Millmerran, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD
We are a global family-owned business with over 60 years in the mining, civil and earth moving industry.
Operating in several countries throughout the world, this opportunity as a qualified and experienced Senior Mining Engineer will see you in the Australian operation working at the Commodore Mine in Millmerran, Queensland. EPSA is seeking a Senior Mining Engineer to be employed by the company on a full-time permanent basis, working a 5 & 2 roster. This is your chance to unlock your full potential and make a lasting impact.
You will work within a high performing team.
Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, the successful candidate will be an integral member of the senior site management team at Commodore.
The Commodore Mine feeds the Millmerran Power Station exclusively. About the roleCoordination of technical mining activities in relation to mine planning, scheduling, design and geotechnical activities by prioritising resources, equipment and people.Produce and oversee the implementation of medium and short-term mining schedules and plans (Monthly 3MRP, Weekly, Daily).Oversee drilling and blasting activities carried out by Blasting subcontractor.Maintain an understanding of ROM coal quality to facilitate the delivery of coal to the Hopper which achieves the contract specifications.Assist in generating Scope of Work documents for sub-contracted works on an as required basis.Technical input and review of the Annual and Life of Contract Mine Plans.Participate in regular client and internal meetings to address ongoing mine planning methodologies, and strategies.Ensure regular engagement with production and maintenance personnel to ensure mine plans are practical/implementable and reflect the efficient use of available plant.Ensure regular engagement and work collaboratively with site technical services personnel and provide mentoring in technical development.Ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental guidelines and company standards.Ensure that appropriate risk mitigation strategies are identified and make recommendations.Assist in generating the monthly mine progress claim for submission to the Client.Prepare periodic reports and systems of measuring progress in the technical services functions.Lead the review of the existing engineering practices to understand where, when and how we can continuously improve.
To be successful you will have:Generic Surface Induction - Standard S11 SOA.S123 & G2 or G1289 – Supervisor Competencies.Current Australian Drivers Licence.Bachelor's degree in mining or civil engineering or equivalent mine planning experience.Current Coal Board Medical, or willingness to complete along with a Pre-Employment Medical.Minimum 5 years Open Cut Coal mining experience with relevant experience in leading a team of professionals to deliver against targets.Experience with Mine Planning/Scheduling packages such as Deswik, Spry, Vulcan, XPAC.Knowledge of the relevant regulations, guidelines and Australian standards.Analytical and strategic thinking as well as problem solving and lateral thinking.Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills as well as the ability to drive performance with a continuous improvement mindset.What we are offeringAdditional allowances with $10k guaranteed over the first 12 months.Attractive salary with above award leave entitlements.Employee benefits including salary sacrificing and novated lease.Drive in; Drive out.Accommodation provided for applicants residing outside of 1.5 hour drive radius from Millmerran.Family-owned business with a focus on creating local employment opportunities.When you work at EPSA, you join a family, you don't just join a Project.Work for a global organisation with an international footprint.90% brand new fleet.Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years' experience do you have as a mining engineer?Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?How many years of people management experience do you have?Do you have a current Coal Board Medical check?How many years of drill and blast experience do you have? #J-18808-Ljbffr