Project Engineer

**As the Mining Project Engineer you will report to the Project/Operations Manager and will play a key role in supporting the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of underground mining projects for Westfill Pty Ltd.**Westfill Pty Ltd is a specialised underground mining contractor and service provider based in Western Australia, with decades of boots-on-the-ground experience and practical knowledge to provide quality personnel, products and operational contract services into the underground mining industry. 
To be successful in this role you will have the ability to:

• Provide technical, operational, and commercial support to enable site performance.
• Managing client relationships and lead operational teams ensuring project deliverables are achieved.
• Extensive experience in underground mining production, development, planning and scheduling activities.
• Excellent communication, leadership skills, and the ability to adapt between engineering and project management responsibilities.
• Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or equivalent.
• S26 Certificate.
• Valid Western Australia C Class Manual Drivers Licence as a minimum.
• Dangerous Goods Security Card.
• Working at heights within the last 2 years or be willing to obtain one.
• Be able to pass a pre-employment medical to include drug and alcohol screening.
• National Police Clearance valid within the last 6 months.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote and reinforce a proactive safety-first culture across all project activities.
• Ensure compliance with Company, legislative, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Provide direction and technical support to site supervisors, foremen, and operators.
• Act as Relief Project Manager when required, providing leadership, decision-making, and operational oversight.
• Support a high-performance culture built on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with mine planning and technical services to ensure alignment of designs and production requirements.
• Assist in preparation of budgets, cost forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Ensure accurate recording of costs, labour hours, and production data.
• Contribute to procurement, subcontractor engagement, and contract administration.
• Support preparation of project reports, cost reviews, and claims submissions.
• Monitor equipment and personnel utilisation to optimise productivity.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and the potential for career progression as we grow.
• Fortnightly pay.
• A supportive, inclusive team culture where your voice matters.
• A rare opportunity to join a growing company during a dynamic period of expansion.

**If you’re ready to make a real difference in a company that values your insight and expertise, and you meet the criteria above, APPLY NOW and help shape the workforce powering smarter mining.**Please note: Due to the volume of applications only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.