Reporting to the Manager – Mine Planning, this role is responsible for leading the development of medium- and long-term mine plans for both open pit and underground operations.
You'll guide a team of engineers, ensuring mine planning aligns with the company's strategic growth objectives across multiple assets.
Perth based with site visits.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
Recognised Competent Person under JORC ****.
Experience in open-pit mine planning (underground experience beneficial).
Proven leadership experience at the Principal or Superintendent level.
Skilled in Deswik and / or Vulcan software.
Strong communication, leadership, and project management skills.
Why Join
Contribute to a significant growth phase across a large-scale gold and copper operation.
Influence the long-term direction of key open-pit and underground projects.
Perth-based position with regular site engagement.
Competitive remuneration package with an incentive bonus and benefits.
Supportive, inclusive, and safety-focused team culture.
Position Duties
Lead the mine planning function with a primary focus on open pit operations (underground experience advantageous).
Develop and oversee medium- and long-term mine designs, schedules, and strategies.
Provide technical guidance on mine design, sequencing, and life-of-mine planning.
Conduct and review reserve estimations in line with JORC **** principles.
Mentor and manage a team of engineers to deliver high-quality technical outcomes.
Collaborate across geology, operations, processing, safety, and environmental teams.
Drive continuous improvement in mine planning systems, tools, and software (Deswik, Vulcan preferred).
Monitor plan execution, identify variances, and implement corrective actions.
Manage planning budgets, schedules, and reporting to senior leadership.
Experience
10+ years' experience in open pit mine planning (underground experience beneficial).
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