Engineer 2 Open Pit Mine Planning at Geita Gold Mining

The role is responsible for providing daily technical support to the production team, ensuring compliance with agreed mining plans. It also involves monitoring and verifying the achievement of design parameters for pits, waste dumps, and other construction projects while maintaining effective communication with the mining and project execution teams. Additional responsibilities include developing realistic weekly plans, compiling production reports, and preparing Bench Operating Plans (BOPs).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Mining Engineering, with relevant professional certification or licenses.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Open Pit Mine Planning.
• Experience in short to medium-term Open Pit Mine Planning.
• Proficiency in Vulcan, Datamine Studio OP, Micromine Spry, Rapid Reserver, Microsoft Office Suite, and other 3D modeling and mine design tools.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Highly motivated, self-driven, and an excellent team player.
• Strong analytical thinking skills.
• Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to safety.

MAIN OR KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Ensure that Safe Working Procedures are followed for all routine tasks
• Check achievement of NAF/PAF boundaries as instructed by the Engineer 3 – Open Pit Mine Planning.
• Demonstrate a teamwork-oriented attitude while performing his/her roles.
• Prepare and compile weekly plans for the respective pit in line with the monthly plan and present to the execution team.
• Prepare Bench Operating Plan (BOP) for both short term and long-term planning uses.
• Prepare Daily Dig Plans to required standards and issue to production team.
• Use Vulcan/Datamine to carry out short term planning design checks and changes as the pit design or stockpile design indicates and in close co-ordination with the Engineer 3 – Open Pit Mine Planning.
• Prepare and update spreadsheets for production analysis, evaluation of options and planning strategies.
• Assist in coordinating inputs from various sections e.g., geology, mining production, geotech and engineering for the preparation of production plans.
• Check the broken stock level in the pit and give timely feedback on any associated opportunities and risks.
• Monitor equipment performance on productivity and utilization and give feedback as instructed by the Engineer 3 – Open Pit Mine Planning.
• Be pro-active in all aspects of operational safety and encourage teamwork within the department.
• Performing check on various operational costs as instructed by the Mine Engineer 3 – Open Pit Mine Planning.
• Assist with preparation of the weekly and monthly Treatment Schedule, ensuring feed from Open Pit and Underground ore sources are strategically blended to achieve budget targets.

MODE OF APPLICATION:

• Please apply by clicking APPLY NOW button below.  
• On the portal you will be required to upload your detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, e- mail and telephone contacts, names, and addresses of three referees. Please do not attach certificates that are not related to the qualifications stated above.
• You will also be required to upload a cover / application letter addressed to “Senior Manager Human Resources", Geita Gold Mining Ltd”. Subject should be “Engineer 2 – Open Pit Mine Planning”

• If you struggle to apply via the link provided, please head over to our website  for a step-by-step guide on how to apply for jobs on our recruitment portal (SuccessFactors).
• You will be required to present original certificates if you are contacted for interviews.
• Internal Applicants (those currently employed by AngloGold Ashanti) must have their application letter endorsed by their Head of Department (HOD) or Manager once Removed (MoR).

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

• Applications should reach the above on or before 04th April 2025 at 5:30 PM
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.