Underground Mining Engineer – Expression of Interest
Central Queensland – Mackay Region
$Negotiable DOE + Super + 20% Bonus + Benefits

Excellent opportunity for an Underground Mining Engineer looking for a rewarding role with a competitive salary package and attractive roster.
Join an established mining operation offering long-term career opportunities, professional development, and excellent employee benefits.

The Company
This established mining business operates across Queensland's resources sector, with a focus on safe, efficient, and sustainable mining operations.
With ongoing investment in its operations and workforce, the business offers engineers the opportunity to develop their technical expertise, take on greater responsibility, and build a long-term career within the mining industry.
We are currently seeking expressions of interest from Underground Mining Engineers interested in opportunities within Central Queensland.

The Role
In this role, you will support the planning, development, and ongoing operation of an underground mining site, working closely with operational teams to ensure mining activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with production requirements.
You'll be involved in technical mine planning, operational support, and continuous improvement initiatives, providing engineering expertise to help optimise mining performance.
This opportunity would suit a degree-qualified Mining Engineer with previous underground experience who is looking to develop their career within an established mining operation.
The business is also willing to support suitable candidates in obtaining their Ventilation Officer qualification, providing an excellent chance to broaden your technical capabilities.

Duties:





- Support underground mine planning and day-to-day mining operations
- Develop and review mine plans, schedules, and technical documentation
- Work closely with operational teams to support safe and efficient production
- Monitor mining performance and identify opportunities for improvement
- Provide technical engineering advice to site management and operational teams
- Support compliance with relevant mining legislation, safety standards, and operational procedures
- Assist with risk assessments, technical investigations, and operational problem-solving
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across underground operations

Requirements:

- Previous experience working within underground mining operations
- Strong understanding of underground mining methods, processes, and safety requirements
- Experience in mine planning, technical services, or operational engineering
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with site-based operational teams
- Willingness to work a site-based roster in Central Queensland

Benefits

- $Competitive base salary DOE + Superannuation
- Annual short-term incentive bonus of up to 20%
- 5:2 / 4:3 roster with every second Friday off
- Paid flights from Brisbane or $550 DIDO allowance
- Camp accommodation and meals provided
- Gold-level health insurance
- Support to obtain Ventilation Officer qualifications
- Opportunity to develop your career within an established mining operation

If you’re interested just click APPLY or contact Jeremy Nicholls, Lead Consultant on View phone number on redirect.jobsurf.com.au for a confidential discussion.
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Consultant

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Reference number: BH-28882
Profession:MiningPlanning & Scheduling

Company: Core Talent
Date posted: 30th Oct, 2026

📌 Underground Mining Engineer - Expression of Interest (Queensland)
🏢 Core Talent
📍 Queensland