Workplace Type: Onsite
About Newmont
At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Cadia
Our Cadia Valley Operation in New South Wales is situated about 25 kilometers from Orange and 250 kilometers west of Sydney. Cadia produces gold doré bars from a gravity circuit and gold-rich copper concentrates from a flotation circuit. The operation includes the Cadia East Mine which is globally renowned for its use of block caving, a large-scale underground mining method.
We acknowledge the Wiradjuri people, traditional custodians of the land surrounding Cadia, and proudly run an Indigenous Buddy Program to enrich the workplace experience our Indigenous employees. As a residential (drive-in / drive-out) mine, Cadia values community deeply, offering both financial and in-kind support to organizations across Blayney, Cabonne, and Orange townships. The Orange region is often referred to as the gateway to Country New South Wales with acclaimed wineries, fine dining, annual festivals and charming heritage villages making for an unparalleled work-life balance.
About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated and technically capable Tailings Deposition Planning Engineer to join our team. In this newly created role, you will support the delivery of safe, efficient and sustainable tailings storage management across our operation.
Working closely with operations and technical teams, you will contribute to the modelling, optimisation, and performance monitoring of tailings deposition, ensuring alignment with site requirements and industry standards.
Key responsibilities
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Develop and implement tailings deposition plans aligned with operational and environmental requirements
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Monitor tailings deposition, water management, and operational performance to identify improvement opportunities
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Collaborate with operations, geotechnical, and environmental teams to ensure safe tailings storage facility (TSF) performance
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Analyse data and contribute to forecasts, reporting, and performance reviews
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Support risk management activities and ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and innovation in tailings management practices
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Assist with audits, inspections, and governance requirements
About You
The ideal candidate will be a proactive and detail-oriented professional with an understanding of tailings systems and a commitment to safe and sustainable mining practices.
Key requirements include:
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Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline
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Mining operations experience
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Project management and scheduling experience
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Experience in tailings management, deposition planning, or TSF operations - highly regarded
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Working knowledge of relevant regulations and industry standards (e.g. ANCOLD, GISTM)
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Proficiency in data analysis tools (eg. Excel) and exposure to specialised mining software (e.g. CAD, Muk3D) – highly regarded
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Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of a residential role in Orange, NSW, with a 5/2 or 9-day fortnight roster. This opportunity is ideally suited to candidates with unrestricted Australian working rights who are looking to build a long-term future within a high-performing operation.
At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion, we believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together.
Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. We know no candidate meets every qualification listed, so if you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!
