Senior Underground Planning Engineer

5 days ago


Australia Mining Employment Services Full time

Job Title: Senior Underground Planning Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Underground Planning Engineer to join our team at Mining Employment Services. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing optimum underground development, stope designs, and mining methods.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement mine plans, ensuring consistency and continuity of the mine planning process.
  • Optimize equipment requirements and minimize mining costs.
  • Deliver short, medium, and long-term mine plans.
  • Prepare underground mine development and production schedules.
  • Plan and oversee the dewatering system in the mine.
  • Oversee the preparation and optimization of drill and blast plans.
  • Monitor day-to-day mining operations to ensure compliance with agreed plans and quality control standards.
  • Undertake ongoing updates of underground Life of Mine plan.
  • Examine mining methods and equipment to improve performance.
  • Supervise mining engineers and other technical staff in their day-to-day activities.
  • Provide mine designs and schedules for underground capital and operating cost budgets and forecasts.
  • Review underground mine planning cost reports and address any variances.

Requirements:

  • 8+ years of experience in underground mining operations, with 2+ years in a senior-level role.
  • Tertiary qualification in mining engineering.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills.
  • Strong understanding of relevant legislation and regulations.
  • Skilled in mine planning and scheduling software (Deswik preferred).
  • First Class Mine Managers Certificate, or experience to qualify.

Working Conditions:

  • FIFO Perth 8:6 roster.

Company Information:

Mining Employment Services is a leading provider of mining employment solutions. We are committed to delivering exceptional service and supporting the growth of our clients' businesses.



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