Current Job Openings at Anglo American

Job Description:
In fulfilling the Case Manager Clinical Care & Compliance your responsibilities will include:

• Clinical Care Case Management 
• Oversee the end-to-end management of clinical cases, ensuring appropriate care coordination and medical interventions in line with the Case Management Procedure.
• Monitor individual cases ensure they are receiving appropriate medical care in accordance with best clinical practices and company protocols.
• Ensure that all cases are managed within the scope of the Mine Health and Safety Act or Occupational Health and Safety Act (as applicable) and other relevant legislation and Attend final rehabilitation meetings prior to patient discharge to ensure smooth transition back to social life.
• Act as the main point of contact for injured or ill employees, Anglo Platinum, COIDA insurers and medical aids, and external service providers of trauma and emergency medical care.
• Liaise with rehabilitation providers to coordinate early interventions, rehabilitation programs, and return-to-work strategies.
• Communicate regularly with patients and their families to provide support and updates on their condition and care plans.
• Monitor T&EMC cases against benchmarks for Return-To-Work (RTW) using MD Guidelines or other benchmarks as established by the Head of Health for Anglo Platinum from time to time; when benchmarks are exceeded institute immediate case investigation.
• Implementation of Case Management Procedure 
• Ensure that case management is performed on all cases as defined in the Case Management Procedure, incl. IOD cases, non-IOD priority one cases on mine premises, injuries covered by Rand Mutual Assurance (RMA), and injuries sustained through interpersonal conflict relating to organized labour matters. 
• Communicate case details to the Head of Health and Wellness, Principal Occupational Health and Wellness, and relevant stakeholders during the primary and secondary transfers of patients. 
• Provide regular updates on patients as defined in the Case Management Procedure, incl. ICU, high care, general wards, or post-operation, as recorded in the Case Management Procedure. 
• Ensure compliance with informed consent requirements for sharing of confidential medical information and maintain accurate records of verbal and written consent. 
• Generate weekly and monthly reports on all managed cases, including rehabilitation cases, and communicate these to appropriate stakeholders. 
• In the event of patient death, ensure immediate communication with the Head of Health and other relevant stakeholders and monitor for compliance with legal and regulatory protocols, including the relevant DMRE CoP.
• Standardization and Maintenance of Clinical Documents
• Develop, standardize, and maintain clinical documentation and ensure clinical documents meet regulatory requirements and reflect the latest medical standards and practices.
• Collaborate with Senior OMPs, CPNs and clinical teams to ensure consistent application of clinical guidelines and procedures.
• Maintain the clinical document repository.
• Training Coordination for Clinical Staff 
• Coordinate training programs for clinical staff in Anglo Platinum Health and Wellness to ensure employees remain updated and proficient in their clinical skills.
• Develop and implement training schedules in collaboration with clinical leaders to address gaps in knowledge and competency across trauma, emergency care, and general occupational health.
• Oversee maintenance of training records by Occupational Health and Wellness sites.
• Monitor the effectiveness of training initiatives and report outcomes to relevant stakeholders.
• Monitoring, Reporting, and Data Management 
• Assume the role of Data Stewardship for clinical case management and training data management.
• Review active cases on the Health Care Management System (QMED) to check historical information that may influence acute case management; communicate the information appropriately to influence clinical care.
• Maintain the integrity of the T&EMC Case Management database including, but not limited to, accurate and current clinical updates, disability assessment outcomes, and confirmation of informed consent status.
• Monitor the completion of actions by Occupational Health and Wellness Sites in the T&EMC internal audit tool in Isometrix and assist Sites with compliance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Health Science, or a related field

Certifications 

• Valid EB/Code 08 driver’s licence
• Registration with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) or equivalent regulatory body.
• AMA Guidelines certification (desirable)

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience 
• Professional Nurse with training experience as well as Case and Trauma management ) preferred

Technical knowledge(experience) required for role: 

• Experience in managing trauma and emergency cases, as well as rehabilitation and chronic illness management.
• Experience in clinical case management, preferably in occupational health, insurance, or healthcare sectors.
• Experience in standardizing clinical documents and coordinating clinical training programs.
• Experience in the mining or heavy industry sector.
• Experience working with healthcare compensation systems (e.g., COIDA, Workmen’s Compensation).

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Job Description:
As our MT Mine Planning Engineer (Sishen & Kolomela)your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Safe and Healthy Work Environment
• Incorporate safety, health, and environmental considerations into designs and project work.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment for workers and contractors to deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.
• Ensure environmental impact is within statutory requirements to comply with regulations.
• Performance and Delivery
• Medium-Term Mine Planning:
• Develop Medium-Term (5-year, budget, 12-month) schedules and mine plans.
• Provide technical expertise and input to medium-term planning.
• Analyze and incorporate geological data to refine medium-term mine plans.
• Coordinate with other departments to align mine planning with operational and strategic goals.
• Compliance:
• Ensure discipline compliance with external legislative, regulatory, and permitting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Anglo American standards and other relevant legal, environmental, occupational health and safety, and risk management standards.
• Develop and enforce compliance governance within the discipline context.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Contribute to continuous improvement and asset optimisation initiatives to enhance mining processes.
• Stay updated on mining planning developments to initiate and implement projects and improvement initiatives that support business profitability and growth.
• Stakeholder Management:
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, and contractors.
• Prepare and present reports and updates to stakeholders on planning and operational progress.
• Budget and Cost Control Management:
• Support the implementation of projects within defined timescales and budgets to ensure accurate cash flow forecasts.
• Manage the scope, timelines, and cost of mining consultants on projects.
• Data Management and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of mine planning activities and project status.
• This role is in the Technical & Strategy (T&S) discipline at a 6.11 level reporting to Principal Mining Engineer (Planning)

Qualifications:

• National Diploma in Mining Engineering/Planning
• Engineering Degree/BTech in Mining Engineering/Planning Advantageous
• SA Drivers Licence

Technical Knowledge

• 3-5 years of relevant experience conducting open-pit mining planning.
• Mining engineering open-pit experience, both operational and technical.
• A positive track record of delivering quality mine planning and mining engineering outputs.
• A positive track record in managing safety, health, and environmental aspects.
• An appreciation of legislation relating to the mining industry and applicable procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
   

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Job Description:
As our Mine Reconciliation Engineer (Kolomela)of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Consistently apply safety and health principles in all site interactions within and beyond the site Supervisor's work area.
• Identify specific risks within the working area and adhere to discipline-specific plans/systems to avoid these risks.
• Ensure mining plans and designs adhere to safety regulations and environmental standards and propose measures to mitigate potential risks.
• Active participation in VFLs, Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.
• Performance and Delivery
• Value Chain Reconciliation:
• Maximize the efficiency of data operations with seamless coordination of all data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Mine to plan Compliance:
• Measure spatial compliance monthly to plan compliance efforts effectively.
• Prepare a monthly compliance report to assess adherence to the plan.
• Take immediate action to address any deviations from the compliance plan.
• Ensure compliance meets regulations and creates a safer and more sustainable environment for employees and the surrounding community.
• Plan to plan compliance:
• Measure spatial and volumetric plans using appropriate tools and techniques such as laser measurement devices, 3D scanners, or BIM software.
• Report monthly plan-to-plan compliance results, compile all relevant data, and create a clear and concise report highlighting any non-compliance areas and providing suggestions for improvement.
• Address compliance deviations, investigate the root cause of the deviation, propose corrective actions, and communicate with relevant stakeholders to ensure that the issue is resolved promptly and effectively.
• This role is in the Technical & Integrated Planning (T&IP) NC discipline at a 6.10 level reporting to Specialist Mine Reconciliation Sishen & Kolomela

Qualifications:

• Relevant National Diploma (NQF6)
• Relevant Technical Degree or BTech Engineering (NQF7) Advantageous
• SA Drivers Licence

Technical Knowledge

• 3-5 Years of operational experience in open-cast mining and related operations.
• Specialized knowledge in Mining Engineering, including mineral extraction, mine design, and geotechnical engineering.
• Familiarity with relevant legislation, such as MHSA, to ensure compliance and safety within the mining environment.
• Proficiency in project management, planning/scheduling, and understanding of the unique challenges faced in mining.
• Ability to apply the mine planning cycle, including exploration, design, construction, and operations.
• Understanding of financial metrics, budgeting tools, and cost analysis.
• Knowledge of risk management techniques and critical controls, including hazard identification and mitigation strategies.
• Awareness of safety, health, and environmental requirements and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in mine scheduling software, such as Surpac, Xecure, and MicroStation, for effective mine planning and scheduling.

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Job Description:
As our Mine Operations Planning Engineer (Sishen & Kolomela)of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Safety, Health, and Environment
• Consistently apply safety and health principles in all site interactions within and beyond the site Supervisor's work area.
• Identify specific risks within the working area and adhere to discipline-specific plans/systems to avoid these risks.
• Ensure mining plans and designs adhere to safety regulations and environmental standards and propose measures to mitigate potential risks.
• Performance and Delivery
• Mine Operations Planning:
• Meet mining objectives by ensuring all planning systems are up to date and aligned with the 12-month plan through continuous liaison with OMS specialists and alignment of deployment strategies.
• Ensure the 3-month mine plan has sufficient detail to construct weekly plans for loading and hauling, drilling and blasting, associated infrastructure work, waste dumping locations and spaces, and Mine Designs.
• Ensure that the monthly plan caters to the short-term HME capabilities, ore blending, and ore flow (crushing and stockpiling) of different material types and classes.
• Ensure plans are adjusted according to operating conditions, rain forecast, geological deviations, and plant needs, aligning with appropriate change management processes.
• Construct terms of reference to specify inputs into monthly plans – consult with different stakeholders to ensure realistic productivity assumptions.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve the short-term planning processes to minimise changes and maximise stability.
• Create plans following the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Mine’s regulations that are within budget and direct mine production activities to achieve short-term targets.
• Review the plan design with mine production and ensure that the plan tonnages, quality, rehabilitation, and safety comply with longer-term plans.
• The Work: Key Outputs and Accountabilities
• Partakes in reconciliation processes by releasing quality and reconcilable plans and contributing towards the gathering process.
• Ensure that infrastructure planning is aligned with shorter-term plans (including road positioning, electrical and water networks).
• Attend pit visits and all other meetings necessary to channel the operation back to the 3-month plan.
• Undertake tasks as assigned on implementing the Anglo Operating Model in Operational Mine Planning.
• Data management and validation:
• Analyse & ensure that the generated output path is aligned with the inputs provided in the input meeting.
• Consider the impacts of operational challenges on output rates presented in input meetings and be able to challenge them.
• QAQC:
• Change management & tracking of block shape change request and their alignment with Master Survey Layout.
• Ad-Hoc Projects:
• Support the section Manager Mine Planning to evaluate Ad-hoc projects and new technology.
• This role is in the Technical & Integrated Planning (T&IP) NC discipline at a 6.11 level reporting to Section Manager MT Planning

Qualifications:

• National Diploma in Mining Engineering
• BTech/BSc/BEng Advantageous
• SA Drivers Licence

Technical Knowledge

• Specialized knowledge in Mining Engineering, including mineral extraction, mine design, and geotechnical engineering.
• Familiarity with relevant legislation, such as MHSA, to ensure compliance and safety within the mining environment.
• Proficiency in project management, planning/scheduling, and understanding of the unique challenges faced in mining.
• Ability to apply the mine planning cycle, including exploration, design, construction, and operations.
• Understanding of financial metrics, budgeting tools, and cost analysis.
• Knowledge of risk management techniques and critical controls, including hazard identification and mitigation strategies.
• Awareness of safety, health, and environmental requirements and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in mine scheduling software, such as OPMS, Deswik, Xecure, and MicroStation, for effective mine planning and scheduling.

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Job Description:
Audit Planning and Scheduling

• Assist with the development of an annual plan for operational risk and capital project audit projects for the Group, based on assessment of key risks and an assurance framework covering operations and capital projects.
• Audit Project Management
• Assist with the delivery of the operational risk assurance plan for the Group.  Plan, resource and manage delivery of operation and capital project audits so that projects are delivered on time ensuring consistent application of methodology and standards.
• Conducting audits
• Ensure that all assignments are conducted in accordance with ABAS standards, methodology and are in line with the annual plan.
• Deliver audits in a way that acts as a catalyst for change and improvement.
• Audit Analysis
• Assist with conducting analysis of Operational Risk Assurance audit findings within Group to identify themes and issues for management to address.  Communicate findings to HR&A’s and other stakeholders regarding ramifications of control weaknesses.
• Verification of management actions
• Prepare analysis of actions arising from Operational Risk Assurance audit findings within Group as they are closed by management to obtain evidence for T&S/subject matter experts to verify adequacy of action taken by management.
• Audit Committee/Risk and Assurance Meetings
• Assist with the preparation of all Operational Risk Assurance papers for the business audit, safety & sustainable development committees or operational management for review by line manager.
• Assist with the preparation of submissions of Operational Risk Assurance results for AA plc audit, sustainability committees for review by line manager.
• Attend meetings and participate as necessary in the presentation of key audit and risk matters to executive management or audit and safety & sustainable development committees.
• ABAS/T&S Assurance Meetings
• Contribute to the development of Operational Risk Assurance through active participation in ABAS Assurance management meetings and discussions.  Contribute to the development of the methodology for Operational Risk Assurance.
• Health, Safety & Environment:
• Demonstrate behaviour in line with health, safety and environmental standards and with the Group’s values.
• Adhere to the health, safety and environmental expectations for your team ensuring your behaviour meets the required standards.
• Participate in relevant safety audits, inspections and observations, and address issues.
• Participate in the monthly Anglo Platinum HPI management calls.
• People / Team:
• Demonstrate behaviour in line with the Group’s values, standards and a professional workplace.
• Develop your performance in line with the Group’s policies and systems (e.g. performance management, talent management) in order to achieve business goals. As part of this:
• Develop a clear and aligned work plan;
• Foster a constructive and productive working environment;
• Drive delivery of objectives and being accountable for your work.
• Participate as an effective team member in working collaboratively with your leader, peers and relevant others (including from other teams) to achieve business goals.
• Contribute to the broader business by working with others in such a way that it optimises the overall business results, rather than just your team’s.
• Financial:
• Identify any opportunities for improved cost management and either address these, or raise them with your manager as appropriate.
• Work Processes:
• Identify and escalate gaps in policy & system design, implementation or execution that are negatively impacting on your performance and initiate action to address these issues, considering the impact on suppliers and customers.

Qualifications:

• Engineering university degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or similar).
• Operational or project experience in mining / minerals sector.

Technical Knowledge: 

• Relevant company policies, procedures, standards and controls including Group Technical Standards.
• Operational, social and environmental challenges in mining / minerals sector.
• Apply a broad range of data analytical techniques to draw conclusions and optimise performance.
• Apply Governance and Compliance knowledge within the business to mitigate risk and identify new ways to assess adherence.
• Understand the “bigger picture” and how this drives projects and business cases.

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Job Description:
As our Specialist Occupational Medical Practitionersome of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Safety, Health, and Environment
• Adhere to all safety, health and environmental practices and requirements.
• SHE policies and procedures:
• Escalate all unsafe practices or risks to the direct supervisor/manager.
• Support good housekeeping in the department and on-site to ensure compliance.
• Active participation in VFLs, Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.
• Performance and Delivery
• Medical Capacity Management
• Manage and coordinate medical evaluation cases for the mine to ensure the efficient and optimal functioning of the health system, reduce risks, and ensure compliance.
• Oversee and direct injury-on-duty (IOD) cases during and after working hours, ensuring swift medical response, accurate case tracking, and minimal operational disruption.
• Collaborate with relevant departments to ensure that medical findings and recommendations are integrated into the overall health strategy of the mine.
• Medical Audit and Compliance
• Provide expert advice during medical audits, ensuring conformance with the Mine Health and Safety Act and other applicable regulations.
• Coordinate workplace medical visits to monitor and assess health and safety conditions, ensuring proactive risk identification and effective health system functioning.
• Support the audit teams by presenting critical insights on medical practices and contributing to corrective actions for health-related non-conformities.
• The Work: Key Outputs and Accountabilities
• Management of Health Matters
• Advise management and employees on health-related matters, including working capacity assessments, workplace conditions, and return-to-work programs following illness or injury.
• Guide decision-making regarding medical disability, Department of Mineral Resources (DMRE) cases, and general employee placement to ensure employee well-being and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement strategies to address chronic health conditions and promote workplace wellness, improving employee productivity and long-term health outcomes.
• Management of Medical Evaluations
• Conduct and oversee evaluations for pregnant women and other employees requiring medical assessments, ensuring compliance with health standards and legal requirements.
• Serve as a key Operations Risk Assessment team member, providing expert medical insights to mitigate health-related risks and prevent production delays.
• Recommend necessary adjustments in working conditions for vulnerable employees to ensure safety and compliance with medical guidelines.
• People and Team Management
• Lead and manage the medical team, ensuring optimal resource utilisation, continuous professional development, and the delivery of high-quality medical services.
• Foster a culture of excellence by promoting strong work ethics, performance improvement, and a focus on health and safety across the team.
• Facilitate safety meetings, ensuring all workers are informed about health risks, preventive measures, and the latest health and safety protocols.
• Implement performance monitoring systems to track team effectiveness and enhance overall productivity in the medical department.

This role is in the SHEPS & Contractor Management (SHEPS & CM) NCdiscipline at a 6.12 level reporting to Superintendent OMP)

Qualifications:

• MBCHB (Curriculum as set by SA Medical and Dental Council)
• DOH Occupational Medicine and Occupational Hygiene
• SA Drivers Licence

Technical Knowledge

• 6-8 years of relevant medical experience with a comprehensive medical diagnosis and treatment understanding.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pharmacology.
• Understanding of emergency medicine and injury management in mining.
• Knowledge of infectious diseases and their workplace impact.
• Expertise in occupational health risks and preventive healthcare.
• Deep knowledge of workplace illnesses related to mining hazards.
• Understanding of occupational rehabilitation and return-to-work strategies.
• Knowledge of legal requirements in occupational health (MHSA, OHSA).
• Understanding industrial hygiene and environmental health risk control.
• Familiarity with exposure monitoring and workplace inspection techniques.
• Expertise in managing medical evaluations for workplace hazards.
• Knowledge of PPE standards and health screening protocols.
• Familiarity with audit processes for occupational health standards.
• Understanding global safety standards like OHSAS 18001 and ISO 45001.
• Knowledge of compliance governance in health management.
   

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Job Description:
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Management of the equipment within the process control domainaccording to the prescribed key performance indicators from the process control department
• Best practice for instrumentation developed within relevant legal and safety frameworks
• Recommend:
• Identify high risk and safety critical areas
• Identify areas of poor availability
• Agree:
• Changes in the control solution or strategy as a result of standardisation
• Changes in the control solution or strategy based on risk identified
• Input:
• Anglo Platinum systems and procedures
• Decide:
• Modifications to the control solution for process problems
• Execute:
• Disseminate best practice in instrumentation aspects
• Audit high risk and safety critical areas
• Analyse and identify problems on the current control solution
• System trouble shooting and hardware problems resolution
• Support on existing instrumentation, networks and hardware
• Calibration and maintenance of all equipment within the control solution
• Adherence to the Anglo Platinum Change Procedure
• Adherence to Anglo Platinum Standards
• Schedule and prioritise maintenance tasks
• Control monthly maintenance budgets for process control section
• Assist with commissioning for on-site projects
• This role is at a Band 7 level reporting to the Instrumentation Engineer

Qualifications:

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation) or NQF 6
• Registered as a Professional Engineering Technician with ECSA advantageous

Experience

• 3 - 5 years relevant work experience

Technical Knowledge

• Knowledge of applicable laws, standards and specifications
• Advanced computer literacy
• English literate
• Good decision making skills
• Valid driving licence code 08
   

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Job Description:

• As our Ore Feed Planning Engineeryour responsibilities will include but not limited to:
• Safety, Health, and Environment
• Manage a safe and healthy work environment where workers and contractor can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.
• Keep environmental impact within statutory requirements to ensure compliance.
• Active participation in VFLs, Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.
• Performance and Delivery
• Short-term Planning:
• Ensure an accurate daily feed plan is achieved and aligned with the monthly plan and current mining operations.
• Stakeholder relationship management:
• Ensure plans are adjusted according to operations conditions, geological deviations, plant needs and fluctuations to reach production targets.
• Ensure the feed plan aligns with production clients and plant expectations.
• Compliance:
• Ensure that the designed plans follow mine planning and health and safety standards.
• Ensure that the design plan complies with the month plan.
• Adhere to a safe and healthy work environment where workers and contractors can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.
• Safety and healthy work environment:
• Adhere to a safe and healthy work environment where workers and contractors can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.
• Keep environmental impact within statutory requirements to ensure compliance is met.
• This role is in the Technical & Integrated Planning (T&IP) NC discipline at a 6.10 level reporting to Section Manager Operational Planning

Qualifications:

• National Diploma in Geology or Mining or Engineering (NQF6)
• B.Sc. Degree in Geology or Mining Engineering/ (B. Tech in Mining Engineering)
• SA Drivers Licence

Technical Knowledge

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in mine planning in the mining industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the mining production processes, including exploration, extraction, and processing techniques.
• In-depth understanding of the plant processes involved in mining production, including plant design, operation, and maintenance.
• Expertise in ore feed blend and optimisation, including selecting appropriate feed sources and managing feed quality.
   

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Job Description:
As our Mine PIT Design Engineersome of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Safety, Health & Environment
• Manage a safe and healthy work environment where workers and contractor can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.
• Keep environmental impact within statutory requirements to ensure compliance with statutory requirements is met.
• Performance and Delivery
• Mine Planning:
• Ensure that planning designs comply with the Mine, Health and Safety Act and the mine's regulations while staying within the production budget to achieve targets effectively.
• Adjust the designed plans promptly whenever geological deviations occur, ensuring that the redesigns are accurate, budget-friendly, and comply with the long-term plan's requirements, including road, electrical, and water network positioning.
• Adapt the plans based on geological deviations, market trends, and fluctuations to provide valuable inputs to the bigger mine plan picture and ensure optimal and economical production output.
• Budget and Cost Control:
• Manage the section's expenditure within the approved budget to ensure effective cost control and savings.
• Stakeholder Relationship Management:
• Build, manage, and maintain healthy stakeholder relationships to achieve organisational goals.
• Consult with stakeholders to gather relevant support and input for achieving production targets.
• This role is in the Technical & Integrated Planning (T&IP) at a 6.11 level reporting to Section Manager Mine Planning

Qualifications:

• Grade 12/N3 Technical
• National Diploma in Mining Engineering (NQF6)
• B-Degree/B Tech in Mining Engineering (NQF7) Advantageous
• SA Drivers License

Technical Knowledge

• Current technical knowledge with 3-5 years of operational Mine Planning experience.
• Demonstrates a profound understanding of geological and geotechnical landscapes, applying this knowledge to resolve complex technical and operational challenges in mine layout design and planning.
• Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the mining lifecycle, value chain, and the impact of mining activities on business and operational performance.
• Multidisciplinary technical knowledge to design, engineer, and evaluate the performance of ventilation plans, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
• Understands and manages combined operational impacts on the environment, such as transport, noise, and vibrations.
   

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Job Description:
As our Design & Infrastructure Engineersome of your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Safety, Health, and Environment
• Consistently apply safety and health principles in all site interactions within and beyond one's work area.
• Identify specific risks within the working area and adhere to discipline-specific plans/systems to avoid these risks.
• Participate in relevant safety audits, inspections, and observations and address issues to demonstrate safety leadership.
• Promote good housekeeping to ensure compliance and an environment where employees can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.
• Performance and Delivery
• Mine Design and Planning
• Develop and optimise mine designs, pit layouts, and haulage routes to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs.
• Create detailed short-term and long-term mine plans based on geological data and production targets.
• Collaborate with geologists, surveyors, and production teams to ensure designs align with resource extraction goals.
• Infrastructure Design and Development
• Design and implement infrastructure development such as roads, drainage systems, and waste disposal areas to support mining operations.
• Plan and manage the installation and maintenance of utilities (e.g., water, power) required for mine operations.
• Ensure infrastructure designs meet safety, environmental, and legal regulations.
• Technical Analysis and Reporting
• The Work: Key Outputs and Accountabilities
• Perform geotechnical and stability analysis to ensure the safety of mine designs and infrastructure.
• Conduct cost-benefit analysis and feasibility studies for infrastructure projects and mining activities.
• Produce regular reports on design progress, infrastructure developments, and compliance with mine plans.
• Compliance and Safety
• Ensure that all designs comply with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with mine and infrastructure design.
• Conduct audits and inspections of infrastructure to ensure ongoing compliance with safety regulations.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management
• Liaise with mining, mechanical, and civil engineering teams to integrate designs with operational requirements.
• Coordinate with environmental specialists to minimise the environmental impact of mining infrastructure.
• Work closely with external contractors and suppliers on infrastructure projects to ensure timely and quality delivery.
• Project Management
• Execute infrastructure development projects within set timeframes and budgets.
• Track project progress, manage resources, and address design-related challenges or changes.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure quality control for all design and infrastructure works.
• Continuous Improvement
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives in mine design and infrastructure development to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
• Stay updated with the latest mining design software, technologies, and industry trends to improve design outcomes.
• Data Management and Technology Utilization
• Utilize mine design software such as Surpac, Datamine, or AutoCAD to develop detailed engineering drawings.
• Analyze production data to refine designs and improve operational efficiency.
• Integrate digital tools and technologies (e.g., GPS systems, drones) to optimise mine design and infrastructure monitoring.
• Budget and Cost Control Management:
• Ensure compliance with the budget for the area of responsibility.
• Evaluate and approve cost impacts in the area of responsibility and revise the budget accordingly.
• Identify, communicate, and execute potential cost-reduction initiatives.
• Authority:
• Generate authorisation for expenditures.
• Revise budget after receiving appropriate authorisations.
• Take necessary action to correct misallocations.
• This role is in the Engineering & Maintenance (ENG) discipline at a 6.10  level reporting to Section Manager Mine Activity Design

Qualifications:

• National Diploma in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Advantageous
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr. Tech Eng)
• Additional certifications or training in mine design software (e.g., Surpac, AutoCAD, registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
• SA Drivers Licence
• Datamine) would be advantageous.

Technical Knowledge

• Understanding mine design processes, such as pit optimisation, haul road design, waste dump management, and site layout.
• Knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles and their impact on mine stability and design.
• Expertise in designing critical mine operation infrastructure like roads, drainage systems, and utilities.
• Familiarity with environmental legislation and infrastructure requirements in the South African mining sector.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mine planning and design software, such as Surpac, Datamine, and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Familiarity with GIS and other digital tools for spatial data analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of South African safety standards and mining regulations.
• Understanding of risk management and safety strategies for mine design and infrastructure.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies in engineering project environments.
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimation, and resource allocation for large-scale infrastructure projects.