Project Engineer

Pit N Portal

Posted on:  13th Dec 2022

About the role

Pit N Portal are seeking an Underground Project Engineer possessing extensive underground project experience to join our Kambalda Operations.

The successful applicant will report to and work closely with the Project Managers to provide technical mining support, interpret and analyse mining physicals and site costs, and to integrate with the client technical services department.

Key Responsibilities;

  • Develop and maintain plans and schedules for underground operations.
  • Determine optimum mining parameters and ore extraction taking account of such factors as orebody shape, depth, grade and geotechnical characteristics or the ore and host rock to allow safe and efficient extraction of ore.
  • Ensure all new designs, updates and changes to design are well communicated with all relevant stakeholders, both internal and external as appropriate.
  • Commit to maintaining health, safety and security standards and principles, both within own workplace and through the identification of potential risks throughout the company.
  • Demonstrate behaviours aligned with the Emeco values.
  • Ensure professional conduct through personal presentation and verbal and written communication is illustrated at all times; and
  • Other tasks as required.

Skills and Qualifications;

  • Previous experience as an Underground Project Engineer or similar
  • All valid and relevant Tertiary qualifications, certificates, and licences within Mining Engineering
  • A valid Western Australian Underground Supervisor's certificate (desirable)
  • Valid Manual Australian Drivers Licence
  • Knowledge and understanding of WA Mines Safety and Inspection Act (1994) and Regulations
  • Advance-level of proficiency with the MS Excel and with an Intermediate-level of proficiency in MS Office suite.
  • Exceptional time management and organisational skills and be an excellent communicator.

What We Offer;

  • 8:6 roster, FIFO ex Perth or Kalgoorlie/Kambalda residential
  • On the job training with ongoing development and upskilling opportunities   
  • Great company culture
  • Competitive rates with superannuation
  • Discounted private health insurance, lifestyle benefits and a wide range of salary sacrifice options 

How To Apply  

Shortlisting will begin immediately, hit 'Apply Now' or email a copy of your CV and any supporting documents to our recruitment team at recruiting@pitnportal.com.au  

About Pit N Portal 

Pit N Portal, a member of the Emeco Group (ASX:EHL), is an Australian based mining services provider headquartered in Perth, Western Australia. Established locally in 2002, Pit N Portal is a recognised industry leader in the provision of comprehensive and diverse, whole-of-mine solutions to the open pit and underground hard-rock mining sector nationally. 

Pit N Portal partners with major mining houses, mid-tier miners and up and coming juniors to provide a tailored and agile service and solution, as well as an exceptional client experience. Our diverse and experienced team operate with a broad and applied comprehension of the various challenges faced in the delivery of remote mining services. Pit N Portal’s key strength is driven from the ability to supply, maintain and operate our own fleet of mining machinery, resulting in higher efficiencies, optimal performance and most importantly, lower costs for our clients & partners. 

For more information, please visit www.pitnportal.com.au 

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