About the role
* 8 / 6 Days Only Roster
* FIFO from Perth WA
* Performance, Retention and Profit Share Bonuses
* Company contribution towards private health cover for employees and immediate family
Responsibilities
The Technical Service team is currently seeking a Senior Mine Engineer to join them on an 8 / 6 days only roster based at Atlas Iron mine sites. Reporting to the Superintendent Mine Engineering and Surveying, you will be responsible for overseeing the technical elements of drill and blast and to prepare and deliver robust Short-Term Plans (STP) that align with the directions set by the Medium-Term Plan (MTP).
Duties
* Exercise a sufficient level of detail in developing the Short to Medium Term Planning Horizons which utilise resources efficiently, identifies risk clearly and creates a clear path for a high standard of operational performance and success.
* Contribute to the development and review of resource allocations and budgets (people and equipment) to ensure they reflect the business drivers and intent.
* Drill and Blast Design and Review – All aspects of Drill and Blast design including, hole layouts, charging instructions, timing and post blast analysis. Ensure regular reviews are undertaken and documented.
* Reconciliation – Conduct reconciliation of daily performance of Drill and Blast, Load and Haul and Crushing to ensure alignment to Plan. This role is accountable for defining actions to recover variances to plan.
* Optimise the Pit Designs, Dump Designs, Stockpile Designs and Haul paths in line with the STP and Atlas Iron standards to maximise the recovery of Ore and minimise the cost per unit tonne delivered to the ROM.
Skills and Experience
* Minimum 5 years as a Mine Engineer
* Relevant academic qualification in Mine Engineering
* Quarry Manager Certification (desirable)
* Site Senior Executive (desirable)
* Strong leadership skills in managing direct reports and behavioural expectations
* Demonstrated understanding of the mine planning cycles and activities
* Practical skills and knowledge in drill and blast design, pit optimisation and infrastructure design
* Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with colleagues and external contractors.
* Proactive approach with the ability to work without supervision and make independent decisions
* Flexible in approach with an adaptive style to suit changing workplace requirements.
* WA C class drivers licence or national equivalent
Mine Site Facilities
* Modern, comfortable camp accommodation and village shop.
* Quality food options (vegetarian and healthy options).
* Fully equipped gym facilities and multi-use outdoor courts.
* SWIFT in-room entertainment with comprehensive content.
* Lifestyle, Learning and Recreation initiative which provides events for your family.
About the Company
Atlas Iron is an Australian owned Iron Ore company, mining and exporting direct shipping ore from its Mount Webber, Sanjiv Ridge, and Miralga Creek mining operations in Western Australia’s Pilbara Region. We are also expanding with our new mine McPhee Creek becoming operational in 2025.
By fostering a lean and innovative culture, and promoting strong teamwork, we stand out as the preferred operator for smaller and challenging assets within the Hancock Group, ultimately creating exceptional value for our stakeholders.
We are a company where people matter. We support our teams to reach their full potential by providing generous benefits and opportunities, empowering people to actively contribute to our success and that of our state and country.
Equal Opportunity
Atlas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we proudly encourage indigenous Australians, ex-Military personnel and females to apply. We promote cultural diversity, gender equality and non-discrimination.
How to apply
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To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.
Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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