Mining - Engineering & Maintenance (Mining, Resources & Energy)
Full time
This is an exciting time to join Black Cat Syndicate Limited , as the company is moving at a rapid pace through development and into production.
With underground mining well underway and the processing plant refurbishment activities almost complete at Paulsens, our Projects Team is working on the next part of our five-year vision to become a multi-operation gold producer.
Help shape and play a pivotal part in our growth by joining our team of highly engaged and motivated individuals, who are committed to making Black Cat a great company to work for!
If this sounds like something you want to be involved in, we are now looking for a Senior Mine Engineer – Projects to join the Projects Team and help advance the development of underground and open pit mining projects.
The role is permanent, based in our Perth Office on a Monday – Friday roster, with occasional site travel. We believe in balancing life and work and are happy to support flexible working arrangements.
About the Opportunity Reporting to the Project Development Manager you will be responsible for:
Generate, maintain, and optimise mine designs and schedules, including practical designs for new mining areas including the type of infrastructure and development required. Compare different mining methods and assess the impact on the economic viability of the projects. Review, update and maintain financial models that are used for project economic evaluations. Consult with relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure sufficient information is gathered to support the generation of mine studies. Support the generation and reporting of ore reserves. This position will be predominantly focused on underground mining activities and projects; however, exposure to open pit mining activities will be required. This position requires interacting with the Black Cat Board and Executive team.
About You You will have a tertiary degree in Mining Engineering, or equivalent, experienced in underground mining with exposure to working in a corporate environment advantageous, and have the following:
Strong experience in mine planning and a range of mining methods encompassing most aspects of underground mine engineering. Expert user of mine planning and scheduling software packages preferably Datamine (Mineable Shape Optimiser, Studio UG, EPS). Deswik experience transferable. Experience in capital projects including mine infrastructure design and cost estimation including capital costs and operating costs across a wide range of mining activities and support services. Exposure to various roles such as drill and blast, ventilation, scheduling, planning or projects, and infrastructure, highly regarded. Western Australian First Class Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency whilst not necessary would be advantageous. You will need to have lateral and unconstrained thinking skills with demonstrated initiative and an ability to work independently and within a team. Good interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative attitude is a must.
Being part of the Corporate Projects Team means you will be exposed to many aspects of the Company so as we grow you grow!
Black Cat is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is representative of the wider community and building an organisation which provides equal opportunities for all its employees.
We expect all our Employees to display a clear commitment to safety, the environment and social responsibility and to actively demonstrate values found within our Code of Conduct in day-to-day interactions with employees, contractors, and the communities in which we operate.
Black Cat Syndicate offers a competitive salary along with opportunities for career progression, great working environment and a family friendly lifestyle.
If you are ready for a challenge, and to be part of a motivated and dynamic team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume by clicking on 'Apply for this job' button. If you have any queries about this pivotal position, please email
Please note we will only contact shortlisted candidates. Agency referrals are not being accepted at this point in time.
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