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Engineer mining (mine development planning)

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Posted: 7 June
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Overview

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE
At South32, were meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, theres no better place to make a genuine difference. Together were making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives. Whatever career path you choose, well support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

About Worsley

Are you looking to be home every night? If so, this is your opportunity to live, work and play a short drive from stunning coastlines, scenic trails and the food and wine heartland of the west. Located in the picturesque south-west and Peel regions of Western Australia, South32 Worsley Alumina is on a journey to become the worlds leading Alumina producer where our workforce value the lifestyle that Worsley Alumina has to offer. Our integrated Bauxite Mine, Alumina Refinery and Port Operation is creating the essential products needed for a sustainable low carbon future.

What South32 Offers

* 14% employer supercontribution
* 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
* The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
* Options for additional superannuation contributions

About the Role

This role is a Permanent, full-time position on a 5/2,4/3 day fortnight at our Boddington Bauxite Mine, which is located a short drive from the community of Boddington (10 minutes), Pinjarra (50 minutes) and the City of Mandurah (1 hour).This position is a drive in drive out role with no camp facilities, however buses do run from Mandurah and Armadale.

As the Mining Engineer, you will use your engineering expertise to develop planning and enabling activities to support mine planning with clear guidance, ensuring production targets are met while upholding HSECQ standards.

* Delivery of enabling activities to support integrated mine plans through interaction with approvals, heritage and environmental teams.
* Development of optimised rehabilitation plans and pre-mining pit development activities in line with forecast and schedules.
* Identification of key risks, events and key enabling activities (development path) supporting medium term tactical mine plans.
* Detailed review of forecast mine schedules and physicals.
* Collaboration with stakeholders to establish endorsement for annual medium-term mining budgets and planning physicals.
* Analysis and reporting to ensure compliance with regulatory approvals.
* Support Medium Term Mine Planner in preparing scheduling input data, including operating, capital, labour forecasts and budgets.

About You

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

* Experience in strategic and short/medium-term mine planning is valued.
* A focus on safety and a passion for continuous improvement.
* Proven capability to operate in a complex, dynamic environment with ability to build strong working relationships with stakeholders.
* Familiarity with mine design and scheduling software (e.g., Maptek Vulcan, RPM MinePlanner, DESWIK and ESRI ArcGIS Pro) is an advantage.
* Previous experience in a similar role, particularly in open-cut mining, is preferred.
* Attention to detail and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

* Bachelors degree in Mining Engineering (or similar engineering discipline)

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on Monday 22 June

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