Myndshift Group supports a number of industries including mining, civil construction, and heavy engineering. With our extensive experience and wide-reaching network, we are proud to deliver the highest quality project personnel in partnership with some of Australia's largest companies.

Our client an ASX Listed Mining Contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Mining Engineer to support the recommencement of operations at the Wonawinta Silver Mine, located approximately 45k's East of Cobar, NSW.

This restart represents a rare opportunity to play a key role in re-establishing safe, efficient, and sustainable mining operations from the ground up, contributing directly to the success of a revitalised operation.

This role operates on a 8 Days On / 6 Days Off roster on a DIDO basis

About the Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Senior Mining Engineer will play a critical role in supporting operational readiness and ongoing production success. Key responsibilities include:

- Conducting all aspects of mining engineering work including mine planning, design, scheduling, drill & blast support, and equipment selection
- Providing technical and commercial support to operational teams
- Delivering engineering analysis and technical advice to support operational decision-making
- Identifying and contributing to continuous improvement and business improvement initiatives




- Maintaining and managing the production reporting systems
- Collaborating closely with site teams to achieve production plan compliance
- Assisting with progress claims, budgeting, and forecasting activities
- Maintaining a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence
- Contributing to the Mining Engineering and Estimating Community of Best Practice
- Building strong relationships through effective communication and teamwork

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- A tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience in a similar mining engineering role
- Strong capability using mine planning software
- Previous exposure to hard rock surface mining operations (highly regarded)
- Proven examples where you have contributed to operational improvements and team success
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- A proactive approach with a strong safety focus

Employee Benefits

Our client offers a supportive environment with robust focus on skilled growth and wellbeing, including:

- Ongoing career development opportunities
- Access to lifestyle, financial and mental health support programs
- Salary sacrifice options for flights, vehicles, airport parking and more
- The opportunity to play a key role in restarting a producing silver mine operation

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Mining Engineer - Silver Mine-Re-Start (Cobar)
🏢 MYNDSHIFT GROUP
📍 Cobar