JOB ADVERTISEMENT: Junior Mine Planner
Who we Are:
Rutongo Mines Ltd is a Tin Mining Company, situated in Masoro Sector, Rulindo District, Northern Province. The Management of Rutongo Mines Ltd informs the public that it is recruiting Internal and external Competent, Qualified and Experienced staff for the following position:
Job Title: Junior Mine Planner
Department: MRM
Reports To: Mine Planning Engineer
Location: Rutongo Mines
Job Purpose: The Junior Mine Planner supports the mine planning team by assisting in the development of short-term production plans, data analysis, and technical reporting. This role helps ensure efficient and safe extraction of mineral resources while gaining practical experience in mine design and scheduling.
Key Responsibilities.
- Assist in preparing daily, weekly, and monthly production plans in line with operational targets.
- Support mine design tasks such as underground layout updates, drilling and blasting plans, and infrastructure alignments.
- Update planning models and schedules with survey, geology, and production data.
- Monitor plan compliance and report deviations to supervisors.
- Maintain mine planning files and databases with accurate and up-to-date information.
- Contribute to reconciliation reporting between planned vs. actual performance.
- Assist in preparing maps, drawings, and technical reports for internal use and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with geologists, surveyors, and mining teams to support smooth execution of mine plans.
- Adhere to safety, environmental, and quality standards in all planning activities.
- Actively learn industry tools, mining software, and best practices to grow into a fully independent mine planner.
- Performs any other task/s required by his/her Superior or and Management.
Qualifications.
- Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering or related field.
- 0–3 years’ experience in mining operations or mine planning
- Basic knowledge of mining methods and production processes.
- Familiarity with mine planning software (Surpac, Deswik, Netpromine) is an advantage.
- Proficiency in MS Office; good technical drawing/report preparation skills.
Competencies.
- Strong eagerness to learn and develop professionally.
- Good analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
- Effective communication and teamwork mindset.
- Ability to work in demanding mining environments (surface or underground).
Work Environment.
- On-site role with a mix of office and field exposure.
- May require shift or rotation schedules based on operational needs.
- Frequent collaboration with production and technical support teams.
Applying for the Positions:
Please submit the following documents in a single file attachment to the e-
mail recruitment.rmines@trinity-metals.com for Human Resources Office indicating the position you are applying for and addressed to the General Manager of Rutongo Mines Ltd.
- A Motivation letter addressed to the General Manager explaining your suitability for the
position. - A Curriculum vitae with 3 referee names.
- A copy of education and training certificates
- A copy of relevant work certificates.
- A copy of ID
The deadline for Application is Friday April 10th, 2026, at 5 PM.
The applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.
For other inquiries please contact +250 795 588 567
Done at Rutongo, on March 27th, 2026
NGENZI Jean François Regis
Ag. General Manager
Rutongo Mines Ltd