Drilling $130,000 jobs in Queensland

About EPSA

We are a global family-owned business with over 60 years in the mining, civil and earth moving industry. Operating in several countries throughout the world, this opportunity as a qualified and experienced Mining Engineer is based in our Australian operations, located in Queensland.

About the role

• Coordination of technical mining activities in relation to mine planning, scheduling, design and geotechnical activities by prioritising resources, equipment and people.
• Produce and oversee the implementation of medium and short-term mining schedules and plans (Monthly 3MRP, Weekly, Daily)
• Oversee drilling and blasting activities carried out by Blasting subcontractor.
• Maintain an understanding of ROM coal quality to facilitate the delivery of coal to the Hopper which achieves the contract specifications.
• Assist in generating Scope of Work documents for sub-contracted works on an as required basis.
• Technical input and review of the Annual and Life of Contract Mine Plans.
• Participate in regular client and internal meetings to address ongoing mine planning methodologies, and strategies.
• Ensure regular engagement with production and maintenance personnel to ensure mine plans are practical/implementable and reflect the efficient use of available plant.
• Ensure regular engagement and work collaboratively with site technical services personnel and provide mentoring in technical development.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental guidelines and company standards.
• Ensure that appropriate risk mitigation strategies are identified and make recommendations.
• Assist in generating the monthly mine progress claim for submission to the Client.
• Prepare periodic reports and systems of measuring progress in the technical services functions.

To be successful you will have:

• Must have previous experience working on a mine site
• Generic Surface Induction - Standard S11 SOA
• S123 & G2 or G1289 – Supervisor Competencies
• Current Australian Drivers Licence.
• Bachelor’s degree in mining or civil engineering or equivalent mine planning experience
• Current Coal Board Medical, or willingness to complete along with a Pre-Employment Medical.
• Minimum 5 years Open Cut Coal mining experience with relevant experience in
• Leading a team of professionals to deliver against targets.
• Experience with Mine Planning/Scheduling packages such as Deswik, Spry, Vulcan, XPAC.
• Knowledge of the relevant regulations, guidelines and Australian standards.
• Analytical and strategic thinking as well as problem solving and lateral thinking
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills as well as the ability to drive performance with a continuous improvement mindset.

What we are offering

• Permanent Full-Time position.
• Attractive pay + Super + above award leave entitlements.
• Travel Allowance + Local Residential Allowance.
• Salary sacrificing and novated lease.
• Camp accommodation and meals provided.
• Family-owned business with a focus on creating local employment opportunities. Therefore, “when you work at EPSA, you join a family, you don’t just join a Project”.
• Inclusive and dynamic team focused work environment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, national origin, race, color, disability, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person