Snr Underground Mining Engineer

Senior Underground Mining Engineer (x2)
4-6 Swing Contract | 8:6 FIFO Roster | Underground Lithium Operation | Western Australia We are seeking two experienced Senior Underground Mining Engineers for a short-term contract opportunity supporting a major underground lithium operation in Western Australia.
This role will play a key part in supporting operational readiness, mine ramp-up activities and the transition towards steady-state production. Working closely with Technical Services, the Underground Superintendent and mining contractor, you will provide practical engineering support to ensure safe and efficient underground mining operations.
Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and execution of underground mine plans, schedules, production forecasts and infrastructure requirements.
• Deliver short-term planning and scheduling activities to support operational readiness and production targets.
• Provide technical input across underground design, drill and blast, ventilation, geotechnical, pastefill and infrastructure planning.
• Work closely with operations teams and contractors to ensure plans are practical, achievable and aligned with operational requirements.
• Monitor performance against plan, identify variances and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Support contractor coordination, performance monitoring and technical compliance activities.
• Assist in the development and improvement of underground planning processes, systems and reporting tools.

About You:

• Degree qualification in Mining Engineering or equivalent.
• Current WA First Class Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency.
• Strong underground hard-rock mining engineering experience.
• Demonstrated capability in short-term mine planning, scheduling, design and operational support.
• Experience in mechanised underground mining environments.
• Proficiency with underground mining software, with Deswik experience preferred.

Requirements:

• Current Schedule 26 Statutory Certificate.
• WA First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency required
• Underground Ventilation Officer Certificate - highly regarded
• Experience with long-hole open stoping and pastefill operations.
• Experience supporting underground mining projects through ramp-up, operational readiness or transition to steady-state production.

What's on Offer:

• Immediate start available
• 4-6 swing contract (8:6 FIFO roster)
• Opportunity to contribute to a significant underground lithium operation during a critical phase of development
• Competitive day rate
• Collaborative site team and strong technical environment

If you're an experienced Underground Mining Engineer available for a short-term contract and looking to make an immediate impact, we'd like to hear from you.
What Happens Next:
If you would like to have a confidential discussion about this job before applying or would like to hear about other live vacancies or upcoming opportunities then please contact Sarah Vik-Smith on [email protected] With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.