Mining Engineer

Mining Engineer

Location: Cameby Downs Mine, Chinchilla QLD 4413

About the Business

• Our people guide our direction, drive ideas and inspire each of us
• Safety is our top priority - our days start and finish with it
• Community focused with opportunity to get involved

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. 

Managed by Yancoal, Cameby Downs is a small open cut thermal coal mine in the Surat Basin in southern Queensland, between Chinchilla and Miles. We employ approximately 200 people, and aim to support our local communities.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

As part of the Mine Planning team, you will be responsible for the design, scheduling and planning of the Cameby Downs Operations, as well as the continuous improvement and cost mitigation of the mine.

• Promote and maintain compliance with the Cameby Downs Safety & Health Management System and associated legislative requirements
• Promote and maintain compliance with the Cameby Downs Environmental Management System and Environmental Approvals
• Provide technical guidance for all Digger/Dozer/Dump activities in consultation with the Mining Superintendent and OCE/Supervisor
• Provide technical guidance for all drill and blast activities, in consultation with the Mining Superintendent and OCE/Supervisor
• Maintain the short-term planning production schedule including drilling, blasting, dozer, excavator and coal mining sequencing
• Develop and evaluate mine design for mining functions
• Ensure that mining activities are carried out according to design
• Formulate production forecasts and budgets as required
• Provide the Senior Mining Engineer with regular updates and critical information to ensure transparency of operational performance

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will display the Yancoal - 'Our Way' Behaviours in everyday practice and foster a 'One Team' culture.  Along with promoting and driving Yancoal Values of People, Safety, Innovation, Integrity and Excellence. 

To be successful in the role, you will display the following skills and attributes:

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or related discipline
• Experience in the provision of engineering applications within an Open Cut Coal mining environment
• Experience in mine design and scheduling software (Vulcan desirable)
• Sound understanding of individual responsibilities in relation to the Coal Mining Safety & Health Act and associated regulations
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Current Australian Open Driver's Licence

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
• 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.

Applications close 7th March 2023.