Mining Engineer - Production

Develop Global Limited; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DEVELOP is seeking an Underground Mining Engineer - Production to support daily underground operations at Woodlawn Copper‑Zinc mine, NSW. You will develop and manage weekly production plans, stope designs, ventilation, and safety compliance, reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer.

The role requires a Mining Engineer degree, 2 years of underground hard rock experience, and Deswik design familiarity. FIFO/DIDO options available on the East Coast roster; permanent full‑time employed.

Qualifications

• BEng in Mining or equivalent, accredited.
• 2 years of underground hard rock mining experience.
• Underground practical experience completed.
• Experience with Deswik design packages.
• Strong analytical, communication, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement weekly rolling 7/21 production plan aligned with targets.
• Create stope extraction plans and backfill plans with risk mitigation.
• Contribute to stope reconciliation and optimize dilution and recovery.
• Manage mine ventilation systems and plan upgrades as operation progresses.
• Conduct underground inspections and liaise with contractors and staff.
• Adhere to site safety systems and mentor others to standards.
• Perform additional duties as required by Senior Mining Engineer.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Drill and blast design

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) or equivalent

Tools

Deswik design

Job description

Develop (ASX: DVP) is a diversified mining company with a unique business model that combines both mine ownership and mining services, giving our people the opportunity to contribute across a range of exciting projects and operations.

A key part of Develop's business is the development and production of future facing metals. Develop has successfully achieved commercial production at its Woodlawn Copper-Zinc Project in NSW, achieving and exceeding steady-state throughput rates, while rapidly advancing the Yitirrti (Sulphur Springs) Zinc-Copper Project in WA. In parallel, the Company is progressing its Pioneer Dome Lithium Project in WA towards production.

The second part of Develop's business focuses on the delivery of underground mining services. Develop currently has agreements in place to provide underground mining services to:

OceanaGold's (TSX: OGC) Waihi North Gold Project; and

Core Lithium's (ASX: CXO) Finniss Lithium Operation.

At Develop, our success is driven by our people. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow their careers while contributing to projects that help shape the future.

About the role:

DEVELOP's Woodlawn Copper-Zinc mine is located in the world-class Lachlan Fold belt in NSW, 250km south-west of Sydney.

Woodlawn is an advanced stage mine with the first two years of underground production already developed and a near new processing plant and related infrastructure in place. Additional investment in the asset over the last two years has yielded a new underground exclusive mine plan, backed by reserves for the next ten years.

Develop now have an exciting opportunity for an Underground Mining Engineer - Production reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer, this role will see you provide comprehensive mining technical support to execute daily underground operations, including drill and blast, stope backfill, ventilation, infrastructure, and scheduling.

Offered on an 8:6 roster with options for FIFO from any capital city on the East Coast, DIDO or Residential

Your main responsibilities (however not limited to):

Develop and implement a weekly rolling 7 / 21 production plan aligned with monthly and quarterly targets, and track operations compliance to plan.

Develop stope extraction plans, including final stope shapes, drill and blast plans, stope backfill plans and associated risk mitigation measures.

Contribute to stope reconciliation and optimise designs for improved dilution and recovery.

Manage the mine ventilation system including regular monitoring and tracking, and planning system upgrades/adjustments as the mining operation progresses.

Conduct frequent underground inspections and liaise with mining contractors and operations personnel.

Undertake additional responsibilities as requested by the Senior Mining Engineer.

Adhere to the site safety systems and procedures.

Lead and mentor other employees to DEVELOP's standards and Core Values

About you:

Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) or equivalent

2 years of experience in underground hard rock mining environment

Completion of underground practical experience

Experience with Deswik design packages

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Well-developed communication, time management and organisational skills

Experience with drill and blast design and execution

C Class Drivers Licence

Awareness of the NSW Mines Safety and Inspection Act & Regulations.

What Develop can offer:

Permanent, full-time opportunity

Attractive remuneration package including salary sacrificing options

Additional company incentive opportunities

Paid parental leave to support you and your family

A genuine opportunity to influence and support site operations

Long-term career stability with opportunities to work across different base metal operations

Join a growing company with a collaborative and supportive culture

Inclusion and Diversity

DEVELOP is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable workplace, free from discrimination related to age, gender, ethnic, cultural or other personal factors.