Specialist Rock Engineer - Mining - Northern Cape

Introduction

A leading international mining house is seeking an experienced Specialist Rock Engineer to join its operation in the Northern Cape.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a technically strong Rock Engineering professional to provide strategic leadership in rock mechanics, strata control, mine design, ground support systems and geotechnical risk management across both underground and open-cast mining operations.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the long-term stability of mining excavations, improving mine safety, optimising extraction sequences, and implementing innovative Rock Engineering solutions that support sustainable mining operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

As the Specialist Rock Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Planning mine layouts, stoping sequences and excavation designs.
  • Designing and implementing Rock Engineering and ground support standards.
  • Controlling and mitigating rock burst risks and geotechnical hazards.
  • Ensuring the long-term stability of stopes, haulages, crosscuts, declines and inclined shafts.
  • Designing shaft pillars and extraction sequences to maximise safe ore recovery.
  • Providing Rock Engineering support for major excavations, including pump chambers, water dams, settlers and hoist chambers.
  • Developing and implementing support design projects to improve operational performance and return on investment.
  • Identifying and implementing Rock Engineering and Strata Control best practices.
  • Monitoring geotechnical conditions and recommending corrective actions.
  • Developing and reviewing Codes of Practice relating to Rock Engineering, Ground Control and Strata Management.
  • Supporting Risk Management, Health, Safety and Environmental compliance initiatives.
  • Facilitating introductory Rock Mechanics and Strata Control training for mine production officials and operational teams.
  • Collaborating with Mining, Geology, Survey, Planning and Operations teams to optimise mine design and production.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Minimum Requirements

  • BEng Mining Engineering, BSc Geology or equivalent qualification will be advantageous.
  • Chamber of Mines Rock Engineering Certificate (Essential).
  • Medical Fitness Certificate.
  • Minimum 5 years' operational experience at Senior Rock Engineer or Strata Control level.
  • Experience within both Underground and Open Cast Mining environments.
  • Valid Code B Driver's Licence.
  • Technical Competencies
  • Rock Engineering
  • Rock Mechanics
  • Strata Control
  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Ground Support Design
  • Mine Design
  • Mine Layout Planning
  • Stoping Design
  • Rock Burst Control
  • Ground Control Management
  • Excavation Stability
  • Shaft Pillar Design
  • Underground Mining
  • Open Cast Mining
  • Geotechnical Risk Assessment
  • Support Standards
  • Mine Safety
  • Mining Operations
  • Risk Management
  • Codes of Practice

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate will possess:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent technical judgement and decision-making ability.
  • Exceptional planning and organisational skills.
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • High levels of integrity and professionalism.
  • Commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Strong focus on safety and risk mitigation.

Package & Remuneration

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Interested?

Why Join?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised mining organisation where you will influence mine design, ground control strategy, Rock Engineering standards and operational safety on a large-scale mining operation.

Interested?

If you are passionate about geotechnical excellence, mine stability and engineering innovation, we would like to hear from you.

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