Principal Mining Engineer
2 weeks ago
Job details
- Lead mine planning across short to long term
- Shape systems in a hands-on, entrepreneurial environment
- Darwin based role with real influence and autonomy
About The Client
Our client is a privately owned mining company operating in the Northern Territory. With a vertically integrated business model, they manage all aspects of mining and export logistics, apart from drilling and blasting. They are focused on building a high-performance, locally driven workforce with an emphasis on Indigenous employment and team members across Australia. The company offers a non-Tier 1 mining environment suited to professionals who are hands-on, adaptable, and entrepreneurial in spirit.
About The Role
WorkPac are seeking a
Principal Mining Engineer
to provide strategic mine planning leadership across short, medium, and long-term horizons. The successful candidate will contribute to safety, productivity, and cost improvements, while mentoring personnel and shaping engineering frameworks across the operation. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in agile environments and wants to make a lasting impact on a growing mining business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead technical planning across short, medium, and long-term mine planning
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, cost, and productivity
- Mentor and develop junior engineering staff and contribute to a high-performance culture
- Align mine planning with real-time operational capabilities across departments
- Influence the development and implementation of engineering policies and frameworks
- Challenge legacy practices and introduce innovative approaches to planning
- Participate regularly in site-based activities and foster team collaboration
Skills And Experience Required
- Extensive experience in open-cut mining engineering, ideally in iron ore
- Strong proficiency in mine planning systems and multi-horizon strategy development
- Background in mid-tier or emerging mining companies highly desirable
- Proven ability to adapt to dynamic, less structured environments
- Excellent leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional communication skills
- Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to work beyond a typical job description
How To Apply
Click on the Apply button or for more information please contact:
WorkPac Principal Consultant: Call Tiffany Parker on or email quoting the below reference number.
Job Reference Number: 7467J2025185
About WorkPac
WorkPac is Australia's largest privately owned workforce solutions business. We add value to our candidates by providing recruitment, skills and career development opportunities across the Mining, Construction, Healthcare industries and more. Choosing WorkPac is always a Good Move.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.
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