At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead mining operations and optimise performance while ensuring safety compliance.
- Company: Join Whitehaven Coal at Tarrawonga Mine, a dynamic open cut operation.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, bonuses, 9-day fortnight, and generous leave entitlements.
- Other info: Relocation assistance provided for those willing to move to Gunnedah.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a complex environment with career growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: 5+ years as a Mining Engineer with strong planning and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 78750 - 96250 $ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Mining Engineer to join our team at Tarrawonga Mine, located approximately 45km north of Gunnedah, NSW. Tarrawonga is a small but operationally complex open cut mine, producing up to 3.5mtpa. Reporting to the Mine Planning Superintendent, you will lead the development and delivery of short to mid term plans and schedules, from one week to five years. With one direct report, you will play a key role in optimising mine performance whilst ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. This opportunity is ideally suited to a commercially astute Mining Engineer who thrives in a complex operating environment. You will have the ability to evaluate multiple planning scenarios, identify opportunities and develop practical, cost-effective solutions that maximise business outcomes. This is a site-based role working a 9-day fortnight. Applicants must be based in the Gunnedah region or be willing to relocate, with relocation assistance provided.
What You’ll Do
- Provide technical support to mine operations, enabling the site to provide an increasingly safe and reliable operation.
- Supervise and provide mentoring to mining engineers, ensuring their outputs align with long term plans and overarching business goals.
- Lead the analysis and reporting of mining production data across the site.
- Identify areas of technical and business improvement to increase productivity and reduce mining costs.
- Ensure production budget is met by effective planning, scheduling and coordination of activities relating to the mining fleet.
What You’ll Bring
- 5+ years post graduate experience as a Mining Engineer within an open cut operation.
- Highly developed skills in mine design, scheduling and planning.
- Experience with Vulcan and Spry advantageous.
- Excellent communication and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Why Whitehaven Coal?
- Permanent role | Attractive Salary & Bonus Scheme | 9-day Fortnight.
- Career development, mentorship and coaching.
- Employee referral scheme - $4000 for successful referrals!
- 5 weeks annual leave, 15 days personal leave & 26 weeks parental leave.
- Full relocation package or temporary accommodation provided.
- Access to salary packaging including novated leasing.
Senior Engineer in Brisbane employer: Whitehaven Coal Limited
Whitehaven Coal is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises safety, teamwork, and excellence. With comprehensive career development opportunities, generous relocation packages, and a commitment to recognising individual contributions, employees at the Maules Creek Mine can thrive in a rewarding environment while enjoying benefits like paid parental leave and a bonus scheme. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the mining industry while being part of a company that values diversity and community engagement.
