About Alkane
Costerfield Operations, owned and operated by Alkane Resources Ltd, is situated in Central Victoria, east of Bendigo and surrounded by numerous towns within a 50km radius, offering a variety of residential options.
Our current operation runs an underground mine and processing plant that is responsible for producing gold and antimony. The mine's workforce consists of over 250 permanent employees who hold various roles in professional, technical, mining, processing, and trades.
We are focused on safe and efficient work practices and providing our people with authentic and rewarding career opportunities where innovation and agility are celebrated. We have established a culture that prioritises our people and fosters strong community connections.
Please note: Costerfield Operations is a residential mine and relocation to the local area is essential for this role.
Join a growing operation and play a key role in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality projects.
The Costerfield Operation is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support site upgrades and operational projects at our Costerfield Operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic, technically capable professional looking to make a meaningful impact at a high-performing site.
About The Role
Reporting to the HSEC Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering site projects across the Costerfield Operation. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring all projects are executed safely, reliably, and cost-effectively, while aligning with both operational priorities and financial objectives.
The key responsibilities of the role include:
- Ensure compliance with safe work practices, company policies, and productivity standards.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of the Project Management Plan – schedule, cost estimate, cashflow and risk register.
- Track progress against baselines; forecast schedule and cost outcomes, recommend corrective actions and recovery plans.
- Prepare status reports, dashboards and steering committee packs with clear variance analysis and recommendations.
- Ensure all planning permits are in place and compliant with proposed works and conduct regular assessments to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Manage interface between stakeholders (internal and external), ensuring technical deliverables meet codes and contract requirements.
Facilitate coordination meetings, document decisions, actions and risks with clear ownership and due dates.
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About You
You are a proactive, results-driven professional with strong strategic capability and the confidence to manage complex operational requirements. You excel in fast-paced environments, demonstrate exceptional time-management skills, and are committed to continuous improvement while maintaining the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and quality.
You will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering
- 3–5 years’ experience in project engineering (or equivalent)
- Experience in project controls (schedule, cost, risk)
- Understanding of contract administration and construction/implementation processes
- Proficiency in MS Project
- Strong commitment to safe mining operations
- Collaborative mindset and strong communication skills
- High attention to detail, analytical capability, and self-motivation
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities
Exposure to mining software (e.g., SURPAC, Deswik) – desirable
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Benefits on offer
- 5/2 roster arrangement
- Residential role - be home with your family every night
- Competitive remuneration package
- Relocation assistance available
- Onsite Physiotherapy
- Life and Salary Continuance insurance
- Novated Leasing options for vehicles
- Employee Rewards program – cash savings for everyday expenses
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Ambulance cover
Annual Health and Wellbeing allowance
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The Process
Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting will commence immediately . Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment medical and mandatory drug and alcohol testing.
We are a 100% smoke free workplace with zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants.
