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Mpfumelo Mhlongo

Mpfumelo Mhlongo

Postmasburg

Summary

Dynamic mining professional with extensive experience at AngloAmerican, excelling in mine planning and operational strategy. Proven track record in optimizing resource extraction and enhancing safety standards. Skilled in Deswik and project management, with strong analytical and relationship-building abilities, driving continuous improvement and achieving zero Lost Time Injuries in previous roles.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Section Manager-Medium Term Mine Planning

AngloAmerican
Postmasburg
01.2025 - Current
  • Lead medium-term planning for Kolomela and Sishen Mines, ensuring adherence to planning standards and execution of Life-of-Mine strategies.
  • Directed delivery of 18-month operational plan and 5-year business plan, integrating geotechnical inputs and equipment forecasts.
  • Managed mine pit designs, addressing pushback sequencing, slope geometries, and geotechnical controls.
  • Spearheaded HME modeling to enhance fleet allocation, match factor scenarios, and improve haul road efficiency.
  • Facilitated cross-site forums to align rehabilitation strategies with haulage targets and scheduling priorities.

MINE DESIGN ENGINEER

AngloAmerican
Postmasburg
09.2023 - Current
  • Engineered cost-effective pit and waste dump designs adhering to geotechnical and safety standards, maximizing resource extraction profitability
  • Delivered precise mine plans and designs compliant with the Mine, Health and Safety Act and internal regulations, steering production to meet financial and operational goals

ACTING SECTION MANAGER(LOAD AND HAUL)

AngloAmerican
Postmasburg
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Accountable as a 2.6.1 legal appointee under the Mine Health and Safety Act, ensuring the highest safety and health standards for employees and stakeholders
  • Spearhead the creation and execution of operational plans and production targets, aligning with business strategy for optimal performance

SHORT TERM MINE PLANNING ENGINEER

AngloAmerican
Postmasburg
01.2022 - 03.2024
  • Spearheaded short-term mine planning operations, ensuring strategic task management aligned with business objectives
  • Enhanced medium-term planning designs, collaborating with technical drill and blast and geotechnical teams for optimal pitwall stability

ACTING SECTION MANAGER MINING (LOAD AND HAUL)

AngloAmerican
Postmasburg
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Accountable as a 2.6.1 legal appointee under the Mine Health and Safety Act, ensuring the highest safety and health standards for employees and stakeholders
  • Spearhead the creation and execution of operational plans and production targets, aligning with business strategy for optimal performance

BLASTING ENGINEER

BME(Assmang Iron Ore)
Kathu
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Spearheaded drill and blast design optimization, ensuring peak efficiency and cost-effectiveness through rigorous quality control, geotechnical data analytics, and comprehensive blast audits
  • Excelled in client management, fostering strong relationships and delivering tailored solutions to meet specific project requirements

SENIOR BLASTING TECHNICIAN

BME (AngloAmerican)
Kathu
10.2020 - 01.2021
  • Oversaw drill and blast design execution, ensuring compliance and enhancing quality through rigorous audits
  • Contributed strategic inputs to drill and blast designs, optimizing overall blast performance

SHIFT SUPERVISOR

Koffiefontein Diamond Mine
Koffiefontein
02.2020 - 09.2020
  • Expertly managed scheduling and resource allocation with strategic foresight spanning 3 to 12 months
  • Maintained impeccable health and safety standards, achieving zero Lost Time Injuries (LTIs) in my section

MINER

Koffiefontein Diamond Mine
Koffiefontein
07.2018 - 01.2020
  • Expertly implemented strategic business plans via Sub-Level Caving (SLC) projects, optimizing production loading for cost-efficiency
  • Achieved outstanding attendance record, below 10% absenteeism, while delivering premium-quality blasting operations

JUNIOR MINING ENGINEER

Koffiefontein Diamond Mine
Koffiefontein
03.2016 - 06.2018
  • Spearheaded SLC optimization via comprehensive technical and operational studies, enhancing longhole drilling and cave propagation efficiency, and refining established terms of reference

FRAUD AND RISK ANALYST

First National Bank
Cape Town
09.2015 - 01.2016
  • Conducted high-risk client transaction analysis, delivering strategic recommendations to the executive committee for informed decision-making

Education

MASTER OF SCIENCE - MINING ENGINEERING

University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg
01.2025

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MINING ENGINEERING

University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg
01.2014

MATRIC CERTIFICATE -

Hoerskool Ben Vorster
Tzaneen
01.2010

Skills

  • Deswik
  • Xecute
  • Microsoft Office
  • Mine Planning
  • MicroStation (CAD Design Software)
  • Scheduling
  • Operational Planning
  • Cost Reduction
  • Project Management
  • Drilling & Blasting
  • Analytical skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Relationship building
  • Planning
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Goal oriented
  • Lateral thinking
  • Proactive
  • Reliable
  • Resilient

Languages

  • English
  • Xitsonga
  • Afrikaans

Personal Information

Driving License: EC

Timeline

Section Manager-Medium Term Mine Planning

AngloAmerican
01.2025 - Current

ACTING SECTION MANAGER(LOAD AND HAUL)

AngloAmerican
03.2024 - 03.2024

MINE DESIGN ENGINEER

AngloAmerican
09.2023 - Current

ACTING SECTION MANAGER MINING (LOAD AND HAUL)

AngloAmerican
07.2023 - 08.2023

SHORT TERM MINE PLANNING ENGINEER

AngloAmerican
01.2022 - 03.2024

BLASTING ENGINEER

BME(Assmang Iron Ore)
09.2021 - 12.2021

SENIOR BLASTING TECHNICIAN

BME (AngloAmerican)
10.2020 - 01.2021

SHIFT SUPERVISOR

Koffiefontein Diamond Mine
02.2020 - 09.2020

MINER

Koffiefontein Diamond Mine
07.2018 - 01.2020

JUNIOR MINING ENGINEER

Koffiefontein Diamond Mine
03.2016 - 06.2018

FRAUD AND RISK ANALYST

First National Bank
09.2015 - 01.2016

MASTER OF SCIENCE - MINING ENGINEERING

University of the Witwatersrand

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MINING ENGINEERING

University of the Witwatersrand

MATRIC CERTIFICATE -

Hoerskool Ben Vorster

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