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Mining - Engineering & Maintenance (Mining, Resources & Energy)
Full time
Salary + 2 x Quarterly Bonuses + GU Health & more!
Northern Star has a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a Planning Engineer to join our high performing Technical Services team at our Mount Charlotte Operations.
This opportunity is offered on a 5:2, 4:3 10-hour roster, residentially based in Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
Relocation packages and assistance will be considered for the right candidate.
Reporting to the Senior Planning Engineer, the primary role is for the delivery of mine plans in a safe and efficient manner, utilising industry best practice.
This is an integral role in a mine known for its dynamic nature and industry leading physicals.
The successful candidate will contribute greatly to the delivery of technical designs in a historic 60-year-old mining complex spanning multiple orebodies.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Produce accurate and clear mine instructions (lateral and vertical mine development, stope notes) by bringing conceptual designs to execution-ready plans for approval by Senior Planning Engineer.
Ensure issued instructions are clear, correct and understandable to Operations.
Work closely with the geology team to ensure designs are in line with available geological information.
Undertake evaluation of prospective remnant areas.
Assist management of underground contractors for project work where required.
Work closely with survey and operations to prioritise and execute development activities.
Contribute to the completion of various other Mine Planning Department functions, such as budgets/forecasts, life-of-mine plans, reserves, ventilation & capital projects.
Participate in safety & daily compliance meetings.
Required skills and experience:
Tertiary Qualifications in Mining Engineering.
Current "C" Class Western Australian Drivers Licence (Manual).
Experience with mine design software - preferably Deswik CAD and IS.
Underground production and planning experience in a mechanised hard-rock underground mine.
Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
Awareness of the Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulation 2022.
Underground time completed.
Eligibility:
Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes a medical, drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work and valid Australian national police clearance.
Northern Star is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce.
We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
Apply now to join the Northern Star team!
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