Senior Mine Planning Engineer

3 days ago

Perth, Western Australia Elite Human Capital Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Horizon Minerals (ASX: HRZ) is an emerging mid-tier gold producer with high-quality projects located in the heart of Western Australia's goldfields. Headquartered in West Perth, we are in an exciting phase of growth and development, backed by a strong pipeline of exploration and production opportunities.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Senior Mine Planning Engineer / Senior Mining Engineer to join our growing team.

Reporting to the Group Mining Engineer, this position is responsible for delivering short to life-of-mine (LOM) planning for Horizon's operations. Working closely with internal teams, this role will ensure that mine plans are technically robust, economically optimised and aligned with strategic and production objectives.

Key aspects include:

·     Health and safety

·     Mine planning, design and engineering across multiple sites

·     Budgeting and financial planning

·     Technical and operational support

·     Cross-functional collaboration

·     Continuous improvement and innovation

Benefits

·     Join an emerging ASX-listed gold company at an exciting stage of growth.

·     Gain exposure to both corporate and site-based work.

·     Work with an experienced, friendly and supportive team.

·     Permanent, full-time role with an attractive remuneration package and benefits.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

·     Tertiary qualification in mining engineering or equivalent.

·     Post graduate studies would be advantageous but are not essential (e.g. mineral economics, mine planning, MBA).

·     Previous experience in underground and/or open pit mining, with experience in different underground mining methods preferred, including operational experience.

·     Experience in multiple commodities is ideal, gold experience is preferred.

·     Exposure to disciplines of rock mechanics, ventilation and general mine design.

·     Strong technical skills and a practical, innovative mindset.

·     Ability to forward plan, meet deadlines and prioritise multiple tasks.

·     Advanced computer literacy skills and competency with mining software (e.g. Whittle 4X, Datamine, Surpac, MineSched, Deswik.)

·     Excellent communication and technical report writing skills.

·     Capability to work independently in the field.

·     Sound knowledge of WA mining legislation and processes.

·     Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

·     "Can do" attitude, initiative and problem-solving skills.

·     Senior First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain).

·     Current "C" Class Driver's Licence.

Travel and Flexibility

The role will require regular travel to sites in the Goldfields region.

Work Rights

Applicants must have full rights to live and work in Australia to be considered for this position. Preference will be given to candidates currently living in Perth or the Goldfields.

How to Apply

Please submit your current resume for consideration.

For a confidential discussion, contact Shireen DuPreez on or via LinkedIn

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