Location: Hotazel, Northern Cape
Contract Type: Fixed Term, Full Time
Application Deadline: 24 January 2025
Salary: Market Related
Employment Equity Status: EE/AA, Non EE/AA
Introduction
United Manganese of Kalahari (UMK) is looking for a Mine Planning Intern to join our dynamic team. This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical skills and experience required for a career in mine planning.
Job Purpose
The selected intern will familiarize themselves with large-scale open-pit mining operations, focusing on scheduling and sequencing mining activities, and will be responsible for monitoring compliance with established schedules.
Minimum Requirements
- Education:
- Grade 12/Matric Certificate.
- Diploma/Degree in Mining Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Experience:
- Open Pit experience is advantageous.
- Must be registered or eligible for registration with a recognized professional association.
- Other:
- Demonstrated ability to meet the technical and responsibility requirements of a Mining Engineer.
- Valid driver’s license (Code 08).
- Certificate of fitness to work in a mining environment.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively work in a team environment.
- Proficiency in report writing.
- Competence in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Stress and time management skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Planning and Scheduling:
- Schedule mining blocks and draft the short-term mine plan.
- Work to ensure that planning aligns with financial viability alongside the mining business partner.
- Ensure plans encompass all aspects of the mine’s value chain.
- Production Coordination:
- Manage and coordinate with the mining business partner to meet production targets on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.
- Assist with blasting activities to optimize results.
- Availability and Execution:
- Be available for weekend work to maintain compliance with short-term plans and priorities within the mine’s value chain.
- Collaborate closely with all business partners to align them with the mine plan for effective execution.
- Reporting:
- Prepare and issue monthly and weekly mine plans (ultra-short to short term).
- Develop production schedules that include all supporting functions (e.g., drilling, blasting, and road maintenance) to ensure consistent product availability.
- Ensure production schedules correspond with maintenance work schedules.
- Create production forecasts and operating budget estimates.
- Additional Duties:
- Perform any additional delegated ad hoc duties as instructed by the Supervisor.
Package & Remuneration
- Remuneration will be market-related.
Disclaimer
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
In alignment with our commitment to our Employment Equity Plan and principles, preference will be given to under-represented designated groups. If you have not heard from us within 30 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
This is an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to start or enhance their career in mine planning within a leading mining operation. If you meet the qualifications and are eager to gain valuable experience, we encourage you to apply before the closing date.