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Principal - mine planning engineer, underground

Perth
Greatland
Planning Engineer
Posted: 29 April
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Role Overview

Reporting to the Manager – Mine Planning, you will oversee the development of medium- and long-term mine plans for underground operations, guide a team of engineers, and ensure alignment with Greatland's strategic growth vision transforming Telfer into a multi-decade operation through expansion of Telfer underground and Havieron resources.

Location and Travel: This role is based in our Subiaco head office full-time with regular site travel.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the underground mine planning function (open pit experience beneficial).
* Develop and oversee medium- and long-term mine plans, designs, and schedules aligned with business objectives.
* Provide technical guidance in mine design, sequencing, and life-of-mine planning.
* Conduct and review reserve estimations in accordance with JORC 2012 principals.
* Mentor and manage a team of mine planning engineers, ensuring delivery of high-quality technical outputs.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with open pit, geology, operations, processing, safety, and environment teams.
* Review and approve medium- and long-term technical designs and schedules.
* Drive process improvements in mine planning systems, tools, and software (Deswik required).
* Monitor plan execution, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
* Prepare and manage annual and quarterly planning budgets and schedules.
* Communicate regularly with senior leadership on progress, risks, and strategic opportunities.
* Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

About You

* Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related field.
* Recognised Competent Person under JORC 2012.
* 10+ years' experience in underground mine planning (open pit experience advantageous).
* Previous experience at a Principal or Superintendent level.
* Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
* Proficiency in Deswik software essential.

Why Greatland?

* Be part of a major growth phase at one of Western Australia's most diverse mining operations.
* Opportunity to influence the long-term direction of Telfer and Havieron.
* Perth-based role with regular site engagement.
* Competitive salary package and employee benefits.
* A collaborative and innovative culture that values leadership, safety, and technical excellence.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that every recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotion decision is made based on individual merit. We do not discriminate on any grounds, and our goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where all individuals can thrive.

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