Strategic Mining Engineer – Long-Term Planning

Bathurst Resources Limited; Christchurch, Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monday – Friday roster (43.75 hours)

Flexible location – Christchurch or 64

Relocation assistance

Private Medical Insurance fully funded

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

Bathurst Resources Limited is seeking a strategic Mining Engineer to focus on long-term viability and asset development across New Zealand and abroad. The role emphasizes big-picture planning, feasibility studies, and technical leadership beyond daily operations.

You will drive robust long-term schedules, evaluate efficiency opportunities, and provide engineering support for international developments, contributing to future projects from Australia to Canada.

Qualifications

• Requires tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering.
• Experience in opencast mining.
• Long-term strategic planning and project development experience.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust long-term schedules and strategic mine designs across regions.
• Investigate and evaluate opportunities to maximise efficiency across operations.
• Provide expert engineering advice for new projects and future developments.
• Translate geological and engineering data into clear technical reports to support decisions.
• Collaborate with interdepartmental teams to optimize resource use and delivery.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Health and safety mindset

Education

Mining Engineering degree

Job description

Bathurst Resources Limited is seeking a strategic Mining Engineer to focus on long-term viability and asset development across New Zealand and abroad. The role emphasizes big-picture planning, feasibility studies, and technical leadership beyond daily operations.

You will drive robust long-term schedules, evaluate efficiency opportunities, and provide engineering support for international developments, contributing to future projects from Australia to Canada.