Mine Planning Engineer
North West Queensland
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Job summary
South32 is seeking a Mine Planning Engineer for the Cannington operation in northwest Queensland. The role is permanent with an 8:6 roster, FIFO from Brisbane, Townsville/Cairns, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay Shires.
You will drive strategic and operational mine planning to support safe, sustainable underground production. Key responsibilities include developing stope designs, collaborating with Geology/Geotechnical teams, monitoring sequences and enhancing planning processes to
Qualifications
- Underground hard rock drill-and-blast knowledge in principle and practice.
- Strong planning skills with value creation and risk-based decision making.
- Ability to analyse historical stope performance to optimise future designs.
- Proficient in mining software; Deswik experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop timely design plans for the Mining team, including stope shapes and blast strategies.
- Collaborate with Geology and Geotechnical teams to ensure design suitability.
- Monitor and adjust mining sequences and stope shapes to optimise value.
- Improve mine planning to enhance safety, profitability and cost control while managing risks.
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Job description
At South32, we're meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.
As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there's no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we're making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.
Whatever career path you choose, we'll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.
Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead. Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville.
Flights are direct to the onsite airport, and the mine is only 3.5 km from camp-the perfect distance for a sunset walk or run home along a purpose-built walking track. The onsite accommodation includes meal services, sports/gym facilities, swimming pool, music room, and social area.
- 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
- The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
- 14% superannuation contributions
- Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave
This role is a permanent position on an 8:6 roster, FIFO from Brisbane, Townsville/Cairns, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay Shires.
As the Mine Planning Engineer, you will be responsible for driving strategic and operational mine planning to ensure smooth execution of the Cannington mine plan. Focus on safe, sustainable practices and well-designed plans to optimise underground production efficiently.
Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:
- Develop timely design plans for the Mining team, including stope shapes and drill and blast strategies.
- Collaborate with Geology and Geotechnical teams to ensure designs are suitable for geological conditions.
- Monitor and adjust mining sequences and stope shapes to optimise value and ensure adherence to key drivers.
- Enhance mine planning processes to improve safety, profitability, and cost control while managing and communicating risks
- Comprehensive knowledge of underground hard rock drill-and-blast, both in principle and practice
- Strong planning skills with a focus on value creation and risk-based decision making
- Ability to analyse historical stope performance to optimise future stope designs
- Proficient in mining software, with preferred experience in Deswik
- Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or related discipline, or significant relevant industry experience
South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
This job advert will close on Thursday 20th August 2026.
At South32, we're meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.
As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there's no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we're making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.
Whatever career path you choose, we'll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy., Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead. Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville.
Flights are direct to the onsite airport, and the mine is only 3.5 km from camp-the perfect distance for a sunset walk or run home along a purpose-built walking track. The onsite accommodation includes meal services, sports/gym facilities, swimming pool, music room, and social area., South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
- Comprehensive knowledge of underground hard rock drill-and-blast, both in principle and practice
- Strong planning skills with a focus on value creation and risk-based decision making
- Ability to analyse historical stope performance to optimise future stope designs
- Proficient in mining software, with preferred experience in Deswik
- Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or related discipline, or significant relevant industry experience
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