Brightstar Resources is a dynamic ASX listed gold company committed to a Gold Standard of excellence, creating value through exploration, development, mining, and production across Western Australia’s premier goldfields.
We are the proud owner and operator of our Second Fortune, FISH Gold Mine and the expanded Sandstone district home to the region’s largest Mineral Resource inventory, in the next 12 months we have a process plant build, launching open pits and expanding our underground operations. (2.4Moz @ 1.5g/t Au). With a commanding land position and clear strategic growth, we’re building something significant and this is your chance to be part of shaping the future of a growing gold operation.
We are currently seeking a Senior Mining Engineer (Open Pit) to join our team at the Lord Byron open pit operation. Reporting to the Quarry Manager and working an 8/6 roster, this is a unique opportunity to play a key role in establishing the mine planning and technical services capability ahead of Lord Byron OP start-up. Initially Perth office-based (Mon–Fri) for ~3 months, transitioning to 8:6 FIFO roster aligned with operations commencement. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape mine design, scheduling and systems from early-stage development through to operations.
As the Senior Mining Engineer, your key responsibilities will include:
- Develop and maintain mine designs, and schedules (short, medium and long term) aligned with operational targets.
- Translate mine planning strategies into practical, executable plans in collaboration with site contractors and Brightstar Mining Engineers.
- Provide technical leadership across drill & blast design, and sequencing to maximise productivity and value.
- Monitor mining performance against plan, identifying improvement opportunities across cost, productivity and efficiency
- Mentor and supervise Mining Engineers and Graduate Engineers, building a high-performing technical team
About You
- Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or related discipline
- Strong technical capability in open pit mine design, planning and scheduling across multiple horizons (LOM, Budget, 3MS)
- Advanced proficiency in Deswik (CAD, IS, Scheduler) essential, with ability to deliver practical, executable plans
- Demonstrated experience in hard rock open pit operations, including drill & blast and contractor interaction
- Quarry Manager / First Class Mine Manager statutory certification or progression towards one (desired)
What we offer
- A genuine opportunity to shape a growing gold operation
- Competitive salary package + incentive bonus
- Health insurance support
- A supportive and driven team environment
- A role with real influence and visibility across the business
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re looking to play a key role in a growing gold company, apply now and be part of Brightstar’s next phase of growth.
