At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for a skilled Mining Engineer to join a leading open cut coal operation in Queensland's Bowen Basin. You will play a key role in delivering safe, efficient and executable mine plans focused on Dragline activities and report to the Mine Planning Superintendent.
This role offers exposure to a large-scale mining environment and the chance to contribute to short to medium-term planning while collaborating closely with operations and technical teams.
This role is on a 4:3-day shift roster based at our Saraji Mine in Queensland's Bowen Basin, FIFO (BNE to MOV), residential and DIDO options are available.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and direct the work of the Dragline planning team to ensure the delivery of safe and efficient Dragline plans and schedules
- Develop and deliver optimised Dragline designs and sequences
- Coach, develop and mentor team members in best practice Dragline planning
- Monitor and drive action for dig-to-design compliance
- Work closely with operations teams to ensure plans are practical and achievable
- Communicate planning outcomes clearly to production and execution teams
- Contribute to incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
- Build strong cross-functional relationships across planning and operations
At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for a skilled Mining Engineer to join a leading open cut coal operation in Queensland's Bowen Basin. You will play a key role in delivering safe, efficient and executable mine plans focused on Dragline activities and report to the Mine Planning Superintendent.
This role offers exposure to a large-scale mining environment and the chance to contribute to short to medium-term planning while collaborating closely with operations and technical teams.
This role is on a 4:3-day shift roster based at our Saraji Mine in Queensland's Bowen Basin, FIFO (BNE to MOV), residential and DIDO options are available.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and direct the work of the Dragline planning team to ensure the delivery of safe and efficient Dragline plans and schedules
- Develop and deliver optimised Dragline designs and sequences
- Coach, develop and mentor team members in best practice Dragline planning
- Monitor and drive action for dig-to-design compliance
- Work closely with operations teams to ensure plans are practical and achievable
- Communicate planning outcomes clearly to production and execution teams
- Contribute to incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
- Build strong cross-functional relationships across planning and operations
About You
- Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent
- Experience in open cut coal mine planning, particularly in Dragline operations
- Practical knowledge of short to medium-term mine planning
- Proficiency in mining software such as Deswik, 3D Dig, or SPRY
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Results-driven with a focus on safety, efficiency and continuous improvement
What's on Offer
- Work within a large, technically complex mining operation
- Supportive and inclusive team setting
- Opportunities for career progression and technical development
About Our Process
At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.
Please note as part of this recruitment process the successful applicant will need to conduct a Queensland l
📌 Senior Dragline Engineer | Saraji Mine | BMA (Dysart)
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