Mine planning engineer - Townsville City, Australia - Barclay Recruitment

Description

The Company:

Join a pioneering force in the global fertiliser landscape Our client stands at the forefront as an integrated manufacturing and distribution powerhouse, across Australia and three continents. Picture this: a cutting-edge, 24/7/365 plant dedicated to crafting top-tier fertiliser for the agricultural industry. What sets them apart? A relentless dedication to safety, a people-centric approach, a mindful eye on environmental impact, an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement, and an ingenious focus on cost-effective engineering.

They are all about shaping a sustainable and de-carbonised future. This is more than a career move; it's a chance to contribute to a meaningful shift toward a greener, more sustainable world.

Job Summary:

Provide Mine Planning Engineering solutions to a world-class phosphate mine that services an ammonia manufacturing plant. Enjoy a rewarding career with an 8/6 FIFO roster ex Brisbane/Townsville. This role is tasked with coordinating the Mine Planning Functions and is responsible for mine designs, short to long-term planning, and rehabilitation plans.

Benefits to you:

• Enjoy a family-friendly 4/3 (Mon to Thurs) FIFO roster – out of Townsville.
• Paid travel time during work hours.
• Enjoy the luxury of your own air-conditioned room with an ensuite.
• Join a team of 250 employees across 5 plants in various disciplines.
• Experience leadership that prioritises people.
• Employees have long tenures of 5 years +.
• Career progression opportunities at the plant, head office, and globally.
• Access excellent sporting facilities: golf simulator, MTB and walking trails.
• Unwind with top-notch entertainment facilities including a swimming pool, gym and tap beer.
• Indulge in high-quality on-site catering.
• $140,000 - $160,000 + super + $25,000 site allowance.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Develop strategic mine plans and schedules for open-cut projects for 2 weeks – 12 months.
• Use Deswick and other CAD-based software to design in-depth mine plans.
• Develop and implement long-term mining plans.
• Work closely with Geologists, Environmentalists, Logistics, Maintenance, Sub-Contractors and the Strategic Mine Planning team to coordinate the alignment of project objectives.
• Assist with annual grade control drilling programmes, modelling Aquifers and ORE reserve estimates.
• Complete Final Land Form Assessments and rehabilitation plans.

Skills Required

• Tertiary Qualifications in Engineering (mining, civil or similar).
• 5+ years of experience in a similar design and scheduling position.
• Understanding of environmental standards and rehabilitation procedures.
• Open-cut mining and drill and blasting exposure.
• Deswick, Surpac, Xpac, SAP or other CAD-based software experience.
• Strong understanding of Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong leadership capabilities focusing on mentoring others.

All successful candidates must be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol test, and have a clear criminal history.

For further information please call Danielle on or email at