At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead underground mine planning and develop practical mining strategies for Galaxy Underground.
- Company: Join Ramelius Resources, a leading Australian gold producer with a culture of innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, employee share plan, health insurance, and study assistance.
- Other info: Exciting growth opportunities and supportive environment for personal and professional development.
- Why this job: Shape the future of mining while working with cutting-edge technology and a collaborative team.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering and experience in underground mine planning.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
About Us
At Ramelius Resources, gold mining isn’t just what we do - it’s who we are. From our humble beginnings at Wattle Dam to becoming one of Australia’s leading gold producers, we’ve built a reputation for performance, innovation and growth. Today, we’re entering an exciting new chapter, with significant investment across our existing operations, exploration success and a strong pipeline of future opportunities. What truly sets us apart is our people. We foster a culture where people are encouraged to share ideas, challenge the status quo and make a genuine impact.
About Mt Magnet & Galaxy Underground
This is an opportunity to join Galaxy Underground at a pivotal point in its evolution. Mt Magnet is one of Ramelius’ cornerstone operations, bringing together underground, open pit and satellite mines with a long‑term production outlook and significant opportunities for further growth. At its heart is Galaxy Underground, a high‑grade operation where Mars and Saturn are mined using long‑hole stoping. With mineralisation remaining open along strike and at depth, ongoing underground drilling is continuing to unlock further potential and extend the mine’s future.
About the Role
As Senior Planning Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping the future of Galaxy Underground. Working closely with Geology, Engineering, Operations and Technical Services, you’ll lead Life‑of Mine planning, translating geological information, exploration results and operational priorities into practical mining strategies. You’ll have the opportunity to influence mine design, sequencing, production strategy, economic evaluation and future development as the orebody continues to evolve. This position is based out of Perth on a 4:3 roster. Relocation assistance is on offer for interstate candidates.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead underground mine planning activities across operational and strategic timeframes
- Develop annual budget and Life‑of‑Mine forecasts and schedules
- Develop and assess mining strategies in collaboration with the Underground Manager
- Lead the mine planning team to develop short‑term, monthly and quarterly schedules
- Integrate drilling results, geological interpretation and block model updates into mine designs and sequencing
- Refine mining studies and future underground projects to execution readiness
- Prepare annual physicals and contribute to operational and capital budgeting
- Undertake economic analysis, including cut‑off grades and scenario modelling
About You
You’re an experienced Senior Planning Engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and turning opportunities into executable mine plans. You’ll bring strong technical capability across underground mine planning, design, scheduling and economic evaluation, along with the ability to work collaboratively across technical and operational teams.
To excel in this role, you will need:
- Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering
- Proven experience in underground mine planning, ideally within hard‑rock gold mining
- Strong experience across Life‑of‑Mine strategy through to short‑term scheduling
- High proficiency in mine planning and design software, ideally Deswik
- Strong understanding of underground mine design, development and production sequencing
- Experience with mining costs, cut‑off grades and economic evaluation
- Sound knowledge of relevant mining legislation
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills
- A proactive approach and passion for mentoring and developing others
- First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate is desirable but not essential
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive remuneration – A rewarding salary package that recognises your skills and experience
- Short‑Term Incentive Bonus – Opportunity to earn an attractive yearly bonus.
- Relocation assistance
- Employee Share Plan – Receive $5,000 worth of company shares each financial year, helping you share in our success.
- Referral Bonus Program - Be rewarded for introducing talented people to join the team.
- Health Insurance - Access to health insurance benefits to support your health and wellbeing.
- Novated Leasing - Enjoy a flexible and tax‑effective way to finance a new vehicle.
- Study Assistance - Financial support to help you continue your professional development and further your career.
- Parental Leave - Supportive parental leave benefits to help you balance your career and family.
- Modern, recently refurbished camp facilities.
The mine is developing. The technology is evolving. The opportunities are growing. At Ramelius Resources, gold mining isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. We foster a culture where people are empowered to contribute, supported to develop and encouraged to grow. Because at Ramelius, when you grow, we grow.
Senior Mine Planning Engineer in Brisbane employer: Ramelius Resources Ltd
At Ramelius Resources, we pride ourselves on being more than just a gold mining company; we are a community that values passion, innovation, and growth. Located in the heart of Mt Magnet, our supportive work culture encourages personal and professional development, offering unique benefits such as an employee share plan, health insurance, and study assistance. Join us to be part of a team where your contributions matter, and together, we can achieve great success in the mining industry.
