Perth-Based Senior Mining Engineering Leader – Gold Ops

Andel Resources Pty Ltd; Shire Of Mount Magnet; On-site; AUD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Andel Resources Pty Ltd is seeking a strategic, senior mining engineer to lead across our WA operations, delivering life-of-mine and short-term planning with a focus on safety, cost efficiency and value delivery. You will own planning outputs, supervise technical teams and guide due diligence for acquisitions.

The role requires senior technical credibility in gold or hard-rock mining, strong JORC knowledge, and the ability to coordinate with operations, finance and external partners.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering required.
• Significant senior/principal technical experience in gold or hard-rock ops.
• Proven track record in life-of-mine planning and short-term delivery.
• Experience with feasibility studies, due diligence or project evaluations.
• Experience with contract mining models, joint ventures and external partners.
• Expert mine design, scheduling and optimisation; proficiency in Deswik/Whittle/Surpac.
• Strong knowledge of the JORC Code and WA mining legislation.
• Commercial acumen in cost modelling and capital estimation.
• Track record of leading and developing engineering teams.
• Current WA driving license and National Police Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead life-of-mine and long-term planning, including method selection, pit sequencing and grade strategy.
• Oversee short- and medium-term plans, reconciling tonnes, grade and ounces.
• Lead readiness for mine restarts, fleet strategy and contractor mobilisation.
• Review designs, schedules and studies; set planning standards and modifying factors.
• Provide JORC Ore Reserve inputs as appropriate; act as Competent Person when required.
• Lead technical due diligence on acquisitions and partnerships; oversee scoping, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies.
• Lead mining contract strategy and tendering; ensure contractors meet plan, KPIs and safety standards.
• Lead productivity and cost-improvement initiatives; contribute to budgets and capital plans.
• Manage risk and regulatory reporting; embed critical controls for mining hazards.
• Mentor and develop Senior Mine Engineer and Mine Engineers.

Skills

Mining engineering

Life-of-mine planning

Feasibility studies

Contract mining

Team leadership

Mentoring

Education

Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Whittle

Surpac

Job description

Andel Resources Pty Ltd is seeking a strategic, senior mining engineer to lead across our WA operations, delivering life-of-mine and short-term planning with a focus on safety, cost efficiency and value delivery. You will own planning outputs, supervise technical teams and guide due diligence for acquisitions.

The role requires senior technical credibility in gold or hard-rock mining, strong JORC knowledge, and the ability to coordinate with operations, finance and external partners.