Costerfield Operations, owned and operated by Alkane Resources Ltd, is situated in Central Victoria, east of Bendigo and surrounded by numerous towns within a 50km radius, offering a variety of residential options.
Our current operation runs an underground mine and processing plant that is responsible for producing gold and antimony.
The mine's workforce consists of over 250 permanent employees who hold various roles in professional, technical, mining, processing, and trades.
We are focused on safe and efficient work practices and providing our people with authentic and rewarding career opportunities where innovation and agility are celebrated.
We have established a culture that prioritises our people and fosters strong community connections.
Please note: Costerfield Operations is a residential mine and relocation to the local area is essential for this role.
We are seeking a Production Engineer to join our team at Costerfield Operations.
This role is ideal for an experienced Underground Production Engineer to contribute to a growing operation.
About The Role
Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent the new production Engineerwill be a practical and safety focused team member who wants to further develop their career in underground metalliferous mining environment.
Your experience will include a sound knowledge of drill and blast designing, rock mechanics and a practical knowledge of narrow vein drill and blast stoping methods.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
Work with the Shift Supervisor in their daily planning activities to ensure operations follow the short-term schedule.
Conduct underground inspections of production areas to enable efficient operation and planning.
Completion of engineering tasks such as drill and blast design, production plans, survey and monthly reporting.
Track daily, weekly and monthly production and development activities and determine compliance against forecast.
Undertake geotechnical inspections and minor rehabilitation plans to address geotechnical issues/hazards.




Liaise with Geology Department with relation to latest data and new information from underground operations.
About Alkane
Costerfield Operations, owned and operated by Alkane Resources Ltd, is situated in Central Victoria, east of Bendigo and surrounded by numerous towns within a 50km radius, offering a variety of residential options.
Our current operation runs an underground mine and processing plant that is responsible for producing gold and antimony.
The mine's workforce consists of over 250 permanent employees who hold various roles in professional, technical, mining, processing, and trades.
We are focused on safe and efficient work practices and providing our people with authentic and rewarding career opportunities where innovation and agility are celebrated.
We have established a culture that prioritises our people and fosters strong community connections.
Please note: Costerfield Operations is a residential mine and relocation to the local area is essential for this role.
We are seeking a Production Engineer to join our team at Costerfield Operations.
This role is ideal for an experienced Underground Production Engineer to contribute to a growing operation.
About The Role
Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent the new production Engineerwill be a practical and safety focused team member who wants to further develop their career in underground metalliferous mining environment.
Your experience will include a sound knowledge of drill and blast designing, rock mechanics and a practical knowledge of narrow vein drill and blast stoping methods.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
Work with the Shift Supervisor in their daily planning activities to ensure operations follow the short-term schedule.




Conduct underground inspections of production areas to enable efficient operation and planning.
Completion of engineering tasks such as drill and blast design, production plans, survey and monthly reporting.
Track daily, weekly and monthly production and development activities and determine compliance against forecast.
Undertake geotechnical inspections and minor rehabilitation plans to address geotechnical issues/hazards.
Liaise with Geology Department with relation to latest data and new information from underground operations.
About You
Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering
Have a strong commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.
A minimum oftwo years' experience as a Mining Engineer (preferably with underground time completed).
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a small but focused operations team.
Your ability to communicate with operation team members is a critical component of this role
High level of understanding of underground mining activities.
Experience with relevant mine design software packages such Deswik.
The Deal
8/6 Roster
Be home with your family at the end of each shift
Competitive remuneration package
Relocation assistance available Onsite Physiotherapy
Life and Salary Continuance insurance
Novated Leasing options for vehicles
Employee Rewards program – cash savings for everyday expenses
Employee Assistance Program
Free Ambulance cover
Annual Health and Wellbeing allowance
The Process
Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting will commence immediately
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Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment medical and mandatory drug and alcohol testing.
We are a 100% smoke free workplace with zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol.
We are an equal prospect employer and welcome all applicants.
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📌 Production Engineer (Bendigo)
🏢 Alkane Resources
📍 Bendigo