You will play a key role in the restart of a major underground silver-lead-zinc mine in Broken Hill, NSW.
With mining scheduled to recommence in November ****, you will join the technical services team during a critical ramp-up period, taking ownership of mine scheduling and drill and blast design to support the operation toward nameplate production.
Working within established systems and using Deswick, you will help translate the mine plan into practical production outcomes.
You will work closely with the mining and technical services teams, supported by an established operation, while contributing to a fast-paced restart environment where your ability to hit the ground running will be highly valued.
This is an initial six-month contract with a strong likelihood of extension as the mine ramps toward full production.
You will work an 8/6 back-to-back roster on day shift, with 11-hour days and FIFO/DIDO arrangements available.
Accommodation will be provided in Broken Hill, with flights and transfers arranged for the duration of the contract.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain underground mine schedules in Deswick
Support the mine ramp-up toward planned production targets
Complete drill and blast designs for underground mining activities
Monitor schedule performance and adjust plans as required
Work closely with mining teams to coordinate production activities
Provide practical technical input into mine planning and execution
Support short- and medium-term planning activities as required
Identify opportunities to improve production performance and sequencing
About you
Underground hard-rock mining engineering experience
Solid experience in production scheduling and mine planning
Practical drill and blast design experience
Working experience with Deswick is highly desirable
Ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced restart setting
Strong understanding of underground mining operations and production
Experience with remnant mining, restarts or ramp-ups is advantageous
Sub-level open stoping or narrow-vein base metals experience is beneficial
Comfortable working an 8/6 FIFO roster and 11-hour day shifts
Why Join this Project?
Be part of a major underground mine restart from the early production phase
Build valuable restart and remnant mining experience on your resume
Take ownership of scheduling and drill & blast within a growing operation
Join a strong technical services team with established support
Contribute to a mine with an anticipated multi-year production outlook
Supporting a Diverse Workforce We welcome and support all applicants, from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and impairments, and people from different cultural and religious backgrounds.
Concentis and the partners we work with, are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to ensuring a working environment where everyone feels included and is treated fairly with respect and equal consideration.
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📌 Mining Engineer (Broken Hill)
🏢 Concentis
📍 Broken Hill
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