Mining Engineering Manager

Mining Engineering Manager About the Business
• Work as part of a strong and cohesive team
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Based near Singleton in the Hunter ValleyWe are Australia's largest pure-play coal producer generating over $10 billion in Foreign Direct Investment; owning, operating or participating in coal mines across NSW, Queensland and Western Australia.
Located 14km northwest of Singleton, Ashton underground mine has been operational for nearly 20 years.
The mine produces semi-soft coking coal for export through the Port of Newcastle, for use in the steel manufacturing industry and thermal coal for power generation.
Ashton employs approximately 330 people across our surface and underground operations.
Job Tasks and ResponsibilitiesThe role of Mining Engineering Manager is to develop, supervisor, monitor and review the mining engineering standards and procedures relating to the mining operations at Ashton Coal Operation.
This is an opportunity to drive strategic initiatives and support a high-performing team.
The successful applicant's leadership will be instrumental in optimising performance and ensuring long-term success.
This position reports directly to the site Operations Manager.
Some key responsibilities include:
• Champion safe work practices and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations
• Manage and review effective standards for statutory inspections, communication and reporting
• Engage with Statutory Regulators and Industry Safety and Health Representatives as required
• Cultivate positive relationships within site teams
• Ensure detailed planning and scheduling to optimise production
• Contribute to strategic growth and continuous improvement initiativesSkills and Experience NSW Mining Engineering Manager Certificate (or equivalent), or the ability to obtain one within 6 months 10+ years mining experience, with a least 3 years in underground longwall mining (mandatory) 5+ years in operational management and supervisory roles (mandatory) Tertiary qualifications in mining engineering or related discipline (desirable) Valid NSW explosive security clearance (formerly UHL) (desirable) Valid Australian drivers licence Excellent interpersonal, analytical, written and verbal communication BenefitsYancoal provides a range of benefits to appeal to the diverse needs of our employees.
The following benefits are available to eligible employees: Salary continuance and life insurance 20 weeks paid primary carers parental leave with no waiting period Subsidised private health insurance Fitness Passport - discounted workplace health and fitness program Study assistance Employee Assistance Program Access to financial education and banking discounts Salary packaging including novated leasing and remote area benefits Service recognition rewards Discounts program including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants Yancoal values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people that identify as LGBTQIA+.
If this is sounding like what you might be looking for in your next role apply today to start an exciting new journey with us.
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