About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Mining Engineer to join our planning team. Moolarben mine is currently in an exciting phase growing to deliver up to mine 16Mt of coal per year from. Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, the key role responsibilities include:
1. Provide technical guidance for all relevant dig/doze/dump activities.
2. Optimise and prepare production schedules (from short term (2 weeks) to align with mid term scheduling (12 weeks).
3. Prepare and update monthly production re-forecasts using SPRY and other tools
4. Preparation of Stage plans and delivery of the 12 week plan on a monthly basis
5. Work closely with the Mining department, being proactive in identifying issues, monitoring outcomes and providing solutions.
6. Work with other members of the mine planning team to ensure cohesion and alignment between planning horizons to achieve short term and budget objectives.
About You
7. A tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or related discipline (Civil, Geology, Survey)
8. Demonstrated 5 years of experience in an open pit mining environment (Coal or other) with engineering exposure
9. Experience in mine design and scheduling software preferably Vulcan, 3D Dig, and Spry would be advantageous
10. Experience in Microsoft products (Excel spreadsheets/databases)
11. Well developed verbal and written communication skills to be able to communicate effectively
12. The motivation and ability to; be positive, be curious, learn, listen, contribute to a ‘one team’ work culture, take on challenges and deliver work to the standard and deadlines required.
Benefits
Working at Moolarben as part of Yancoal provides a rewarding and challenging work environment with a positive operational culture only 40km from Mudgee.
Mudgee has been voted the top tourism town in Australia in and. It is a thriving town in a beautiful scenic region with great community and family facilities, tourism activities and many wineries in the area. This opportunity provides a great work/life balance.
13. We offer competitive remuneration packages for our roles
14. A vast range of retail discounts including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants
15. Subsidised corporate health insurance for you and your family
16. Financial assistance and study leave for relevant qualifications
17. 18 weeks paid parental leave with no waiting period
18. Multiple types of flexible work arrangements
19. Access to financial advice from a leading bank
20. Salary Continuance and Life Insurance Cover
21. Salary sacrifice options, Service recognition rewards, Employee Assistance Programs
The successful applicant must be willing to live within km of the mine.