Senior Mining Engineer

Senior role at an UG gold mine boasting 40+ years LOM. FIFO ex Perth. 8:6 roster OR live in Kal working a 9-day fortnight. Report to UG Manager.

• Gold producer with expanding operations in WA offering career development opps
• Leading a technical team, managing mining methods, & ensuring safe mining plans
• Competitive salary with generous leave, and additional benefits

The Company

The company is a globally recognized Australian gold producer with world-class projects located in low sovereign risk regions of Australia and North America. Focused on delivering superior shareholder returns, the company operates high-quality, high-margin underground and open-pit gold mines. With a commitment to growth through strategic acquisitions and aggressive exploration, the company provides a dynamic and supportive environment for career development in the mining sector.

The Site

The company's underground gold mining operation, located just 20 km northeast of Kalgoorlie in Western Australia, has been in operation for over 50 years. With a life of mine exceeding 40 years, the site is deep and presents exciting challenges. The mine is expanding significantly, employing mining methods such as sub-level caving, modified Avoca, and long-hole stoping, offering abundant opportunities for career growth and professional development.

The Roster & Location

Residential in Kalgoorlie:

The role offers a 9-day fortnight roster (5:2; 4:3) with 10-hour shifts, based in Kalgoorlie-Boulder, WA, with company-provided accommodation or a residential allowance for those relocating within a 30-minute radius of the site. Relocation assistance is available for those moving to Kalgoorlie-Boulder.

FIFO from Perth:

The role also offers an 8:6 roster with 12-hour shifts, based in Kalgoorlie-Boulder, WA, with FIFO flights from Perth (other cities to be confirmed).

Duties and Responsibilities

As a Senior Mining Engineer, reporting to the Alternate Underground Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading and coordinating the technical team, while ensuring the safe and efficient execution of the weekly mining plan. You will have the opportunity to lead a group of skilled Scheduling Engineers, guide the team through challenging and diverse mining methods, and ensure alignment with operational goals. Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and coordinate drill and blast, as well as ancillary designs, ensuring alignment with the weekly plan.
• Provide guidance and coaching to Scheduling Engineers, ensuring optimal planning execution.
• Act as the main point of contact for the Underground Mine Foreman, holding the technical team accountable.
• Oversee stope reconciliation, identifying areas of risk and opportunity.
• Ensure compliance with site and statutory requirements, particularly with blast vibration monitoring and reporting.
• Support the Underground Manager in facilitating inspections, investigations, and DEMIRS visits.
• Provide coverage for the Alternate Underground Manager role when required, offering statutory guidance based on your expertise.

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mining Engineer to take their career to the next level. With the asset's ongoing growth and development, you will have the chance to lead a technical team, manage diverse mining methods, and oversee a range of critical engineering tasks. This is an ideal time to join a rapidly expanding company with a strong focus on both safety and operational efficiency.

Your Value

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of underground hard rock mining experience
• Experience with Deswik CAD and Scheduler packages
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Strong leadership capabilities, with experience leading diverse teams
• Current Western Australian "C" Class Drivers Licence

Why Apply?

• Permanent, full-time role with a stable and reputable employer.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with diverse mining methods and ongoing asset development.
• Competitive salary, performance bonuses, employee share plan, salary sacrificing options, private health insurance, and more.
• Generous leave entitlements, including 5 weeks of annual leave and additional benefits.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counselling and wellbeing services.

What's Next?

Applications are being reviewed for immediate process. For more information, please apply and request to see the detailed understanding your site pack for the project.

For a confidential conversation, email Matt Bulmer in the Marble Mining Team via mbulmer@marble.com.au.

In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 16,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!

Eloise Pullan | epullan@marble.com.au | 02 8116 2260 | 0477 455 399

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