Senior Mining Engineer - Open-Pit & Quarry Manager

TSS Group; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

TSS Group is seeking an experienced Senior Mining Engineer for a Western Australian iron ore operation. The role supports Quarry Manager (QM) and Site Senior Executive (SSE) responsibilities, with a practical, field-focused approach and close collaboration with site teams.

You will oversee open-pit mining, planning, scheduling and performance, ensuring safety, compliance and continuous improvement across production targets. FIFO from Perth on an 8:6 roster is offered.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering.
• WA statutory qualifications and eligibility to undertake QM and SSE appointments.
• Experience in open-pit mining operations, ideally iron ore.
• Understanding of WA mining legislation and statutory obligations.
• Strong mine planning and operational engineering capability.
• Experience managing mining contractors.

Responsibilities

• Provide mining engineering expertise across day-to-day open-pit operations.
• Fulfil Quarry Manager and Site Senior Executive responsibilities as required.
• Oversee mine planning, scheduling and execution against production targets.
• Collaborate with mining contractors and site leadership to maintain safe, productive operations.
• Monitor mining performance, identify constraints and implement practical improvements.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, mine plans and procedures.
• Contribute to ongoing mine development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mining engineering

WA legislation

Open-pit mining

Mine planning

Contractor management

Field accountability

Education

Mining Engineering degree

Job description

TSS Group is seeking an experienced Senior Mining Engineer for a Western Australian iron ore operation. The role supports Quarry Manager (QM) and Site Senior Executive (SSE) responsibilities, with a practical, field-focused approach and close collaboration with site teams.

You will oversee open-pit mining, planning, scheduling and performance, ensuring safety, compliance and continuous improvement across production targets. FIFO from Perth on an 8:6 roster is offered.