Senior Mining Engineer

MACA; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

MACA is seeking a Senior Mining Engineer to join our WA mining team on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth. You will lead mine scheduling, planning, and design development to meet client requirements and MACA production targets.

You will mentor site engineers, oversee drill and blast, and contribute to tendering, budgeting and life-of-mine planning, while upholding safety and environmental standards and MACA's values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.
• Extensive open pit mining experience, contractor environment preferred.
• Advanced mine planning and design software skills (Alastri, Vulcan).
• Proven leadership of technical teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead mine scheduling and short- to medium-term planning.
• Develop and optimise mine designs for accuracy and objectives.
• Provide technical oversight for contract administration, including scope management.
• Mentor and develop Mining Engineers and site personnel.
• Prepare monthly progress claims and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate drill and blast activities for safe, efficient execution.
• Review drill and blast designs and contractor claims.
• Analyse performance data for continuous improvement.
• Build relationships with clients, contractors and site stakeholders.
• Ensure safety, environmental and quality standards compliance.

Skills

Mine scheduling

Mine design

Team leadership

Drill and blast planning

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Alastri

Vulcan

Job description

MACA is on the hunt for a Senior Mining Engineer to join our mining business on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth.

This role will see you assist with mine scheduling and planning to meet both client requirements and MACA production rates. You will also provide ongoing development of mine plans, methods, design, materials handling and cost analysis.

Build your future with one of WA’s most trusted contractors.

As a proud Thiess company, MACA is a trusted integrated contracting services group specialising in mining, civil construction, infrastructure, and mineral processing.

We strive to be the best by investing in our people, understanding our clients’ needs, and having a relentless focus on continuous improvement. Our social responsibility is what drives us, and we make an impact through contributions and support we give our communities.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead mine scheduling and short to medium-term planning activities to achieve client requirements and contractual production targets.
• Develop, review and optimise mine designs, ensuring accuracy, compliance and alignment with operational objectives.
• Provide technical oversight and support for contract administration activities, including scope management and performance monitoring.
• Mentor, coach and develop Mining Engineers and site technical personnel, fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Prepare, review and submit monthly progress claims and supporting documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Coordinate and oversee drill and blast activities to ensure safe, efficient and productive execution.
• Design, review and optimise drill and blast patterns to maximise productivity, fragmentation and cost efficiency.
• Provide technical leadership in the planning, scheduling and execution of blasting activities.
• Review and validate drill and blast designs, production performance and contractor claims.
• Analyse operational performance data and identify opportunities for continuous improvement across mining activities.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, contractors and key site stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, environmental and quality standards, while actively promoting MACA’s values, policies and safety culture.
• Support tendering, budgeting and life-of-mine planning activities as required.

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in open pit mining operations, preferably in a contractor mining environment.
• Advanced proficiency in mine planning and design software, including Alastri and Vulcan.
• Demonstrated experience in mine scheduling, drill and blast optimisation, and operational planning.
• Strong understanding of mining equipment capabilities, operational best practices and production improvement strategies.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and mentor developing engineers.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong commercial awareness, including experience reviewing contracts, claims and contractor performance.
• Excellent written, verbal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently deliver outcomes within tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace health, safety and environmental performance.
• Current WA Driver's Licence.

What we will offer you:

• A competitive salary and access to a range of corporate discounts and cashback offers from over 350 popular retailers.
• Paid parental leave.
• Access to a dedicated online employee Wellbeing Centre providing education, support and tools to help you live a healthier life.
• Access to salary sacrificing benefits.
• Refer and earn program allowing you to earn up to $2,500 for referring new employees to MACA positions.
• Save up to 10% on your Health Insurance with BUPA, HBF, HCF or Medibank.

There are many long-term opportunities available across our business, and more on the horizon. There is always room to grow and develop into the professional you want to be with MACA!

Make Your Mark.