At Catalyst, you won’t just take on a role – you’ll take on a challenge. Our underground operation is technically complex and continually evolving, requiring sharp thinking, collaboration and a proactive approach to problem solving.
From remnant extraction to new mining areas coming online, the work here will stretch your capability and keep you engaged. This role sits within our Technical Services team and plays a key part in delivering safe, practical and production-aligned engineering outcomes underground.
You’ll work closely with geology, underground operations and maintenance to ensure plans are executable, risks are understood and performance is optimised. With multiple growth fronts across the mine, this is a dynamic environment where engineering decisions have a direct and visible impact.
You’ll be supported by experienced leaders who are genuinely invested in mentoring and developing their teams. We believe in building capability from within, and as our operations expand across the belt, so do the opportunities to broaden your exposure and progress your career.
Whether you’re looking to deepen your technical expertise or step into broader operational responsibilities over time, this is a genuine opportunity to grow while helping shape the future direction of the mine.
The Role
As the Production Engineer this position is responsible for ensuring Production plans are practicable and executable for the Mining Operation. The role will deliver operational instructions, to enable the business to meet its objectives in terms of production and cost.
This is a drill and blast design role, so make sure you highlight your design skills. Strong communication and collaborative skills to enable integrated production instructions by incorporating detailed engineering designs with operational risks.
Key Responsibilities
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Produce and update designs in Deswik
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Conduct drill and blast design and optimisation
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Monitor and report on mine physical performance
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Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
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Collaborate closely with underground supervisors and operators
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will have:
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Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or relevant discipline
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Underground hard rock experience (gold preferred)
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Strong design capability
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Practical understanding of underground mining methods
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Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
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Current C-Class Driver’s Licence
Desirable:
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First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate (or working towards)
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Experience in remnant or technically complex mining environments
Benefits
Why Catalyst?
FIFO isn’t for everyone — it requires commitment and time away from home. That’s why we place strong emphasis on creating a supportive team culture, approachable leadership and an environment where people work hard, back each other in, and still find time to have a laugh and enjoy what site has to offer.
We offer:
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8/6 roster promoting genuine work-life balance
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Health insurance eligibility
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Exposure to a growing and expanding underground operation
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Opportunity to contribute beyond your core role and influence how we operate
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Supportive and collaborative site leadership team
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Ongoing development and internal progression opportunities
This role offers genuine development potential for someone looking to build their career within a growing Australian mining business.
Catalyst Metals Limited is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX code: CYL).
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Applications are currently being accepted, so apply now.
Catalyst Metals Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Agency referrals are not being accepted.
