management Development

Closing date: 11 July 2023