Senior Mining Engineer

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At Macmahon, you’ll find something different. We’re a successful mining and civil contractor that’s going places – and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you’re not just getting a job – you’re joining a quality team that’s built together and built to last.  

Surface Mining Australia, Macmahon's largest operating company, delivers high-quality open-cut mining solutions across Australia, driven by operational excellence, strong safety performance, and deep industry expertise. Our people are the backbone of our capability, enabling us to partner closely with clients to sustainably deliver value every day. 

Our leaders set the tone. You’ll shape the culture, guide performance and create an environment where people are supported, safe and able to do their best work.  

About the Role 

Provide Senior Mining Engineering expertise to safely deliver mine plans, ensuring production plans are practicable and executable for the mining operation. This role will work closely with operations, maintenance and HSEQT to provide technical support, drive plan compliance, optimise mining activities, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. 

Responsibilities  

• Conduct mine planning, design, scheduling and drill and blast activities to support safe and efficient production outcomes. 
• Provide technical engineering analysis and commercial support to optimise mining performance and decision-making. 
• Maintain production reporting systems and contribute to budget, forecast and progress claim development. 
• Engage with operations and project teams to drive plan compliance and achieve business objectives. 
• Identify and drive improvement opportunities, contribute to engineering best practice and maintain a strong focus on safety. 

What You’ll Bring 

• Tertiary Degree in Mining Engineering, or equivalent, with 4 to 5 years of practical experience & previous exposure to hard rock surface mining projects highly regarded 
• Demonstrated experience in mine planning, design, scheduling and operational support within a mining environment. 
• Ability to provide technical leadership, influence stakeholders and support effective decision-making. 
• Strong analytical, planning, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills. 

Role Details 

• Location: Wonawinta, NSW 
• Roster: 7:7 
• Competitive benefits package including:  
• Paid Parental Leave for primary carers   
• Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)  
• Novated leases  
• Comprehensive wellbeing program 

Why Macmahon?  

• An organisation that does things the right way, with strong backing from experienced leaders and support teams  
• We develop our people to be our future 
• Opportunity to shape performance and culture  

Ready to lead a team that delivers? Apply now.  

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