Operations Mine Engineer Your new company Our client is an Australian-based mining resources company with a global footprint, comprising a large portfolio of operating assets in Australia and South Africa within the coal sector. Your new role Our client is currently seeking a highly motivated Operations Engineer to join our dynamic and motivated technical services team at their mine, which is situated 250km from Mackay. The key duties for this role are: Manage, develop and communicate the detailed weekly mine plan aligned to the requirements of two-weekly and 90-day plans. Lead the short-term design process to generate appropriate plans for Dragline, Excavators and Hauling Operation optimisation. Provide short-term mine planning, design and optimisation solutions. Provide technical support for mining projects across the organisation as required. Support the engineering, environmental and geological aspects of projects as required. Provide Drill and blast design and review, analysis and optimisation solutions. Monitor Dragline, Excavator and Dozer Push compliance and performance to target. Provide weekly reconciliation updates to design adherence and mine production in accordance with the mine plan. Validate daily production volumes in the reporting system. Provide pit monitoring and optimisation analysis for the site. Pilot UAV to gather footage and photographs of the mine site. What you'll need to succeed Relevant Mining Degree Qualification with 5 post-grad open cut mining experience Experience within operations; preferably with exposure to large-scale opencut coal mining operations. Excellent communication skills and the ability to interpret and articulate technical information. Strong understanding and capability in industry software applications is essential, particularly Spry and Deswik. What you'll get in return In return, our client can offer a fly-in-fly-out (FIFO) basis from Brisbane, working on an 8-days on 6-days off roster. They offer an exciting, fast-paced and flexible working environment, with access to training and mentoring from innovative leaders and established industry experts. The salary is $230k and offers 5 weeks annual leave. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to christine.law@hays.com.au, or call us now on 0417774623. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 2931410