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Mine Planning Engineer

CompanyThe Redpath Group
LocationWest Wyalong
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 26, 2026
About The Company
Established in 1962, The Redpath Group is an experienced, full-service solutions provider to the global underground mining industry. We have the expertise, track record and qualifications to support any scope of work, even in the most remote parts of the world. Our projects are started well on time and are executed with the highest safety standards and exceptional workmanship. We serve our international client base from our offices and facilities across the globe. Services include: mine development, shaft sinking, mass excavation, production mining, raiseboring, mechanized raise mining, underground construction, mechanical excavation, engineering and technical services, and civil infrastructure development. Our company is guided by long-held corporate values - “Our Philosophy” and “Guidelines for Success” – demonstrating Redpath’s commitment to the incorporation of environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria into our organization. ---------------------------- Fondé en 1962, le Groupe Redpath est un fournisseur expérimenté de solutions complètes pour l’industrie minière souterraine mondiale. Nous avons l’expertise, les antécédents et les qualifications nécessaires pour soutenir n’importe quelle portée de travail. Nos projets sont démarrés à temps et sont exécutés avec les normes de sécurité les plus élevées et avec une finition exceptionnelle. Nous servons notre clientèle internationale à partir de nos bureaux et de nos installations à travers le monde. Les services comprennent : le développement minier, le fonçage de puits, l’excavation de masse, l’exploitation minière à contrat, l’alésage de monteries, les projets de monteries mécanisés, la construction souterraine, l’excavation mécanique, les services techniques et d’ingénierie et le développement des infrastructures civiles. Notre entreprise est guidée par des valeurs d’entreprise fondamentales de longue date qui démontrent l’engagement de Redpath à intégrer les critères ESG dans notre organisation.
About the Role

Mine Planning Engineer

Redpath Australia is seeking a motivated and proactive Mine Planning Engineer to join our team at Cowal Gold Operations.

Working closely with Operations, Geology and Geotechnical teams, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining safe, practical and optimised underground mine plans that support production objectives while maximising safety, productivity, ore recovery and value creation.

This is a site-based role where you'll work closely with underground operations, providing technical support, developing mine designs and schedules, and identifying opportunities to improve mining performance and operational efficiency. You'll play a key role in shaping the future direction of the mine through strategic planning and collaboration with key stakeholders.

This position operates on an 8/6 FIFO roster, offering the opportunity to work on a leading underground gold mining operation while maintaining a strong work-life balance.

Why Join Redpath?
 

  • FIFO 8/6 roster supporting work-life balance.
  • Work on a leading underground gold operation.
  • Long-term project stability and career growth opportunities.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Exposure to strategic planning and operational decision-making.
  • Opportunities to develop your technical and leadership capabilities.
  • Be part of a global leader in underground mining.

 

If you're a Mining Engineer looking to take the next step in your career and want to make a genuine impact on a high-performing underground operation, we'd love to hear from you. Join Redpath and help shape the future of mining at Cowal Gold Operations.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:
 

  • Develop and maintain short, medium and long-term underground mine plans.
  • Complete development designs, stope designs and extraction plans.
  • Develop mine schedules and sequencing plans to optimise production outcomes.
  • Monitor mine performance and adjust plans and schedules as required.
  • Support Life of Mine planning and optimisation activities.
  • Analyse mining performance data to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Work closely with Operations, Geology and Geotechnical teams to deliver practical planning solutions.
  • Provide technical support to underground production and development activities.
  • Assist with forecasts, budgets and planning deliverables.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly planning reports.
  • Monitor compliance against approved mine plans and schedules.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the operation.

Qualifications

About You

  • Degree qualified in Mining Engineering.
  • Experience in underground hard rock mining environments.
  • Strong mine planning experience across short, medium and long-term planning horizons.
  • Experience with development design, stope design and mine scheduling.
  • Proficient in mine planning software, with Deswik highly regarded.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • A collaborative approach and commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Australian underground mining experience preferred.
Key Skills
Mine planningUnderground miningMine designMine schedulingDeswikStope designDevelopment designExtraction planningData analysisTechnical supportStakeholder engagementProblem-solvingContinuous improvementBudgetingForecastingReporting
Categories
EngineeringEnergyManufacturing
Benefits
FIFO rosterWork-life balanceCareer growth opportunitiesSupportive team environment
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Mine Planning Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining safe, practical, and optimized underground mine plans to support production objectives. They will collaborate with operations, geology, and geotechnical teams to provide technical support and identify opportunities for improved mining performance.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
3003
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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