Our purpose at MEC is to provide an exceptional technical service and be part of the journey with our clients. Our underground services continue to grow, and we have a great opportunity for a Senior Mining Engineer (Underground) to join the team to help us deliver step-change projects and various technical services with our clients. Join our consultancy with a team of 15 experienced underground engineers with expertise across all underground mining fields. This is your chance to leverage and grow your knowledge and expertise and take the next step in your career!

The Role:

The role is ideal for experienced mining engineers with over 10 years of experience that take pride in delivering high-quality technical work and seeing the impact of their effort. Candidates that have demonstrated experience across all mine engineering functions will be highly regarded, including;

Experience

Previous experience as a Senior Mining Engineer in a team leadership capacity
Project management experience
Business improvement experience

Skillset

Long and mid term planning (budgeting/forecasting/13wk/3MS)
Mine planning and infrastructure
Underground production/D&B engineering
Ventilation & Backfill

At MEC you will gain exposure to;

Delivering excellence in technical services with our clients
Running projects with our clients to improve site technical systems and processes
Supporting our client’s new start-up operations with operations readiness
Operations performance diagnostic and benchmarking with our client’s existing operations
Long-term and mid-term planning, proof of concepts and trade-off's
Underground Scoping Studies and PFS's

Qualifications & Technical Experience:

Minimum of 10 years of underground hardrock mining experience
Relevant tertiary qualifications (Bachelor or Masters) in Mining Engineering required

Personal Attributes

Quality-focused approach to technical work
Effective communicator and collaborator
Demonstrated track record of experience and skillset
Versatility and flexibility

Why join MEC?

Highly competitive salary packages, option for ABN holders or casual arrangement, at above-benchmark rates
Flexible rostering and contract arrangements to fit your desired work-life balance!
Performance-based bonuses, referral bonuses + new business incentives!
5 weeks annual leave
Generous recognition programs such as Employee of the Month, service milestones, etc
Site-based team leadership and mentoring
Fast-tracked skills and experience development with the variety that only mining consulting can offer
Career progression opportunities into team leadership and business development
Support from an engaged and hands-on management team that pair people with projects that match their skillset and professional interests
Access to our EAP provider supporting employee wellness anytime
Regular team events and social activities!

Closing date: January 20th, 2026

Apply now!

Please contact Lauren, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner via email careers@mecmining.com.au for further information.

Please note

MEC reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. You must be an Australian citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position. MEC is sourcing this position directly, no agencies please.

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