Ivanplats is looking for a Rock Engineer X 1 REF:IVP-MTS-2502

IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world-class palladium-rhodium-nickel-copper-gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanised state-of-the-art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to   develop this “mine of the future”. Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply for the following vacancies required for the project development.

• Honours Degree (Mining Engineering, Geology, or related discipline).
• Chamber of Mines Rock Mechanics Certificate.
• Strong knowledge of geotechnical monitoring systems and rock engineering software.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• An MSc / MEng with specialty Rock Engineering will be advantageous.
  

• 5 years’ proven experience in rock engineering,
• Comprehensive understanding of MHSA and compliance requirements
• Experience in underground massive mining methods will be advantageous.
  

• Provide rock engineering input into mine design, layout planning, and support strategies.
• Conduct underground support audits, risk assessments, and geotechnical investigations.
• Maintain, review, and implement the Code of Practice (COP) to combat rockfall and rockburst accidents.
• Monitor ground stability using appropriate geotechnical monitoring systems.
• Conduct numerical modelling to confirm mine layouts and sequencing.
• Compile and present geotechnical reports to management and regulatory bodies (e.g. DMRE).
• Ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act and other applicable regulations.
• Mentor and train junior staff and mining teams on ground control standards and practices

The finer details:

Online applications are forwarded to www.ivanhoecommunities.com on or before the closing date. The    company will NOT consider applications received after the closing date.

Closing date: 25 September 2025

Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding Ivanplats Platreef mine and Women. Applications are only open to South African Citizens.

NB: The subject line should clearly state the complete Job title and Reference Number.

Should you not hear from the Company within 14 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has not been successful