About Alkane
Costerfield Operations, owned and operated by Alkane Resources Ltd, is a values-driven organisation committed to producing high-grade natural resources from our underground operations at Costerfield, Victoria. We focus on safe and efficient work practices and provide our people with authentic and rewarding career opportunities where innovation and agility are celebrated. Our culture prioritises our people and fosters strong community connections. Costerfield Operation is surrounded by numerous towns within a 50km radius, offering a variety of residential options. Bendigo, a vibrant city with a rich mining history, is nearby, making it an attractive place to live.
About The Role
Our new Mining Operations Engineer will be a practical and safety-focused team member who wants to further develop their career in an underground metalliferous mining setting. Your experience will include a sound knowledge of short-term scheduling, rock mechanics, and a practical knowledge of narrow vein drill and blast stoping methods.
Key Responsibilities:
- Construct and set the weekly production and development schedule and track a rolling 7‑day plan.
- Work with the Shift Supervisor in daily planning activities to ensure operations follow the short-term schedule.
- Conduct underground inspections of production areas to enable efficient operation and planning.
- Complete engineering tasks such as drill and blast design, production plans, survey and monthly reporting.
- Track daily, weekly and monthly production and development activities and determine compliance against forecast.
- Undertake geotechnical inspections and minor rehabilitation plans to address geotechnical issues/hazards.
- Liaise with the Geology Department regarding latest data and new information from underground operations.
About You
- Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
- Minimum of two years’ experience as a Mining Engineer (preferably with underground time completed).
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a focused operations team.
- High level of understanding of underground mining activities.
- Experience with relevant mine design software packages such as Deswik.
The Deal
- 8/6 Roster.
- All PPE Supplied.
- Access to ongoing professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- Benefit from onsite physiotherapy and Employee Assistance Program to support your physical and mental health.
- Subsidised childcare, gym memberships, and free ambulance cover.
- Other company benefits.
The Process
Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting will commence immediately. Successful candidates must pass a pre‑employment medical and mandatory drug and alcohol testing. We are a 100% smoke free workplace with zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants.
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