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BUMA's vision is to build a modern mining and rehabilitation company that drives growth, sustainability and prosperity. This is supported by our core values of safety, integrity, progress, collaboration and people.
With a strong commitment to safety, innovation and technology, BUMA pursues a relationship-based long-term approach to ensure the mutual success of all projects. Ensuring we provide value to our clients through all stages of mining is a mainstay of our business and we have the expertise and equipment to deliver total mining services to any surface operation.
Meandu Mine
BUMA Australia provides a total mine service to Stanwell Corporation's Meandu Mine to deliver coal to the adjacent Tarong power station. We are responsible for both managing and operating the mine.
Services provided include planning, drilling, overburden removal, coal mining, coal processing, rehabilitation, and maintenance of mobile and fixed plant. The project uses a combination of dragline and truck-and shovel operations. Meandu Mine currently has five working pits, with sufficient coal to fuel the stations until at least 2037.
Job description:
As our site Water Specialist, you will play a crucial role in promoting sustainable water management practices within our mining operations. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyse water data and develop strategies to optimise water usage and mitigate environmental impacts.
Key Responsibilities
- Water Sampling, Monitoring and Analysis:
- Conduct regular water sampling in accordance with compliance and site obligations, with monitoring and assessment of water quality and trends via online systems.
- Analyse hydrogeological data to understand aquifer behaviour and trends.
- Provide data and interpretive reports.
- Manage specialist contractors and consultants to support compliance requirements.
- Water Resource Management:
- Develop and implement water management plans.
- Optimise water usage for mining activities while adhering to environmental regulations.
- Environmental Impact Assessment:
- Evaluate the impact of mining activities on local water resources.
- Propose mitigation measures to minimise adverse effects.
- Collaboration:
- Liaise with the Power Station environmental and community teams to access locations.
- Work closely with geologists, engineers, and environmental specialists.
- Provide technical expertise during mine planning and development.
Profile description:
About You
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineer, Water, Hydrogeology, Geology, or related field.
- Proven experience within mining or heavy resource industries.
- Experience in hydrogeological assessments (desirable).
- Familiarity with open-cut mining techniques and water modelling.
- Strong analytical skills and
- Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., MODFLOW, FEFLOW) (desirable).
To be considered for this opportunity please click "Apply Now" to submit your application!
All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. Email applications and agencies are not accepted.
We offer:
BUMA Australia is a people focused business, with a strong emphasis on safety, training, development and continuous improvement. As a BUMA employee at Meandu you will have access to:
- Relocation or housing support provided
- Discounts on health, retail & fuel with BUMA Lab
- Competitive base annual salary with bi-annual reviews
- Career development opportunities
- Collaborative work environment with experienced professionals
At BUMA, our people are the source of our success. We are determined to invest in individual development and provide positive leadership. We work effectively with our partners and strive to exceed our employee, client and community expectations. Apply today and we will be in contact with you shortly!
For further information on careers at BUMA please visit our website https://buma.com.au/careers/why-join-us/
