Senior Production Engineer

Mining - Operations (Mining, Resources & Energy)

Full time

Competitive salary | Short & long term bonuses

Karora Resources is a Canadian owned, multi-asset gold producer with operations across the Goldfields region of Western Australia. Our producing mining operations of Beta Hunt and Higginsville are supported by two processing facilities, one on site at Higginsville and our Lakewood plant located in Kalgoorlie, providing a combined processing capacity of 2.6Mtpa.

WHAT WE OFFER

• 8/6 day shift roster, FIFO ex Perth, residential from Kambalda/Kalgoorlie, or DIDO from surrounding areas
• Camp with ensuite rooms, and a fully equipped gym
• Access to up to 3 return flights (Kambalda - Perth - Kambalda) per annum at no cost to residential employees
• Discounted health insurance
• Salary sacrifice FIFO airport parking
• Salary Packaging benefits - Novated Lease and other options
• Annual Short-term and Long-term incentive bonuses
• A company that is growing and supports employee's development

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a driven and solutions-focused Senior Production Engineer / Alternate Underground Mining Manager who's looking for their next challenge and can see themselves furthering their career with a young company that's on the move.

Based at our Beta Hunt Operations and reporting to the Underground Manager you will assist in achieving mine production and planning targets, improving, and developing systems and processes to cater for our current needs and preparing for an exciting future.

This would be an excellent opportunity for someone looking to progress in their career and we encourage applications from those looking to take the next step up.

• Lead operations and technical teams to comply with all regulatory and statutory requirements including liaising with regulators and stakeholders for timely approval of projects, licenses, and plans
• Active involvement and management of all mining contractors in relation to contract management ensuring obligations are met
• Monitor and approve all budgeted expenditures, both operating and capital costs
• Manage and ensure accurate record and information systems for mining data is maintained and audited to a high standard
• Understand and implement forward planning for underground operations and optimise resource life and utilisation including control of input production costs to optimise cost per tonne
• Responsible for implementing and managing reporting (weekly, monthly, and quarterly) on mining activities as required
• Prepare and provide presentations to executive management in respect of mining related activities
• Cover for the role of Underground Manager in their absence and assume all statutory responsibilities that come with the position

ABOUT YOU

• Recognised tertiary degree in Mine Engineering
• First Class WA Mine Manager's certificate of competency
• Knowledge and understanding of the Work Health and Safety Act & Regulations
• Demonstrated experience working at a Senior Level with underground operational mining experience
• Demonstrated understanding of mine planning
• High level of long hole and open stope experience
• Proficient use and application of MSOffice suite, and relevant mining software including Deswik or similar
• A can-do, team-oriented attitude
• Desire to maintain a proactive safe working environment
• Solid problem-solving skills, with the ability to think on your feet and be adaptable
• A can-do, team-oriented attitude

COMMITMENT TO INCLUSIVITY

We are committed to achieving a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We encourage applications from talented people who are female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, click on 'Quick Apply'. Applications will be assessed as they come in and candidates that meet our selection criteria will be contacted as soon as possible.

Please be advised that any unsolicited CVs received from external agencies will not be accepted for this vacancy.

Your application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?

How many years' experience do you have as an Alternate Underground Manager?

Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.

Choose from thousands of courses delivered by leaders in education.