Projects Engineer (Ventilation)

Bellevue Gold Limited; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellevue Gold Limited (ASX:BGL) is seeking a capable Mining Engineer to support underground developments at the Bellevue Gold Mine in Western Australia. You will assist the Underground Manager with capital project design, cost estimation, procurement, and AFE generation, while coordinating upcoming works and ensuring on-site execution.

Key requirements include a Mining Engineering degree, 4+ years underground hard rock mining experience, WA First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate, and Deswik

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in underground hard rock mining.
• Completed underground practical experience required for a WA First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
• Proficient in the use of Deswik.
• Exposure to Drill & Blast, Ventilation, Scheduling, Planning and Projects & Infrastructure will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Assist Underground Manager and Paste Fill Superintendent with design of capital projects.
• Estimate capital and operating costs for capital projects.
• Procurement for capital projects.
• Generate AFEs for internal spending approvals for capital projects.
• Plan and coordinate upcoming project works.
• Manage the execution of project works on site.
• Perform ventilation technician tasks under the direction of the ventilation officer.

Skills

Underground mining

Deswik

Project planning

Capital projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate (WA)

Tools

Deswik

Job description

Job Category: Mining, Resources and Energy

Bellevue Gold Limited (ASX:BGL) operates its 100% owned high-grade Bellevue gold mine in Western Australia. The Bellevue mine has a long mine life and is forecast to produce ~150,000 Au ounces a year.

Underground mining has occurred since late 2020 to establish multiple mining fronts that de-risks production with exploration in progress to expand the current high-grade resource.

The Bellevue Gold Mine is located approximately 30km north of Leinster township and sits in a major gold, lithium and nickel producing district. The Company has a highly skilled management team with a track record of exploration success and operating major gold mines.

Bellevue Gold has achieved its ambitious goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions for the Bellevue Gold Project. This milestone has been underpinned by a sector-leading renewable energy power station, designed to deliver approximately 80–90% renewable energy penetration and support Bellevue’s position as a low-carbon gold producer.

Bellevue Gold’s vision is to be a sustainable gold mining company that delivers value for shareholders, benefits local communities, and fosters a thriving workplace. Through its values-based leadership approach, the Company is committed to building a high-performance organization that delivers superior shareholder returns and positive ESG outcomes. We seek to foster an energetic and collaborative work culture that attracts and retains exceptional employees.

Job Description

Your main duties and responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Assisting the Underground Manager and Paste Fill Superintendent with the design of capital projects
• Capital and operating cost estimation of capital projects
• Procurement for capital projects
• Generate Applications For Expenditure (AFE) for internal spending approvals for capital projects.
• Plan and co-ordinate upcoming project works
• Manage the execution of project works on a daily basis on site
• Conduct the tasks of a ventilation technician under the direction of the ventilation officer

Desired Skills and Experience

Key Skills/Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Mining Engineering from a recognised tertiary institution
• Minimum 4 years of experience in underground hard rock mining.
• Completed underground practical experience required for a Western Australian First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
• Proficient in the use of Deswik.
• Exposure to various roles such as Drill & Blast, Ventilation, Scheduling, Planning and Projects & Infrastructure will be highly regarded.
• Has the right to work in Australia without sponsorship.

BGL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and building an organisation which provides equal opportunities for all its employees with the objective of attracting, retaining, and developing a workforce that is representative of the wider community. Further to this, BGL regard engagement, communications, and consultation with the community in which we operate as a core principle to our business. Through our community investment program with local communities and the wider corporate sponsorship programs, Bellevue Gold aim to leave a lasting legacy of improved outcomes in the communities in which we operate.