Mining Engineering Technician
OFO No: 311701
Other names for Mining Engineering Technician:
- Marine Mining Technician
- Mine Analyst
- Mine Planner
- Mine Planning Technician
- Mine Ventilation Technician
- Section Mine Planner
What is a Mining Engineering Technician?
A Mining Engineering Technician generally works alongside mining and other engineers and engineering technologists. They are responsible for the safety, efficiency and cleanliness of mines or quarries.
What does a Mining Engineering Technician do?
- assists mining engineers
- travels to mines or quarries
- investigates and researches
- assists on the designs of new and safer equipment
- assists on the designs of tunnels and shafts
- assists with faults on current systems
- makes sure mines are safe and that miners are safe
Are you . . . ?
- interested in mining?
- interested in engineering?
- good at maths and science?
- observant?
- reliable and responsible?
- safety conscious?
- a team player?
- methodical and organised?
How do I become a Mining Engineering Technician?
PATH 1
National Diploma in Mining Engineering
- University of Johannesburg
PATH 2
National Diploma in Mining Engineering
- 2 years workplace experience (registered as a Candidate Engineering Technician through ECSA)
- Professional Review by ECSA
- Designation: Only engineers registered with ECSA may use the title Professional Engineering Technician
TRAINING:
- CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
- Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
- To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education. CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions.
- ENGINEERING COUNCIL OF SOUTH AFRICA (ECSA)
ECSA is the national body that regulates professional engineers.
https://www.ecsa.co.za/default.aspx
OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Land Surveyor or Environmental Engineering Technician
Is becoming a Mining Engineering Technician the right career choice for me?
