Graduate Undergound Mining Engineer (KOTH)

Vault Minerals is a dynamic and cohesive company born from the recent merger of Red 5 Limited and Silverlake Resources, uniting our shared vision for the future. With our base in Australia, Vault Minerals is now strategically positioned to unlock greater value, expand our operations, and execute our strategy of providing larger, longer-life, and lower-cost gold production. King of the Hills (KOTH) is the flagship operation of Vault Minerals Limited and one of the largest gold mines in Australia. After a significant expansion, KOTH now features a 4.7 million tonne per annum (Mtpa) processing plant, providing a solid platform for long-term production growth. This dynamic operation combines open-pit and underground mining, with exciting exploration activities driving the future.  KOTH is located approximately 900 km northeast of Perth and 25 km north of Leonora, within the Goldfields Region of Western Australia. Reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer, the Graduate Underground Mining Engineer will assist the KOTH Technical Services team in delivering detailed Drill and blast designs, mine designs, and schedules and assist in ongoing projects. Gain practical experience to qualify for the First-Class WA Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency. Work safely and in compliance with all Company standards, guidelines and procedures.The position will be offered on a 14:14 roster FIFO from Perth.Key responsibilities of this role will include:Assisting with the development and execution of mine plans, including ventilation and drill-and-blast designs.Understand and follow instructions given by more experienced or senior engineers.Collaborating effectively with technical services teams, Contractors and other key stakeholders.Ensure all allocated tasks are completed safely and on schedule.Actively participating in planning and production meetingsPerforming regular underground inspectionsAssisting in the preparation of the weekly and monthly mining schedulesAbout YouTertiary qualification in Mining Engineering with a minimum of 1 year’s experience in an Underground Mining Engineering position.Understanding of statutory requirements of the WA Mining Act and Regulations together with the WHS Act.Pro-active approach and commitment to workplace safety.Excellent organisational, analytical and communication skills.Hold a C Class driver's license and Senior First Aid Certificate (Desirable).Proficient computer skills in MS Office Suite, with exposure to Deswick an advantage (but not essential).What We Offer Competitive SalaryLong Term incentive plans Paid Parental LeavePaywise offers the following employee benefits to Vault Minerals employees;Novated Lease VehiclesTrade tools FIFO Travel Portable Electronic DevicesSelf-EducationAirport Lounger Membership Our Recruitment ProcessAs part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.If you would like to join us on our growth journey, please apply now.Vaults Minerals kindly requests that agencies do not send unsolicited resumes unless specifically invited to do so. AUD Perth 6000

Graduate Undergound Mining Engineer (KOTH)

Vault Minerals is a dynamic and cohesive company born from the recent merger of Red 5 Limited and Silverlake Resources, uniting our shared vision for the future. With our base in Australia, Vault Minerals is now strategically positioned to unlock greater value, expand our operations, and execute our strategy of providing larger, longer-life, and lower-cost gold production. 

King of the Hills (KOTH) is the flagship operation of Vault Minerals Limited and one of the largest gold mines in Australia. After a significant expansion, KOTH now features a 4.7 million tonne per annum (Mtpa) processing plant, providing a solid platform for long-term production growth. This dynamic operation combines open-pit and underground mining, with exciting exploration activities driving the future.  KOTH is located approximately 900 km northeast of Perth and 25 km north of Leonora, within the Goldfields Region of Western Australia.

Reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer, the Graduate Underground Mining Engineer will assist the KOTH Technical Services team in delivering detailed Drill and blast designs, mine designs, and schedules and assist in ongoing projects.

Gain practical experience to qualify for the First-Class WA Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency. Work safely and in compliance with all Company standards, guidelines and procedures.

The position will be offered on a 14:14 roster FIFO from Perth.

Key responsibilities of this role will include:

  • Assisting with the development and execution of mine plans, including ventilation and drill-and-blast designs.
  • Understand and follow instructions given by more experienced or senior engineers.
  • Collaborating effectively with technical services teams, Contractors and other key stakeholders.
  • Ensure all allocated tasks are completed safely and on schedule.
  • Actively participating in planning and production meetings
  • Performing regular underground inspections
  • Assisting in the preparation of the weekly and monthly mining schedules

About You

  • Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering with a minimum of 1 year’s experience in an Underground Mining Engineering position.
  • Understanding of statutory requirements of the WA Mining Act and Regulations together with the WHS Act.
  • Pro-active approach and commitment to workplace safety.
  • Excellent organisational, analytical and communication skills.
  • Hold a C Class driver's license and Senior First Aid Certificate (Desirable).
  • Proficient computer skills in MS Office Suite, with exposure to Deswick an advantage (but not essential).

What We Offer

  • Competitive Salary
  • Long Term incentive plans
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paywise offers the following employee benefits to Vault Minerals employees;
    • Novated Lease Vehicles
    • Trade tools
    • FIFO Travel
    • Portable Electronic Devices
    • Self-Education
    • Airport Lounger Membership 

Our Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.

If you would like to join us on our growth journey, please apply now.

Vaults Minerals kindly requests that agencies do not send unsolicited resumes unless specifically invited to do so.

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