- Date: 01 Nov 2026
- Location: Perth
- Work Type: Permanent / Full Time
- ASX Listed Gold Producer
- UG Hard Rock - Stoping Operation
- FIFO 8/6 Perth
Company Overview Our client, an ASX-listed gold producer operating an underground open stoping mine in Western Australia, is currently searching for a Senior Mining Engineer/ Alternate UG Manager statutory appointment. The operation is well-established, and the company is seeking an engineer with the technical and operational depth to hold the plan and the statutory credentials of the asset.
Position Summary The Senior Mining Engineer will own short- and medium-term mine planning and scheduling for the underground operation, reconciliation against the life-of-mine plan, and the technical work behind productivity and cost improvement. As Alternate UG Manager, the role steps into the statutory Underground Manager position in that person’s absence, with full accountability for safe and compliant operations. The role suits an engineer with hands-on open stoping experience who is looking to build towards a full Underground Manager seat.
Key Responsibilities - Develop and maintain short-interval control, weekly and monthly development and production schedules aligned to the life-of-mine plan.
- Deliver stope design, sequencing and backfill planning, working closely with geology, geotechnical and survey functions.
- Reconcile physicals, grade and cost performance against budget and schedule, and drive the engineering behind any improvement.
- Act as Alternate Underground Manager under the WA Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations during the Underground Manager’s absence.
- Maintain ground control, ventilation and statutory compliance standards across the underground operation.
- Supervise and mentor junior engineers and technical personnel on site.
- Contribute to budgeting, capital planning and life-of-mine studies as required.
Required Experience & Qualifications - Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering.
- Minimum 8 years’ underground metalliferous mining experience, including open stoping production exposure.
- WA First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency
- Strong capability in mine planning, scheduling and reconciliation; proficiency in Deswik or similar.
- Demonstrated understanding of ground control, ventilation and WA mines safety legislation.
- Credible as the senior statutory person on site when required.
The successful candidate will be offered a senior leadership role with a defined pathway towards Underground Manager, together with a competitive remuneration package. The role operates on an 8 days on / 6 days off FIFO roster from Perth, with accommodation and meals provided on site.
If the mentioned opportunity sounds interesting, we encourage you to apply using the provided link. Alternatively, resume applications and enquiries can be directed to Dan McComb via
dan.mccomb@ironcoveglobal.com or
+61 415 400 083.
Iron Cove Global – Mining Search is an Australia-based, globally-focused mining recruitment & executive search firm. Should you be interested to learn about this role or other opportunities we may be working on, please get in touch.
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