Senior Mining Consultant - Operations - Deswik.OPS
Use your mining experience in a new way - train and support teams on customer sites to get the most out of Deswik.OPS software.
At Deswik, we’re not just building software, we’re transforming how mines operate worldwide.
Our software is used all day, every day in over 1330 operations globally. We solve complex technical mine planning problems in ways that deliver huge value to our customers.
If you’ve worked underground in a mine and want to try something different, this could be the job for you.
If you’ve worked underground in a mine and want to try something different, this could be the job for you.
What You’ll Do:
You’ll help mine sites get the most out of Deswik’s operational shift planning software by training their teams and providing support. Sometimes you’ll do this remotely from the office, and sometimes you’ll be on-site working with crews in person.
Expect frequent travel, mainly to mine sites across South Africa and other nearby countries, but sometimes further to support Deswik teams worldwide.
On-site, you will:
Expect frequent travel, mainly to mine sites across South Africa and other nearby countries, but sometimes further to support Deswik teams worldwide.
On-site, you will:
- Work on a shift roster that changes depending on the project
- Build relationships with mine site teams
- Teach customers how to use Deswik.OPS software
- Set up the software to fit customer needs
- Find and report software issues to help improve our products
- Work from our Johannesburg office
- Have a Monday-to-Friday schedule
- Plan future projects
- Provide remote support for existing Deswik.OPS customers
- Test software and give feedback to our development team
- Help improve Deswik’s internal processes
About You:
You might be a Mine Controller or Mine Planning Engineer who’s good with complex software.
We need someone with:
We need someone with:
- Deswik.OPS or similar shift operating mine planning software experience
- Underground mining experience
- Blasting ticket
- Great communication skills
- Experience training others to use software
Why Deswik?
Work That Matters
We’re not just a software company—we’re engineers helping engineers. Your work will directly improve how mines operate.
Culture That Connects
Founded on friendship and technical excellence, Deswik offers a relaxed yet high-performing environment. We trust our people and give them room to grow.
Flexibility That Works
Enjoy a hybrid schedule—3 days WFH, 2 days in our Johannesburg office when not on customer sites. We support work-life balance with autonomy and mutual respect.
Perks That Count
- Competitive salary + annual bonus
- Site bonus (when on site)
- Peer recognition program
- Mentorship from experienced mining professionals
- Opportunities to collaborate with our software development team
- A supportive environment where we look after our people
- Company-paid parental leave
- Learning and development opportunities
About Deswik
Deswik is a global leader in mine planning software and consulting, with over 500 professionals across 13 countries. Our tools are used at 900+ operations worldwide, and we invest heavily in R&D to stay ahead. We’re proud to be part of the mining industry's digital transformation.
Ready to Join Us?
If you want to use your mining experience in a new way, we’d love to hear from you.