Aeris Resources is a base and precious metals mining company which produces Copper, Zinc, Gold and Silver from four mining operations based in Western Australia, Queensland and New South Wales. The Jaguar Operation is a 1km deep underground mine producing Zinc, Copper and Silver utilising longhole open stoping with cemented rockfill mining methods.
The Company is now seeking a highly motivated Senior Production Engineer to champion all mine production activities for the Jaguar mine. Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent you will be responsible leading the mine production team and be responsible for drill and last, ventilation, projects and short term scheduling.
The role is based at our Jaguar Operation, Leonora, WA on an 8/6, 4/3 roster or variation thereof.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Providing leadership and direction to the mine production engineers and graduate mining engineers (direct reports),
- Assist the Technical Service Superintendent and Mining Manager implement mine production improvement projects for the Bentley Underground Mine,
- Establish and maintain, relevant standards for drill and blast, ventilation etc.
- Ensure all underground compliance checks are undertaken in accordance with the WHS Act 2020 and WHS (Mines) Regulations 2022,
- Prepare accurate weekly schedules in line with the budget and LOM plans,
- Produce stope notes to ensure safe and efficient production plans are created.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be keen to lead and mentor a small, enthusiastic, team of mine production engineers,
- Tertiary qualified in Mining Engineering accompanied by extensive experience in a similar role within an underground mining environment,
- Have solid exposure to various stages of an underground operation, including competencies gained in ventilation, backfill, production, scheduling and drill & blast.
- Be a proficient user of mining industry software (Deswik), including CAD and Scheduler,
- Hold a WA First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency (desirable – not essential).
What we offer:
- Full time employment on a family friendly roster
- A diverse workplace where your unique abilities and talents will be recognised and encouraged
- Opportunities and initiatives to ensure your continued progression
- A permanent room for yourself with good food and mess facilities
- Competitive salary packages, with salary sacrificing options
- 5 weeks annual leave
Applicants will need to possess a National Police Clearance (6 months validity) and current C Class Drivers licence to be considered.
This role will be recruited directly, agency assistance is not required.
