Vuma Software
Ndumiso Mkhize
Junior Mining Engineer (Graduate)
Johannesburg
Summary
A graduate mining engineer with 0-1 years of experience in mining. I have expertise in mining projects, where I have worked on projects focusing on Business Improvement, mine ventilation, and technical studies. I strive to leave a positive mark and quickly build meaningful relationships with clients and my colleagues. I am detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy an optimistic. I am resilient, self-motivated, and self-driven individual. I have expertise in Mining projects and technical studies. I have great problem-solving capabilities because of my analytical skills and excellent collaborative traits. I work well with others and alone in achieving objectives. I am open to opportunities in the Mining industry where I can surcease my traits, gain experience, and be a valuable asset to the company, through delivery of high-quality work.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Junior Mining Engineer
Mventech Group
Centurion, Pretoria
05.2023 - Current
Project Completed – Harmony Face Cleaning Optimization
- Performed real-time data gathering
- Worked on 16 underground stoping environment
- Worked on 8 Harmony Shaft
Project Completed – Bathopele Open Cast Opportunity study (Sibanye Stillwater)
- Providing support to Senior Mining Engineer
- Focusing on Equipment and Logistics section.
Project in Progress – Kroondal Deepening project
- Providing support and assistance in Ventilation Section
Mining Vacation Student
Sibanye-Stillwater
Westonaria
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Project Completed - Effectiveness of Pre-Conditioning holes for Sibanye-Stillwater, Kloof 8th shaft
- Worked with planning department as Underground Mine Planning Assistant
- Assisted with installation of temporary and permanent support on underground stope
- Supported underground mine surveying team on measurement and taping.
Mining Vacation Work
Murray & Robert Cementation
Westonaria
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Completed workplace appreciation course on Shaft Sinking and working at Heights
- Mining Services
- Trackless Mechanized Mining and TMM Supervision
- Basic Engineering & TARP
- Obtained Competent B certificate.
Education
BSc. Engineering (Mining) - Mining
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg 04.2023 - 04.2023
Skills
Team Collaboration
Report Writing
Computer Literacy and MS Office
Intermediate in Power BI
Intermediate in Ventsim Software
Intermediate in Vuma Software
Team Collaboration
Research
Websites
Personal Information
Driving License: Code 08
Accomplishments
Best final year student in Mine Ventilation: Mine Ventilation Society of South Africa
Best final year student in Project Report: Wits School of Mining Engineering
18th SAIMM Students Colloquium presenter: Southern African Institute of Mining & Metallurgy
SAIMM Students Debate presenter: Southern African Institute of Mining & Metallurgy
Software
Ventsim Software
Certification
Best final year student in Mine Ventilation 2021: Mine Ventilation Society of South Africa
Timeline
Junior Mining Engineer
Mventech Group
05.2023 - Current
BSc. Engineering (Mining) - Mining
University of The Witwatersrand
04.2023 - 04.2023
Best final year student in Mine Ventilation 2021: Mine Ventilation Society of South Africa
09-2022
Skilled Programme: Competent B Certification: MQA
02-2021
Mining Vacation Student
Sibanye-Stillwater
12.2020 - 02.2021
Mining Vacation Work
Murray & Robert Cementation
12.2019 - 01.2020