Lead Mining Engineer (Studies)

2w2 weeks ago

MEC Technical Services

Brisbane, AU · Full-time · A$190,000 – A$220,000

About this role

This newly created role offers a chance to lead high-impact, commercially strategic studies within a specialist mining consultancy. As Team Leader, you'll drive concept, scoping, PFS, and DFS studies across multiple commodities including graphite, gold, copper, and met coal.

Your first year could see you overseeing a DFS for a large graphite producer or an integrated open pit and underground gold PFS. You'll also handle trade-off studies, due diligence on met coal assets, and earthmoving contractor bids—each project demanding sharp technical and commercial judgment.

You'll work alongside integrated teams spanning open pit mining, geology, geotechnical engineering, processing, and environmental permitting. With direct access to senior leadership and technical subject matter experts, you'll have a peer group that truly understands your challenges.

Beyond running studies, you'll grow and develop your own team, mentor junior engineers, strengthen client partnerships, and contribute to business growth. MEC offers a stable yet agile environment where your expertise is valued and your career can build steadily without unnecessary bureaucracy.

Requirements

Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering
Hands-on experience leading and delivering mining study packages (Concept, Scoping, PFS, DFS)
Ability to quickly understand value drivers across different commodities
Comfortable building relationships and spotting new opportunities
Proven ability to manage cross-disciplinary teams and integrated projects
Strong commercial and strategic acumen in mining consulting or operations
Experience with open pit and/or underground mine planning software

Responsibilities

Lead and deliver mining study packages at concept, scoping, PFS, and DFS levels
Build, mentor, and develop a team of mining engineers
Conduct trade-off studies, conceptual mine planning, and cost modelling
Perform advisory, valuation, and due diligence work on mining assets
Manage multiple concurrent projects across diverse commodities
Strengthen client partnerships and identify new business opportunities
Oversee technical outcomes and ensure quality in study deliverables

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave
Quarterly performance-based bonuses
Regular networking and client events including sundowners
Flexible working options to suit life outside work
Employee referral bonuses ($2,500–$10,000)
Professional memberships reimbursed; support for further studies and training
Internal recognition programs including Employee of the Month and service milestones