Mine Planner Senior Projects – Murray & Roberts Cementation | Mokopane, Limpopo
Company: Murray & Roberts Cementation
Job Title: Mine Planner Senior Projects
Listing Reference: MR_001763
Location: IvanPlats Platreef Mine, Potgietersrus / Mokopane, Limpopo
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Job Category: Mining and Surveying
Contract Type: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
Application Deadline: 23 May 2025
Citizenship: South African Citizens / Permanent Residents Only
About Murray & Roberts Cementation
Murray & Roberts Cementation is one of South Africa’s most established and trusted mining contracting firms, known for its expertise in underground mining, shaft sinking, tunnelling, and mechanised development. The company partners with major mining houses to deliver integrated mining solutions across Southern Africa.
The company is seeking a Mine Planner Senior Projects to join the team at the prestigious IvanPlats Platreef Mine. This role is essential in coordinating advanced mine planning operations and aligning strategic timelines for medium- to long-term development.
Role Overview
The Senior Projects Mine Planner will play a pivotal role in developing, implementing, and maintaining medium- and long-term mining plans. This position is responsible for integrating geological and survey data into 3D designs, ensuring project milestones are achieved, and maintaining compliance with regulatory and safety standards. The planner will collaborate with various departments and stakeholders, keeping the project timeline on track and delivering solutions for any deviations.
Reporting directly to the Project Manager, the successful candidate will ensure that all design, planning, and integration activities align with Murray & Roberts Cementation’s high standards and the client’s operational goals.
Key Responsibilities
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Comply with Murray & Roberts policies, Health and Safety requirements, and project-specific protocols
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Lead all medium to long-term mine planning activities for the site
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Develop and maintain 3D mine designs and ensure integration with operational systems
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Align project milestones with shaft-level activities and report deviations
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Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure planning integrity
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Develop and update life-of-mine (LoM) plans and communicate with M&RC and client teams
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Incorporate geological data and survey results into planning updates
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Identify constraints and offer practical solutions to avoid production bottlenecks
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Monitor milestones and report variances between actual and planned progress
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Support and guide junior planners, surveyors, and relevant team members
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Uphold company values and participate in leadership initiatives and development
Minimum Qualifications and Competencies
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Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 equivalent (Essential)
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Mine Overseer Certificate of Competency (Essential)
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National Diploma or Degree in Mine Engineering (Advantageous)
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Advanced Survey or Valuation Certificate (Desirable if not degreed)
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Knowledge in Mineral Resource Management (Advantageous)
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High proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, MS Projects, PowerPoint
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Strong analytical thinking, planning, and presentation skills
Experience Requirements
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Minimum 8 years of practical experience in shaft sinking and construction projects
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At least 6 years of experience in mine planning or surveying on large-scale mining operations
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Demonstrated expertise in 3D mine design and integration within underground metalliferous environments
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Experience leading planning teams and interfacing across departments
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Exposure to scenario planning, milestone tracking, and long-term mine development
Why Join Murray & Roberts Cementation
This is an opportunity to work on one of South Africa’s most advanced mining projects while gaining exposure to long-term strategy development and cutting-edge mine planning technology. You’ll be joining a company that values talent, leadership, and safety while offering growth, training, and competitive remuneration.
As part of its employment equity strategy, Murray & Roberts Cementation prioritises applications from Historically Disadvantaged South African (HDSA) candidates.
How to Apply
Submit your detailed CV, certified qualifications, and supporting documentation via the official Murray & Roberts online application portal. Ensure all documentation is submitted by 23 May 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear back within 4 weeks of the closing date, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
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