Job Title: Senior Mine/Tunnel Ventilation Engineer
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Job Description:
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1. Our team requires a highly skilled and experienced ventilation engineer to lead the design, optimization, and monitoring of underground ventilation systems for tunnels and caverns.
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2. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in airflow simulations, thermal load assessments, and troubleshooting ventilation and air quality issues across multiple project sites.
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3. As a key member of our engineering team, you will provide technical assistance during excavation, installation, and commissioning, ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance.
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4. You will also be responsible for leading small engineering teams, managing deliverables, timelines, and quality while fostering technical growth.
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5. Additionally, you will represent ventilation engineering in meetings with clients, joint venture partners, government, and internal teams.
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6. Collaboration with civil, mechanical, electrical, and geotechnical teams is essential for integrated solutions.
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Requirements:
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7. 8–12 years of experience as a Ventilation Engineer, with at least 3–4 years in Australia; hands-on involvement in tunnelling or mining projects (mandatory, at least one of them).
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8. Technical expertise: Proven experience in ventilation system design, optimization, troubleshooting; airflow simulations and thermal load evaluations; strong knowledge of Australian WHS/OHS compliance.
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9. On-site knowledge: Practical experience during excavation, installation, and commissioning; ability to resolve ventilation-related issues under site conditions.
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10. Leadership & collaboration: Demonstrated ability to lead small teams and coordinate with multidisciplinary groups (civil, electrical, mechanical, geotechnical).
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11. Tools & standards: Proficiency with ventilation simulation and thermal analysis software; preparation of technical reports; familiarity with WHS standards.
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12. Education & work rights: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mining, or Environmental Engineering; fluent English (C1); valid Australian driver's licence; unrestricted work rights in Australia (no visa sponsorship).
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13. Mobility: Willingness to relocate to regional NSW; no FIFO.
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Working Hours:
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14. Monday to Friday, ~40 hours/week. Flexible schedule depending on project needs.
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Benefits:
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15. Competitive salary + 12% superannuation.
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16. Private health insurance provided.
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17. 20 days paid annual leave + 10 sick days.
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18. Accommodation provided for the employee and immediate family (partner/children) in regional NSW.
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19. Weekly on-site meals covered for the employee.
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20. Company shuttle bus for site travel.
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21. Relocation support to regional NSW.
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22. Camp facilities.
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23. Family benefits: accommodation extended to family; other listed benefits exclusive to the employee.
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Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:
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We are committed to upholding the highest standards of equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout our recruitment processes. We welcome applications from talented professionals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
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We also provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Candidates requiring support are encouraged to let us know at the earliest opportunity.