Introduction

An excellent opportunity exists for an experienced Underground Production Engineer to join a well-established hard-rock gold operation in Western Australia. This permanent position offers strong exposure across drill & blast, scheduling, planning and production optimisation, suited to someone who enjoys hands-on technical work and wants stability and development.

You'll work closely with technical teams and mining crews to support production delivery, short-term planning and operational improvements.

What are you going to do

Develop weekly mine plans, drill and blast designs and production schedules
Enter and validate operational data for accurate planning and reporting
Reconcile production performance against plans and identify improvement actions
Conduct stope performance reviews and optimisation work
Collaborate with mining crews, geology, survey and contractors to support safe execution
Assist with monthly and quarterly planning and reporting inputs

Essential skills and knowledge

Strong underground mining experience (hard-rock gold essential)
Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent
Experience in production engineering, drill & blast and scheduling
Deswik experience highly desirable
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

What we offer

Permanent Position
8:6 Days only roster
Growing Gold Miner
Supportive Management

About Brunel

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Michael Garcia m.garcia@brunel.net

Closing: 04 March 2026

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Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: PR-273990

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Corporate recruiter

Michael Garcia

+61 8 9429 5662

Contact

Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.