Job Description
Senior Engineer Mining
  • 8/6 days only roster | FIFO from Perth to the Roy Hill Mine
  • Be part of a technologically advanced mine site
  • Employee travel benefits for FIFO employees – airport parking, flights, accommodation
  • Access to Qantas Points and Status Credits program

 

About the role:

The Mining team is currently seeking a Senior Mining Engineer to join them.

Reporting to the Superintendent Engineering, you will play a key role in delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective mining outcomes. You will provide technical leadership and practical support to the mining operations team, driving performance through effective planning, scheduling, and optimisation of mining activities.

This is your opportunity to make a measurable impact on production, productivity, and cost performance, while upholding high standards of safety, environmental compliance, and operational discipline.

 

Duties:

  • Develop and implement short-term and long-term mine plans and schedules that drive operational success.
  • Monitor and analyse mining operations to ensure adherence to plan and proactively identify improvement opportunities.
  • Provide clear technical guidance and hands-on support to the mining operations team.
  • Lead and mentor a team of Mining Engineers
  • Conduct regular site inspections and audits to maintain compliance with safety and environmental requirements.
  • Prepare and present detailed reports on mining performance, including production, cost, and safety metrics.
  • Lead feasibility studies and economic evaluations to support future mining initiatives.

 

Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Mining or a related field.
  • Proven experience in a mining engineering role with a strong operational collaboration focus.
  • Proven experience leading  and coaching teams within a mining environment 
  • Proficiency in mine design and planning software (e.g., Alastri, Vulcan, or similar).
  • Sound understanding of mining operations, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
  • Exposure to automation and digital technologies in mining is highly regarded.

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About Hancock Iron Ore

The world of iron ore is evolving, and so are we. Atlas Iron and Roy Hill have joined forces to become Hancock Iron Ore, building on our combined strengths of resilience and innovation.

Our portfolio of world-class iron ore operations located in West Australia’s Pilbara region has a strong history of delivering reliable products for our customers in key international markets. As one team under Hancock Iron Ore, we have four operating mines: Roy Hill, Miralga Creek, Sanjiv Ridge, and Mount Webber, with McPhee Creek under construction plus a range of exciting development opportunities.

We deliver more than 70 million tonnes of ore each year through our own two-berth port facility at Stanley Point and the multi-user Utah Point in Port Hedland, providing the materials needed to foster global economic growth and development. Leveraging established infrastructure, including our processing plant and 344km independently owned and operated heavy haul railway, our operation oversees each moment from when ore is mined through to when it is shipped.

Life at the Roy Hill Mine

Working FIFO can be hugely rewarding and we offer a range of facilities and services to settle you in and give you a home away from home:

  • Modern, comfortable camp accommodation
  • Newly refurbished restaurant with gourmet food, including vegan, gluten free and healthy options
  • Large fully equipped gym facility, as well as a women-only gym 
  • Beach volleyball court
  • Golf simulators
  • Village shop and extensive supporting amenities
  • SWIFT in-room entertainment with comprehensive content and own-device casting capability
  • Active social club with community events and activities for employees
  • Lifestyle, learning and recreation initiatives, and events for your family

Equal Opportunity

Hancock Iron Ore is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, Veteran personnel and women to apply. We promote cultural diversity, gender equality and non- discrimination. We are proud of our relationships with our Traditional Owners and value the difference these partnerships make to the success of the project and to the lives of the people on whose land we operate.

Application Information

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

This advertisement will close no later than the Posting End Date specified.  We may close the advertisement early should suitable candidate/s be identified, so encourage prompt applications.

Recruitment Agency submissions will not be considered.
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Posting End Date:  13/03/2026
Information at a Glance
Business Unit:  Operations
Job Location:  Roy Hill Mine (FIFO)
Posting End Date:  13/03/2026
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