{"id":18924,"date":"2025-09-14T14:00:14","date_gmt":"2025-09-14T14:00:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/mine-closure-consultant\/"},"modified":"2025-12-15T00:24:56","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T00:24:56","slug":"mine-closure-consultant","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=18924","title":{"rendered":"Mine Closure Consultant"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Requirements<\/p>\n<p>\tCalculate mine closure costs that are practical and satisfy regulatory requirements;<br \/>\n\tProvide a management framework for our clients to manage the closure costs;<br \/>\n\tDevelop mine closure strategies, plans, policies and procedures;<br \/>\n\tCarry out peer reviews of mine closure strategies and closure costs and provide a technical report on the findings;<br \/>\n\tDevelop and implement mine closure project plans, in consultation with client, to guide decommissioning and rehabilitation activities;<br \/>\n\tDevelop future end land use plans;<br \/>\n\tProvide advice and guidance to the client in terms of the implementation of the mine closure plan;<br \/>\n\tEffectively carry out project administration on closure related projects using the organisation\u2019s methodology\u00a0and principles to ensure that the projects are delivered on time, within budget and against our quality standards;<br \/>\n\tEvaluate and monitor the mine closure and rehabilitation plans throughout the various stages of the mine life;<br \/>\n\tBuild and maintain relationship with internal and external stakeholders; and<br \/>\n\tCarry out field work under strenuous conditions.<\/p>\n<p>Technical Requirements<\/p>\n<p>\tMine Closure Cost Calculations;<br \/>\n\tPhysical rehabilitation techniques;<br \/>\n\tLand use planning;<br \/>\n\tGIS related experience (ArcGIS, QGIS, Model Maker, etc.);<br \/>\n\tTechnical report writing skills;<br \/>\n\tMine Closure strategies and plans;<br \/>\n\tRead and understand engineering designs and associated plans;<br \/>\n\tStrong understanding and practical implementation of applicable legislation and international mine closure guidelines or regulations; and<br \/>\n\tMine closure audits and monitoring<br \/>\n\tStrong numerical ability;<br \/>\n\tAbility to work independently as well as within a multi-disciplinary team;<br \/>\n\tAccountability;<br \/>\n\tExcellent communication skills (Both verbal and written);<br \/>\n\tExcellent attention to detail;<br \/>\n\tAbility to handle stressful situations;<\/p>\n<p>Qualifications<\/p>\n<p>\tBSc. Engineering\/Environmental Science or similar;<br \/>\n\tExperience with GIS and Model Maker Systems would be beneficial;<br \/>\n\tMust be accredited with a professional body and<br \/>\n\tMust have a valid driver\u2019s license and passport.<\/p>\n<p>Work Experience\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tThree to Four\u2019 experience in a similar role;<br \/>\n\tPreferably experience within a consultancy environment;<br \/>\n\tProject management experience with regards to mine closure related projects; and<br \/>\n\tPrevious experience working on international projects.<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.digbywells.com ) or<\/p>\n<p>digbywells.mcidirecthire.com<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/digbywells.mcidirecthire.com","_company_name":"Digby Wells Environmental","_company_website":"http:\/\/www.digbywells.com","_company_tagline":"Digby Wells Environmental is a South African company with international expertise in providing Environmental and Social services to South African and International clients, with the focus predominantly on the Mineral Resources and Energy sectors in Africa. Digby Wells Environmental (Digby Wells) is... read more the brand under which the services of the group of companies are marketed. Digby Wells and Associates (Pty) Ltd was formed in January 1995 by three partners - Digby Wells, Ken van Rooyen and Graham Trusler - all three previously from the Environmental Management Department of Rand Mines. The company is named after the late Mr Digby Wells, who made a significant and lasting contribution to the environmental management field in South Africa. Digby passed away in 1996. Graham Trusler is the current Chief Executive Officer of Digby Wells & Associates, who ensures the company remains inspired by the mission of being the premier environmental and social services provider to the resources industry in Africa. The company enjoys a staff complement of committed, highly trained, specialised and skilled employees, most of whom are shareholders - a structure that enables the business to remain truly employee-owned, as well as ensuring the staff take an active interest in delivering quality services. Digby Wells Environmental is committed to and aligned with the Codes of Good Practice and South African Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) with respect to economic transformation. Lwazi Capital, a black women owned and managed company, as well as Digby Wells Environmental shareholding employees hold 30% ownership of the issued share capital of the Digby Wells Environmental Group. This mutually beneficial relationship ensures that Digby Wells is in full compliance with South African legislation applicable to the Company and its clients. Digby Wells Environmental has, as part of the company\u2019s goal to increase the Ownership and Management Control of the Company to Historically Disadvantaged South African\u2019s, developed an extensive BBBEE strategy ensuring that the company continues to plays a successful role in transforming the South African economy. The company is busy establishing a presence in various countries on the African continent through various subsidiaries and joint ventures. 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