Victory Minerals Pty Ltd is a private, well-funded company that acquired the world renown Ballarat Gold mine in **** and has since invested approximately $125m into capital and growth of the project, significantly improving development and production at the same time. Mining is within what was historically the third highest Gold producing area in Australia (up until ****) and consistently delivers approximately 30,000 to 40,000 ounces per annum with increased exploration rapidly growing potential for up to 60,000 to 80,000 ounces per annum.
The Mine is situated in the picturesque and bustling regional city of Ballarat. As one of Victoria's largest and most rapidly developing cities, Ballarat offers a family-friendly lifestyle, excellent schooling alongside the benefit of having Melbourne (one of the World's most vibrant capital cities) just over an hour away.
Role
An exciting prospect has become available for a Mine Engineer.
The Mining Engineer's role is to support the Mining team to develop and produce from designated ore blocks. This role requires a combination of technical and operational skills. Mine scheduling, Mine design and operations support are the major areas of responsibility, as are:
Tasks and Responsibilities
Maintaining leadership safety standards within the Mine Operations Team.
Ensuring mining standards are met.
Establishing and maintaining a proactive safety culture.
Develop and execute mining methods for upcoming ore production, in conjunction with the Mine Foreman and Geology team.
Assist with the preparation weekly plan by the Mining Foreman.
Mine Design for development and production.
Co-ordinate any consultants work on mine design.
Assist with monthly ventilation.
Collaboration with consultants within the mining department.
Direct meetings, reviews and interaction with Mining crews and technical personnel underground, on a day-to-day basis, to ensure smooth delivery of development metres and production, to ensure effective and productive ore mining to maximize grade recovery.
Qualifications and Experience
Mandatory
Degree in Mining Engineering
Previous Underground Mining experience (minimum 2 years will be considered)
Excellent interpersonal, team building skills and organisational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills at all levels (internally and externally) are essential.
Manual C-Class Driver's licence
Proficiency with Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Proficiency with specialist software packages (Deswik)
Demonstrated ability to prioritise and be flexible
Perform well under pressure, good team member
Capable of getting along with a wide range of people in an underground and office environment
Show respect and support for members of the team
Completed at least 1 year of Underground experience
Exposure to/knowledge of Ventsim
Exposure to weekly scheduling processes
Able to prioritise task depending on important
Competitive remuneration package including performance bonus
Residential role based in Regional Victoria
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Please note that as part of the process, you will be subject to a pre-employment medical, and police check, in order to be considered successful for this role.
Only applicants with valid working rights will be considered.
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