Lead Mining Engineer

About Perilya Limited

Perilya Limited is a well-established Australian mining company with a proud history and a strong international footprint. Our operations include the iconic Broken Hill Operation in New South Wales - one of the world's great base metals mines with over 130 years of continuous production, and Cormidom in the Dominican Republic, the country's first underground mining operation, which continues to deliver high-quality zinc, lead, copper, and silver.

Together, these assets form the foundation of a business with scale, resilience, and long-term growth opportunities.

Perilya is recognised for its commitment to operational excellence, safety leadership, and environmental responsibility. We invest in our people and communities, fostering diversity and creating genuine career pathways across both corporate and operational sites. Our collaborative culture values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement, making Perilya a workplace where talented people can thrive and contribute to a sustainable future in mining.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Mining Engineer to provide leadership and direction for the mine planning function at our Broken Hill Operation.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success of a complex underground mining operation by leading mine planning activities, supporting strategic decision-making, and mentoring a team of planning engineers.

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, you will work closely with operations, geology, and geotechnical teams to deliver practical, safe, and value-driven mine plans that support operational and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of short, medium, and long-term mine plans

• Coordinate life-of-mine planning activities and mine design optimisation initiatives

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Mine Planning Engineers and technical team members

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of mine planning standards and processes

• Ensure mine designs and planning activities align with:

  • MDG (Mine Design Guidelines)
  • PHMP (Principal Hazard Management Plans)
  • GCMP (Ground Control Management Plans)
  • Relevant NSW regulatory requirements

• Facilitate planning reviews and contribute to technical decision-making processes

• Work collaboratively with operations, geology, and geotechnical teams to ensure integrated planning outcomes

• Identify opportunities to improve mine performance, productivity, and resource recovery

• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes

• Promote safe work practices and proactive risk management across technical services

About You

You are an experienced underground mining engineer who enjoys leading teams, building capability, and delivering practical planning solutions in challenging mining environments.

You will have:

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mining Engineering) – essential
• Minimum 5+ years' experience in underground mine planning
• Experience in hard rock underground mining – essential
• Experience developing short, medium, and long-term mine plans
• Strong understanding of underground mine design principles and planning processes
• Sound knowledge of NSW mining legislation and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence stakeholders across technical and operational teams
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills

Highly Regarded:

• Experience working in remnant mining environments
• Previous experience supervising or mentoring engineers
• Experience with strategic mine planning and optimisation studies
• Proficiency with industry-standard mine planning software
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and operational excellence

Why Join Perilya?

• Work at one of Australia's most historic and technically challenging underground operations
• Lead a critical mine planning function and influence operational outcomes
• Join a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Further develop your leadership and technical capabilities
• Opportunity to work in Broken Hill, offering a unique lifestyle and strong community benefits

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful contribution to the future of mining at Perilya, we encourage you to apply.

To be considered for this role, please submit a brief covering letter and CV by following the APPLY NOW prompts.

At Perilya Limited, we value diversity and inclusion, strongly encouraging applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to building an inclusive workforce where everyone can contribute, grow, and succeed.