Mining Engineer

Lynas Corporation; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lynas Rare Earths seeks a Mining Engineer to join the Mining team. Reporting to the Mining Manager, you will provide engineering support across mine planning, scheduling, drill and blast activities, and operational performance.

This FIFO role operates from Perth to Mt Weld on an 8/6 roster. You will help optimise mining processes, contribute to decision-making and drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Tertiary mining engineering degree required.
• Open-pit mining experience preferred.
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in cost analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of mining contracts and contractor management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare rolling three-month mine production plans and schedules.
• Develop mine designs and amendments for changing requirements.
• Provide technical input for drill and blast plans.
• Monitor mining performance and production reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve mining efficiency and reduce costs.
• Liaise with contractors to ensure alignment with plans and performance.
• Prepare mining cost forecasts and assist with reconciliations.
• Contribute to monthly mining reports including safety and geotechnical matters.
• Support safety and regulatory compliance, including explosives handling.
• Mentor graduates and vacation students.

Skills

Mine planning

Scheduling

Data analysis

Contractor management

Communication

Safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Surpac

MinSched

MPX

Job description

Our Rare Earths mine at Mt Weld, Western Australia, is acknowledged as one of the highest-grade Rare Earths deposits in the world and we operate the world’s largest single Rare Earths processing plant in Malaysia – so you’re joining a very unique team! As a team member you will be contributing to the sustainable supply of rare earths metals which are used in oil & gas, electric vehicles, and wind turbines.

Lynas Rare Earths is seeking a motivated Mining Engineer to join our Mining team. Reporting to the Mining Manager, you will provide engineering support across mine planning, scheduling, drill and blast activities, and operational performance. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to mine optimisation initiatives, support operational decision-making and drive continuous improvement across mining activities. This is a FIFO position from Perth to our Mt Weld Operations on an8/6 roster.

As a highly valued member of the Lynas Rare Earths team, you will:

• Prepare, maintain and monitor rolling three-month mine production plans and schedules to support operational objectives.
• Develop mine designs and implement amendments in response to changing operational requirements.
• Provide technical input and support to contractors in the preparation of drill and blast plans.
• Monitor mining performance, ensuring accurate and timely daily and monthly production reporting.
• Identify opportunities to optimise mining efficiencies, improve productivity and reduce operational costs.
• Liaise with mining contractors to ensure alignment with operational plans, schedules and performance expectations.
• Prepare mining cost forecasts, undertake cost analysis and assist with contractor claims and reconciliations.
• Contribute to monthly mining reports, including operational performance, safety, geotechnical matters and cost analysis.
• Support compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, including explosives and dangerous goods storage facilities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to graduate engineers and vacation students.

What you will bring to the team:

• A tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering.
• Previous experience in a mining engineering role within an open-pit mining environment.
• Proficiency in mine planning and scheduling software, ideally including Surpac, MinSched and MPX.
• Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience in mining cost analysis, forecasting and performance reporting.
• An understanding of mining contracts and contractor management.
• The ability to manage competing priorities across mine planning, drill and blast, and operational activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to working with operational teams.
• A commitment to safety, continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• A current WA C Class Manual Driver’s Licence and Dangerous Goods Security Card.

16 October 2026Perth Western Australia, Australia