Underground Ventilation Engineer – Hard Rock Mining (NSW)

Aurelia Metals; Hillston; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Residential allowance

FIFO/DIDO options

Competitive pay

Job summary

Aurelia Metals Limited in NSW is seeking a passionate Ventilation Engineer to join our underground mining operations. You will help optimise airflow, model ventilation, and support safe, productive environments.

Relocation support and a residential allowance are available; FIFO/DIDO options apply, with an 8/6 roster (dayshift). Based in the Cobar Region, you will collaborate with Technical Services and Operations to drive safer, more efficient mine performance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent tertiary qualification.
• 4–5 years' experience in underground hard rock mining environments.
• Experience in ventilation planning, monitoring and optimisation.
• Experience conducting ventilation surveys and analysing ventilation performance.
• Proficiency with VentSim or equivalent ventilation modelling software.
• Strong understanding of underground mining methods and operational requirements.
• Current driver's licence and excellent communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ventilation management plans.
• Conduct ventilation surveys and analysis.
• Model and optimise underground airflow requirements.
• Monitor compliance with ventilation standards and regulations.
• Support operational and technical teams with ventilation advice.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety and efficiency.

Skills

Ventilation modelling

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Safety mindset

Education

Degree in Mining Engineering

Graduate Diploma in Mine Ventilation

Tools

VentSim

Deswik

Mine planning software

Job description

Aurelia Metals Limited in NSW is seeking a passionate Ventilation Engineer to join our underground mining operations. You will help optimise airflow, model ventilation, and support safe, productive environments.

Relocation support and a residential allowance are available; FIFO/DIDO options apply, with an 8/6 roster (dayshift). Based in the Cobar Region, you will collaborate with Technical Services and Operations to drive safer, more efficient mine performance.