Qualifications and Experience: Grade 12 with Numeracy and Literacy Rock Mechanics Certificate BEng Honours Degree in Mining Engineering /Geology SANIRE and ECSA registration. Member of SAIMM (South African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy). 10 years practical experience in Geology / Rock Mechanics or Mining. Minimum 2 years at management level. Must be computer literate No criminal record Must have a valid drivers license and own transport Duties: Design, approve and revise suitable mining layouts and support according to rock engineering principles. Budget and cost control. Participate in designing mine layouts and mining sequence/ ratio. Data gathering and analysis (core logging, underground mapping, and material properties). Revise relevant COPs and MOPs / SOPs. Ensure accuracy of design techniques. Advise on pillar design and extraction sequence. Design, approve and revise suitable mining layouts and support according to rock engineering principles. Conduct routine quality control testing of support systems. Compilation and submission of legal reports to applicable statutory bodies. Continuous investigation of underground conditions toward recommending remedial action / projects to address potential risk. Continuously investigate the possible improvement of support systems. Drive improvement projects, investigate and conduct feasibility studies to keep abreast with developments within the specialist field. Manage and coordinate all accident / incident investigations to ensure detailed, timely completion thereof. Compile investigation reports and submit / present to relevant stakeholders along with detailed findings and recommendations. Medical Requirements Good general health AND requires a certificate of fitness (red ticket). Salary R120 000.00 p/m