Mining Engineer – Medium Term Design

Rolleston Open Cut is a 16Mtpa thermal coal mine located in the southern Bowen Basin in Central Queensland. With a long life of mine and low operating costs, the mine has a bright outlook. Since 2005, we have grown to become one of the largest surface mines in Australia, whilst continuing to foster a culture underpinned by safety, achievement, flexibility and teamwork to improve the skills of each and every person on the mine site every day. We are a hands-on team who all work together to meet our objectives. No job or day is the same with us, and we never miss an opportunity to share, learn and improve.

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

Job Description

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Mid-Term Design Engineer to join our dynamic and successful team. As a valued member of the Medium-Term Planning team and reporting directly to the Medium/Long-Term Superintendent, you will be responsible for:

• The strategic planning and development of medium-term designs for truck and shovel, dragline and dozer push operations.
• Liaise with key personnel to ensure designs are optimised, aligned to the mine schedules and can be implemented safely.
• Developing and updating reserves to be used as inputs to the medium-term schedules.
• Coordinate and work with other departments tying in all aspects of mine planning to ensure timely delivery of critical business objectives.
• Coach and mentor other Mining Engineers within the Technical Services department to build capabilities within the team.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering;
• Experience using Vulcan and 3DDig software packages;
• Experience using Deswik and Spry software packages is desirable;
• Well-developed interpersonal skills as this role deals with all levels of staff and management;
• A flexible attitude and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and problem solve;
• Proven previous experience in a similar role.

About Rolleston Open Cut

We have worked hard to foster a culture that is guided by our People Values, to ensure our employees feel they belong, are recognised, feel valued and rewarded.

Here are just some of the benefits we offer:

• Work life balance with the option to work a compressed 9 day-fortnight flexible work arrangement
• Highly competitive remuneration package
• Annual short term performance bonus (Staff only)
• Above award Annual Leave entitlement
• Permanent camp rooms in the village based on the mining lease
• Gym, pool, and tennis court facilities at a family friendly village
• Inclusive culture that promotes real change
• Passionate and dedicated leadership team
• Professional training and development opportunities, including upskilling, and education assistance for all positions
• Generous private health insurance benefit
• Fit for Life Program offers exclusive discounts and access to a range of educational tools to build the skills to help you remain fit for life.
• Hertz hire vehicle discount
• The ability to salary sacrifice flights, parking, super and novated leasing
• Employee Assistance Program through Converge International

Apply now at glencore.com/careers

For further information please contact RollestonHR@glencore.com.au

Applica tions close 30 days from the date advertised.

All internal applicants should discuss their interest in this position with their Manager prior to submitting an application.

If you value achievement, career progression, a challenge and are keen to continue to develop and learn, we welcome your application.