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At Macmahon, you’ll find something different. We’re a successful mining and civil contractor that’s going places – and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you’re not just getting a job – you’re joining a quality team that’s built together and built to last.

Surface Mining Australia, Macmahon's largest operating company, delivers high-quality open-cut mining solutions across Australia, driven by operational excellence, strong safety performance, and deep industry expertise. Our people are the backbone of our capability, enabling us to partner closely with clients to sustainably deliver value every day.

Our Engineering Team plays a key role in supporting our people and projects. You’ll work with skilled people wo care about doing things the right way and contributing to our teams’ success.

About the Role

Macmahon is seeking an experienced Planning Engineer to support the restart of operations at the Mt Carlton gold/silver mine as it transitions back into production. Based in the Brisbane office with site travel as required, this role is critical to developing and delivering Life of Mine (LOM) plans, working closely with geology, operations and leadership teams to ensure safe, efficient and sustainable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain long-term mine schedules to support strategic planning
• Design pits, stages and strip sequences aligned to production and cost targets
• Undertake mine optimisation, scenario analysis and sensitivity modelling
• Deliver safe, practical and commercially sound mine plans
• Mentor and support Mine Production Engineers in planning and design principles
• Collaborate with contractors to align planning with operational execution
• Liaise with clients on resource requirements and planning priorities
• Ensure a consistent and sustainable ore supply to the processing plant
• Partner with site teams to support delivery of budget and production targets
• Role-model respect, confidentiality and integrity

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years experience in open cut mining (preferably hardrock)
• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering (or equivalent)
• Strong capability in mine design, scheduling, cost forecasting and stakeholder communication
• Proficiency in mine planning software (e.g. Deswik, Vulcan, Spry or similar)
• Strong communication and stakeholder skills
• Practical problem-solving and attention to detail
• Commitment to teamwork and delivery of high-quality outcomes
• You must be committed to positively contributing to our safe, inclusive and high-performance culture

Role Details

• Location: Brisbane CBD
• Roster: Monday to Friday

Why Macmahon?

• Work with people who know their stuff and back each other, within a respectful and genuine culture.
• Our structure is open, with no room for big egos. Real opportunities to learn and grow, with potential for exposure to diverse projects across Australia and Southeast Asia.
• Competitive benefits package including:
  • Paid Parental
  • Leave for primary carers
  • Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
  • Novated leases Comprehensive wellbeing program

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now. United | Courage | Integrity | Pride