About the role Owing to its relative depth (approximately 60 metres below surface), Iluka has spent decades developing a novel, remotely operated, underground mining (UGM) technology.
This mining method is now in operation at the Balranald Mine.
This mining method is truly cutting-edge!
Iluka's UGM technology is akin to keyhole surgery for the mining of critical minerals.
It utilises directional drills to access to ore bodies previously thought uneconomic, with marked reductions in both environmental disturbance and carbon intensity relative to traditional mining techniques.
You can find out about our Balranald operation through the following link: TheMining Engineer will provide technical expertise on practical mining solutions to ensure the ongoing efficient delivery of the Balranald mining operation objectives.
This position is responsible for communicating, maintaining, and integrating the consolidated mining extraction, backfill, tailings, and rehabilitation plans for the mine site.
Key responsibilities include input into daily production and development activities to ensure management of the short- and medium-term mine plan.




Daily and weekly data recording and entry will provide information and direction on mine plans, backfill progress, tailings planning, rehabilitation, and material movements.Resilience and the ability to perform under pressure will be key in this dynamic environment!
Your responsibilities will include: Provide short and medium term production planning expertise for the mine including schedules for mining developmentand extraction the drills Deliver monthly, quarterly and yearly reports Effectively communicate mine plans to internal stakeholders and contractors Manage a rolling schedule to ensure productionoutcomes are achieved Develop plans for topsoil and overburden stripping, tailings injection and management and rehabilitation About you Tertiary degree in mining, oil and you have the skills and experience to help us to succeed and deliver sustainable value, apply now.
Applications close: 6 October **** "We respect and encourage diversity in a workforce that reflects our communities."

📌 Mining Engineer (New South Wales)
🏢 Iluka Resources
📍 New South Wales