Engineer

Our client in Gold mine is recruiting for a qualified Engineer with plus or minus 3 years experience in Mining

Mining Engineer Duties and Responsibilities
Daily duties for mining engineers vary based on the type of materials being extracted from the ground, the nature of the site where mining operations are being conducted, and the equipment and staff resources being made available by the hiring company. There are several core job tasks associated with this career, however, that are universally the same in spite of these variables.

Inspect Sites

Mining engineers inspect new and existing mining sites to determine the best ways to extract specific materials from the ground. This includes visiting sites in person and using maps and geological data to estimate material reserves.

Design Mines

Mining engineers design mines that allow workers to safely mine materials from the ground.

Plan Mining Projects

Mining engineers determine the staff members and equipment needed to successfully complete mining operations.

Manage Mining Operations

Mining engineers manage mining operations and supervise mining projects and staff to ensure projects are moving forward on schedule and within budget parameters.

Maintain Mining Equipment

Mining engineers troubleshoot, upgrade, and purchase mining equipment, and make decisions about the type of equipment that should be purchased to complete specific mining projects.

Evaluate Operations

Mining engineers evaluate ongoing mining operations. This includes writing reports regarding supplies, equipment, and mined materials.

Follow Safety Regulations

Mining engineers follow safety regulations set forth by the company and local, state, and federal laws.

Stay Up-to-Date on Technologies

Mining engineers stay up-to-date on new mining technologies, and attend conferences and workshops to learn about the latest mining equipment and industry developments.

Minimum Requirements:

One or more of following qualifications

• Tertiary Education in Engineering (as required by GCC).
• Government Certificate of Competency Mines.
• Code 8 drivers license. 
• Medical certificate of fitness underground. 
• English Proficiency. 
• Computer literate (including MS Office, MS Projects)
• A recognised Project Management qualification with atleast 5 years Project management experience will be an added advantage. 
• Previous substantial appointment as an Engineer or subordinate Engineer will be an added advantage. 

3 Years Relevant Experience in a Engineering Production/Decline

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent.