An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Underground Mining Engineer to join a growing underground gold operation in Western Australia.
This role offers the chance to provide technical leadership while supporting the secure and productive delivery of the mine plan within a high-performing mining team.
This is more than a traditional technical engineering role.
The successful candidate will act as the back-to-back for the Alternate Underground Manager , making it an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to progress into operational leadership.
As such, applicants must hold a current WA First Class Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency and demonstrate the capability to fulfil statutory responsibilities when required.
About You Degree in Mining Engineering.
Current WA First Class Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency (essential).
Extensive underground hard rock mining experience in a senior engineering or technical leadership role.
Strong proficiency with mine planning software such as Deswik, MineSched, Vulcan or similar.
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor, coach and influence operational teams.
Sound understanding of underground mining legislation, statutory obligations and risk management.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Full Australian working rights.




What's on Offer Permanent full-time opportunity.
FIFO 8:6 roster from Perth.
Competitive remuneration package.
Opportunity to join a growing Australian gold producer with significant growth plans.
Collaborative leadership team and a strong safety culture.
A genuine pathway into Underground Management through a role that provides statutory exposure and operational leadership experience.
Position Duties: Develop and optimise short, medium and long-term underground mine plans.
Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly production schedules.
Monitor mining performance and identify opportunities to improve productivity, safety and cost efficiency.
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to the mine engineering team.
Work collaboratively with Mining, Geology and Operational teams to ensure effective execution of the mine plan.
Support drill and blast, ventilation, ground support and production planning activities.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting and Life of Mine planning.
Ensure compliance with the Work Health and Safety Act **** and Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations ****.
Provide operational leadership and act as the delegate for the Alternate Underground Manager as required.
Experience 8+ years Current Status OPEN Duration Permanent Duty Roster FIFO Perth 8:6

📌 Sm18517 Senior Underground Mining Engineer (Western Australia)
🏢 Mining Employment Services
📍 Western Australia