Open-Pit Mining Engineering Lead - Planning & Delivery

AMC Consultants; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Bonus scheme

Mentorship

Exciting projects

Insurance packages

Education reimbursement

Job summary

AMC Consultants (AMC) is seeking a Principal Mining Engineer to lead technical delivery for mining projects in Australia. The role emphasizes open pit planning, risk and quality management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, value-adding solutions for clients.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of mining experience, strong planning and communication skills, and a proven track record in project leadership and business development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mining Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of industry experience with demonstrated expertise in at least one primary area.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Fluency in English; working rights to work in the country.

Responsibilities

• Contribute strong technical expertise across mining projects and environments.
• Provide consulting support and practical engineering solutions.
• Manage technical studies and assignments.
• Develop high-quality reports, presentations, and project documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and offices.
• Support business development and client relationships.

Skills

Mine planning

Scheduling

Reserve estimation

Client focus

Problem solving

Report writing

Communication

Project management

Leadership/mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Mining software

General computer software

Job description

AMC Consultants (AMC) is seeking a Principal Mining Engineer to lead technical delivery for mining projects in Australia. The role emphasizes open pit planning, risk and quality management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, value-adding solutions for clients.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of mining experience, strong planning and communication skills, and a proven track record in project leadership and business development.