Civil/ Mining Engineer

Civil/ Mining Engineer

Yancoal MTW is currently seeking a motivated engineer to join our team.  You will be a part of our Technical Services team who are responsible for short, medium and long term mine planning, drill and blast engineering, pit geology and survey. 

About the Business

• Join an energetic and collaborative team 
• Work in a positive safety culture with a focus on continual learning. 
• Be based at Yancoal Mount Thorley Warkworth 

We are Australia’s largest pure-play coal producer generating over $10 billion in Foreign Direct Investment; owning, operating or participating in coal mines across NSW, Queensland and Western Australia. 

Owned and Operated by Yancoal Australia, Mount Thorley Warkworth (MTW) is one of the largest open pit operations in the area. Located 15 kilometres south-west of Singleton in the beautiful Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, MTW relies on both draglines and load haul systems as the current and preferred mining method. Our site operates continuously 24 hours a day, seven days a week and has a long and proud history, employing approximately 1350 people from local and surrounding communities, who are our most valuable asset. 

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

Our planning scope and close relationship with Mine Operations allows us to support our people to develop their skills and reach their potential.  The position is within the Short-Term Planning (STP) team. You will be responsible for delivering quality engineering outputs through designing, monitoring and communicating effective designs and schedules.  This role requires strong involvement, communication and engagement with our operations. Reporting to the STP Senior and working a Monday – Friday roster, you will be part of a successful team that enjoy what they do and value each other’s contributions. The role will require: •    Direct involvement in the development of daily, weekly and monthly plans.  •    Assist in road and mine designs •    Ensuring machine and dump set up is planned and prioritised to meet critical dates. •    Ensure compliance to legislative requirements and site standards.  

Skills and Experience

The successful candidates will display the Yancoal – ‘Our Way’ behaviours in everyday practice and fosters a ‘One Team’ culture. Along with promoting and driving the Yancoal values of People, Safety, Innovation, Integrity and Excellence. To be successful in the role you will also display the following skills and attributes:

•    A Tertiary qualification in Engineering or in a related discipline, •    Previous experience in planning in a civil or mining environment, •    Experience with CAD design software packages, •    An eye for detail and an ability to develop practical and achievable designs and schedules, •    Strong communication and time management skills, •    Ability to manage stakeholders at all levels, •    Advanced Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint skills, and •    NSW driver’s license.  

Benefits

• We offer competitive remuneration packages for our roles
• A vast range of retail discounts including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants
• Subsidised corporate health insurance for you and your family
• Financial assistance and study leave for relevant qualifications
• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no waiting period
• Multiple types of flexible work arrangements
• Access to financial advice from a leading bank
• Salary Continuance and Life Insurance Cover
• Salary sacrifice options, Service recognition rewards, Employee Assistance Programs

How to apply Yancoal is an equal opportunity employer and encourage those from diverse backgrounds to apply. If this is sounding like what you might be looking for in your next role apply today to start an exciting new journey with us.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications close Tuesday 1 August 2023