Closing Date: 25 September 2025
Location: Randburg, Gauteng
Company: Mintek
Contract: Internship
Remuneration: Market Related
Position Summary
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Industry: Mining & Quarrying
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Category: Research and Development
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Employment Equity Position: No
Introduction
An exciting career opportunity exists at Mintek for an MME Internship position. The successful candidate will assist in the mine rehabilitation programme and be involved in monitoring site activities, ensuring compliance with timelines and standards, conducting site investigations, and supporting project execution.
Responsibilities include producing designs, contract documents, and reports; managing records; resolving issues with stakeholders; and maintaining safety and environmental standards while building expertise in mine rehabilitation.
Duties and Responsibilities
On-Site Project Monitoring:
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Act as the Employer’s Agent’s Assistant (Assistant Resident Engineer) on-site for the mine rehabilitation projects.
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Conduct routine inspections to ensure rehabilitation activities align with project specifications and timelines.
Technical Investigations and Design:
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Conduct site investigations to gather necessary data for rehabilitation designs.
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Collaborate with the project team to produce accurate and actionable technical designs and reports.
Contract and Project Management Assistance:
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Support effective project management by tracking progress and maintaining detailed records.
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Work closely with contractors and stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
Documentation and Reporting:
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Assist in the preparation of detailed progress reports to provide updates on site activities, challenges, and achievements.
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Document all observations and technical findings for reference and audit purposes.
Capacity Building and Skill Development:
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Leverage on-site learning opportunities to build expertise in mine rehabilitation and environmental safety.
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Collaborate with team members to develop innovative approaches for efficient project execution.
Minimum Requirements
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A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (NQF level 7) in Civil Engineering.
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Excellent academic record (minimum 60% average).