Ventilation & Projects Mining Engineer

Our Mount Monger Operation has a newly created position, we are seeking for experience self-motivation for Ventilation & Projects Mining Engineer.

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Parental Leave

• Novated Lease Vehicles
• Trade tools 
• FIFO Travel 
• Portable Electronic Devices
• Self-Education
• Airport Lounge Membership 

• Ventilation System Design & Optimisation – Develop, implement, and maintain underground ventilation networks to ensure adequate airflow, gas management, and temperature control in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Ventilation Monitoring & Performance Analysis – Conduct regular ventilation surveys, gas monitoring, heat monitoring and airflow measurements to assess system performance and implement improvements as required.
• Ensure compliance of all mine ventilation systems with the approved Ventilation Management Plan and relevant WHS legislation
• Maintain, review, and update the Ventilation Management Plan to reflect operational changes and continuous improvement initiatives in line with WHS Act and Regulations
• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting – Ensure all ventilation systems meet Western Australian mining regulations (DMIRS) (e.g. HRA) and prepare detailed reports on ventilation performance, statutory compliance, and audits.
• Mine Project Support – Provide engineering input into mine expansion projects, infrastructure development, mine services, explosive management and optimisation initiatives to support efficient and safe mining operations.
• Emergency Preparedness & Risk Management – Assist in the design and implementation of emergency response systems related to ventilation, such as secondary egress planning, refuge chamber placement, and hazardous gas mitigation.
• Collaboration with Operational Teams – Work closely with production, geotechnical, and planning teams to integrate ventilation considerations into stope designs, mine plans, and scheduling.
• Data Management & Software Utilisation – Use industry-standard software (e.g., Ventsim) for ventilation modelling, simulations, and performance tracking, ensuring accurate documentation and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mining Engineering (or a related discipline), or an equivalent qualification, supported by practical experience in underground gold mining operations.
• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting underground ventilation systems.
• Strong understanding of project management processes to support infrastructure upgrades, mine expansions, and broader engineering initiatives.
• Hold, or be willing to obtain, a WA WHS Ventilation Officer Certification.
• Proven ability to communicate plans effectively to the underground workforce.
• Previous experience with ventilation monitoring tools i.e. anemometers, pressure gauges etc to ensure vent compliance.
• Proficiency in ventilation simulation software, particularly VentSim, along with the ability to use mine design software such as Datamine (preferred) or Surpac.
• Hold a current WA Driver’s License (manual C Class)

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