- Be part of a highly regarded operation in a prime Hunter Valley location
- Growth and development-focused employer
- Newcastle based with regular travel to site required, OR 100% site based at Mt Pleasant.
MACH Energy operates a modern, low-cost coal mining operation in the Hunter Valley, supported by a low strip ratio, an efficient mining fleet, and modern fixed plant and infrastructure. The business continues to expand year on year, underpinned by significant infrastructure investment and a clear strategic growth pathway.
Mount Pleasant Operation is currently undergoing major infrastructure upgrades, with substantial capital commitments in place. The operation is supported by leading contractors who play a critical role in maintaining performance and efficiency. With tenure extending well into the future, the site offers stability, certainty and strong future prospects.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Superintendent – Long-Term Planning, this role will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction and life-of-mine plans for on-site mining operations. This position is responsible for developing, optimising, and maintaining long-term mine plans that align with business objectives, technical standards, and safety requirements.
The position can be Newcastle based with regular travel to site required, OR 100% site based at Mt Pleasant.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assist in developing and maintaining life-of-mine (LOM) , long-term, and strategic mine plans.
- Optimising mine design and sequencing to achieve the best strategic and financial outcomes.
- Optimise mine layouts, sequences, and equipment strategies.
- Ensure plans align with geotechnical, geological, environmental, and operational constraints.
- Provide technical input to feasibility studies, budgets, and business planning processes.
- Collaborate with site and corporate stakeholders to support effective execution of the mine plan.
- Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering with a minimum of 8 years’ open cut mining experience.
- A commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
- Extensive experience in mine planning.
- Experienced with the planning of excavator and truck operations.
- Demonstrated capability in mining studies and costing.
- High level of oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present clearly and persuasively to range of audiences.
- Excellent analytical and reasoning and ability.
- The ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a dynamic environment.
- Join a mine that is expanding and has a bright future
- Permanent role with a great site-based team
- Attractive salary package and employee benefits
- Relocation assistance available to the Muswellbrook region if needed
- Option to consider a Newcastle based position with travel to site as required
Interested candidates can apply via SEEK or reach out to Lucas Eyers at Stellar Recruitment to start a conversation.
Lucas Eyers – Mining Business Manager - Stellar Recruitment
lucas@stellarrecruitment.com.au - 0452483407
