Lead Underground Mine Planning Engineer | FIFO Gold Ops

Gold Fields; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gold producer in St. Ives is looking for a Senior Mine Planning Engineer to facilitate mining operations. This permanent role requires significant underground mining experience and strong skills in software like Deswik CAD. You'll lead the technical team, ensuring optimal extraction of gold ore through comprehensive planning and design. Benefits include a competitive salary, health insurance allowance, and generous leave policies. Apply before January 5, 2026 for a chance to contribute to an inclusive and supportive company culture.

Benefits

6% site allowance

Monthly private health insurance

Generous bonuses

5 weeks of annual leave

Long service leave

Qualifications

• Experience in underground mining production, ventilation, projects, paste fill, planning, and scheduling.
• Strong skills in underground mine design and evaluation.
• Excellent mentoring and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate optimal extraction of gold ore through mine planning and design.
• Lead the technical services team and mentor junior members.
• Manage underground mine design, scheduling, and evaluation.

Skills

Underground mining experience

Deswik CAD

Deswik SO

Deswik IS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering

First Class Mine Managers Certificate of Competency

Job description

A leading gold producer in St. Ives is looking for a Senior Mine Planning Engineer to facilitate mining operations. This permanent role requires significant underground mining experience and strong skills in software like Deswik CAD. You'll lead the technical team, ensuring optimal extraction of gold ore through comprehensive planning and design. Benefits include a competitive salary, health insurance allowance, and generous leave policies. Apply before January 5, 2026 for a chance to contribute to an inclusive and supportive company culture.