28 Nov
Broken Hill Operations
Sydney
Senior Mining Engineer
Permanent Full Time | Residential Role - Broken Hill NSW
Monday to Friday Roster
Competitive Salary + Career Growth Opportunities
Are you an experienced Mining Engineer ready to take the next step in your career?
We are seeking a Senior Mining Engineer to join our Technical Services team, providing leadership, technical expertise and planning direction to support safe, productive and profitable underground production.
Reporting to the Mine Planning Superintendent, you will play a pivotal role in medium and short-term mine planning while mentoring a team of Mining Engineers and driving continuous improvement across the operation.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
• Lead, mentor and supervise a small team of Mining Engineers
• Identify development and training requirements for team capability uplift
• Oversee medium and short-term mine planning functions
• Prepare Stope Authorities, Mining Instructions and related documentation
• Act as the responsible engineer for underground ventilation and dewatering
• Ensure statutory, WHS and environmental obligations are met in all planning
• Collaborate with operational teams to optimise performance and outcomes
• Drive proactive problem solving and process improvement initiatives
• Deliver accurate plans, schedules and engineering reports on time
About You
You will bring:
• Degree in Mining Engineering (or related discipline)
• Minimum 6 years’ underground mining experience
• Previous experience leading or mentoring mining professionals
• Strong underground hard-rock mine planning capability
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office + Deswik mine planning software
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills
• Sound knowledge of WHS and environmental compliance in underground mining
• Ability to identify hazards, assess risk and maintain safe work practices
• Australian working rights
• Be able to relocate to Broken Hill NSW
What We Offer
• Permanent, full-time position based at Rasp Mine, Broken Hill
• Competitive salary + benefits
• Relocation assistance & subsidised housing for relocating candidates
• Nine-day fortnight to support a healthy work-life balance
• Supportive team culture with strong focus on safety and development
About Us
Rasp Mine, operated by Broken Hill Operations Pty Ltd, is an underground lead, zinc, and silver mine located adjacent to the historic mining city of Broken Hill, NSW. Broken Hill Mines has recently acquired the Rasp Mine and secured a Joint Venture option for the Pinnacles Mine to consolidate the two operations and create a leading and long-term base metals operation. We take pride in our strong community connection, safety culture, and ongoing investment in people and process improvement.
Why Broken Hill?
Enjoy a regional lifestyle without compromising career opportunity.
Broken Hill is Australia’s first heritage-listed city, rich in mining history, art culture and community spirit. With short commutes, affordable housing, quality schools and a vibrant local culture, the region offers an exceptional lifestyle for individuals and families. The city also features strong healthcare services, sporting facilities, and direct flights to Sydney and Adelaide.
If you are an experienced underground Mining Engineer with strong leadership capability and a passion for delivering safe, efficient mine planning outcomes — we’d love to hear from you.
Applications close Sunday 21 December 2025.
📌 Senior Mining Engineer (Sydney)
🏢 Broken Hill Operations
📍 Sydney
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