With over 50 years of experience in the mining and civil earthmoving industries, MacKellar is an industry leader. Our primary recruitment hubs are located in Townsville and Rockhampton, with flights available from Cairns.
Why Choose MacKellar
* Competitive salary with a balanced work schedule (8/6 roster)
* FIFO options from various locations, including Townsville, Rockhampton, or Cairns
* Possibility of long-term employment on a permanent project
* A range of benefits, including health insurance discounts, salary sacrificing, and employee assistance programs
We welcome applications from all regional Queensland communities.
About the Role
Mackellar is seeking a skilled Drill and Blast Engineer to play a key role at an expanding coal mine site.
* Develop strategic plans for Drill and Blast activities, monitor their implementation, and optimize performance as needed
* BUILD POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH OPERATIONS TEAMS AND DELIVER PLANS TO ACHIEVE COMPANY GOALS
* Provide support and guidance to operational personnel in executing these plans
Requirements
* Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mining or Civil engineering
* Experience working in Coal Mining as a Mine Engineer
* Proficiency in software such as Vulcan, Deswik, Blastlogic, or similar tools
* Current Standard 11 certification (or willingness to obtain)
* Queensland driver's license
At MacKellar, we value our people and prioritize a strong safety culture based on our core values of Integrity, Caring, Respect, and Courage.