Rate: $110 - $115 per hour + Super
6-Month Contract
5/2 Roster
Southwest | Dwellingup, WA
We are seeking an experienced
Senior Mine Operations Planning Engineer
to join a large-scale surface mining operation in Western Australia.
This key leadership role is responsible for
mine planning, mine scheduling, forecasting, budgeting and operational optimisation
, ensuring safe and cost-effective production outcomes.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will convert long-range mine plans into practical annual, quarterly and ultra short-term schedules that maximise equipment utilisation, productivity and cost efficiency.
You will also lead the
Ultra Short-Term Planning (USTP)
function and provide technical leadership across planning, scheduling and operational performance.
Who are we?
Chandler Macleod is a leading global workforce solutions provider, delivering recruitment, consulting, and outsourcing services across multiple industries.
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Key Responsibilities
Develop and optimise annual, quarterly and ultra short-term mine plans.
Lead the Ultra Short-Term Planning (USTP) function across 24-hour and two-week planning horizons.
Prepare operating budgets, forecasts and cost models to support business objectives.




Coordinate ore development, mining, haulage and rehabilitation activities.
Manage grade control and survey processes to ensure production quality targets are achieved.
Lead a team of planners, schedulers, surveyors and grade control personnel.
Monitor mine performance, reporting, forecasting and plan compliance.
Provide technical expertise on mining methods, equipment selection and operational improvement initiatives.
Partner closely with operational stakeholders to ensure alignment with longer-term mine plans.
Essential Requirements
Degree qualified in Mining Engineering.
Advanced experience with
Alastri
and
Deswik
.
Strong experience in
mine planning, mine scheduling and production planning
within a surface mining operation.
Proven leadership experience managing technical or operational teams.
Experience developing budgets, forecasts and operational plans.
Full Australian working rights.
Perth-based candidates preferred.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a complex, high-volume mining operation while leading a critical planning function within a team-oriented site leadership team.
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📌 Senior Mine Operations Planning Engineer (Western Australia)
🏢 Chandler Macleod
📍 Western Australia