Senior Underground Mining Engineer - Planning & Ventilation

Stellar Recruitment; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment presents an opportunity for a Senior Mining Engineer to lead an underground operation in Western Australia. The role governs mine planning, drill and blast design, ventilation management, and infrastructure projects while guiding a capable engineering team.

The successful candidate will drive safe, efficient, and cost‑effective mining outcomes, reporting to the Mining Manager and aligning with operational objectives.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mining Engineering is required.
• Underground hard rock mining experience is essential.
• Strong drill and blast design experience including ring design and firing optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Mining Engineering team.
• Develop and execute mine designs, schedules and infrastructure plans.
• Manage underground infrastructure projects from conception to completion.
• Monitor compliance to plan and implement short-term optimisation strategies.
• Develop, implement and monitor mine ventilation strategies.
• Conduct ventilation surveys and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Complete underground inspections and QA/QC activities.
• Develop fortnightly mine plans aligned with quarterly objectives.
• Support operational decision-making with technical input.
• Assist with statutory and operational responsibilities as required.

Skills

Mining leadership

Underground mining

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik CAD

UGDB

Ventsim

Job description

Stellar Recruitment presents an opportunity for a Senior Mining Engineer to lead an underground operation in Western Australia. The role governs mine planning, drill and blast design, ventilation management, and infrastructure projects while guiding a capable engineering team.

The successful candidate will drive safe, efficient, and cost‑effective mining outcomes, reporting to the Mining Manager and aligning with operational objectives.