Mining Engineer- Underground

Westfill Pty Ltd; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO roster 8:6

Competitive pay

Career progression

Job security

Visa sponsorship if eligible

Job summary

Westfill Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Underground Mining Engineer to support planning, coordination, and delivery of underground mining projects. The role reports to the Project/Operations Manager and requires driving safety, technical leadership, and hands-on management across production, development, planning, and scheduling.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering, a S26 certificate, a WA C-class licence, and the ability to obtain Police clearance.

Qualifications

• Underground mining production, development, planning and scheduling experience (min 4+ years).
• Strong communication and leadership abilities across engineering and project management.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safety-first culture across all project activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements and company policies.
• Provide direction and technical support to site supervisors, foremen and operators.
• Act as Relief Project Manager when required, providing leadership and oversight.
• Assist in budgets, cost forecasts and variance analysis.
• Support procurement, subcontractor engagement, and contract administration.
• Monitor equipment and personnel utilisation to optimise productivity.

Skills

Underground mining experience

Planning & scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mining engineering

Degree in Mining Engineering

Job description

Good people. Good work. Great opportunity.

Westfill is looking for an experienced Underground Mining Engineer, reporting to the Project/Operations Manager and will play a key role in supporting the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of underground mining projects.

Why Westfill?

We’re a fast-growing underground mining contractor. We look after the people who make our success possible and we want you to be part of it.

While major mining companies offer one type of environment, Westfill provides a distinct, agile alternative where you get true visibility and a closer connection to leadership.

If you have the drive and the heart in the right place, our hands-on management and project leads will back you and progress your career.

Essentials - To Be Successful In This Role

• Technical, operational, and commercial knowledge to support and optimise underground mining operations
• Experience in underground mining production, development, planning and scheduling activities. (Minimum 4+ Years)
• Excellent communication, leadership skills, and the ability to adapt between engineering and project management responsibilities.
• Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or equivalent.
• S26 Certificate.
• Degree in Mining Engineering
• Valid Western Australia C Class Manual Drivers Licence as a minimum.
• Dangerous Goods Security Card.
• Be able to pass a pre-employment medical to include drug and alcohol screening.
• National Police Clearance valid within the last 6 months.

The job - what is expected:

• Promote and reinforce a proactive safety-first culture across all project activities.
• Ensure compliance with Company, legislative, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Provide direction and technical support to site supervisors, foremen, and operators.
• Act as Relief Project Manager when required, providing leadership, decision-making, and operational oversight.
• Support a high-performance culture built on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Assist in preparation of budgets, cost forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Ensure accurate recording of costs, labour hours, and production data.
• Contribute to procurement, subcontractor engagement, and contract administration.
• Support preparation of project reports, cost reviews, and claims submissions.
• Monitor equipment and personnel utilisation to optimise productivity.

What's in it for you?

Whether it's great pay, balance or career growth, when you are with us you can access:

• Good pays based on experience, project & site, + super
• FIFO balance: Enjoy an 8:6 FIFO roster to maintain your life outside of work
• Career progression: Gain clear visibility and a direct path to progression as our company expands
• Job Security: Enjoy genuine job security on long-term, ongoing and upcoming projects
• Reliable Pay: Work full-time with reliable fortnightly pay, plus a $1,000 referral bonus
• Supportive Teams: Join great crews in a supportive, inclusive work environment
• Respected Leadership: Work with approachable, experienced management who are hands-on and have done your job themselves
• Visa transfers: If you have Australian working rights and a skilled visa sponsorship – we can accommodate visa transfers
• Impact that matters: Be part of a team where your hard work is noticed and your contribution makes a direct impact
• Paid OEM training: Train and upskill with paid OEM training and development opportunities
• Support with Leading People: Get full assistance in leading people, plus access to our confidential Manager Assistance Package (EAP)
• Direct Mentoring: Learn from Managers & People Leaders who actively mentor you into leadership roles

Work rights: You must hold full Australian working rights. Overseas applications cannot be considered.

Interstate: Applicants from outside Western Australia are welcome - just a heads up - this role is FIFO from Perth only.

Be prepared to travel to Perth at your own expense.

Our team personally reviews every resume, shortlisting the best matches based on the qualification, tickets and experience details you provide.

We'll be in touch if you're shortlisted.

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