Mining Engineer

at  Iluka

Iluka Resources is a leading global producer of the critical minerals zircon and high-grade titanium dioxide feedstocks (rutile and synthetic rutile). Iluka has also established a significant position in rare earth elements (rare earths). As an international supplier of critical minerals, Iluka’s products are used in an array of applications including technology, construction, medical, lifestyle and industrial uses. As the world moves towards a smarter, safer and sustainable future, Iluka’s high quality products are increasing in demand.
Our people are the foundation of our business and are vital to our success now and into the future. Iluka offers an empowering and inclusive work environment that is as diverse as the communities in which we operate.
About Jacinth-Ambrosia
Jacinth-Ambrosia is located 270 kilometres north of the Port of Thevenard, near Ceduna. It is the world’s largest source of zircon, and a Tier 1 deposit with extensive reserves. It is the first mining development in a mixed-use regional reserve – the Yellabina Regional Reserve – in South Australia, with the operation demonstrating a commitment to high environmental standards and progressive land rehabilitation. Jacinth-Ambrosia site has a fully equipped modern camp with facilities including a gym, pool, sports courts, recreation rooms, Wi-Fi and Foxtel.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Mining Engineer to join Iluka’s Technical Services team, based at our Jacinth-Ambrosia operation.
This permanent position offers a unique opportunity to optimise and maintain safe mining and tailings stream deposition.
We are looking for someone with a background in tailings management or geotechnical engineering who can provide technical support to our operational teams and broaden their skillset into the mining engineering discipline. As a subject matter expert, you will lead the tailings management program, mentor team members, and share your knowledge with all involved.
This is a site based FIFO role comprising an 8 days on / 6 days off roster, with travel from either Adelaide or Ceduna provided.

Key elements of the role include:

• Providing specialist technical support to our operational teams
• Fulfilling the role of Tailings Responsible Site Person
• Ensuring management of tailings aligns with ANCOLD requirements and Iluka’s Group Standards
• Managing the development, operation and closure of TSFs at Site and all the engineering aspects including planning, site characterisation and risk management
• Implementing, refining and administrating the site Tailings Management Plan and associated Operations Manuals and Emergency Management Plans
• Conducting tailings storage facility inspections, document and communicate findings
• Contributing to the preparation of fit-for-purpose TSF design, construction management, operational, rehabilitation and closure plans
• Contributing to short, medium and long term mining and tailings deposition plans
• Preparing detailed work scopes for consultants and contractors and managing resulting contracts
• Sharing knowledge with and mentoring colleagues

About You

To be successful for this role, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, engineering geology, geological engineering, or civil engineering, and/or a postgraduate degree in geotechnical engineering or mine geomechanics
• Experience working as a Tailings Engineer or Geotechnical Engineer, with a significant part of this experience gained within mining operations
• Insight of ANCOLD guidelines and the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management
• Have completed or be eligible to complete a tailings management course
• Self-motivated with a high level of attention to detail
• Proactive approach to health, safety, environment, social responsibility and sustainable development
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Current driver’s licence

Our Offer To You

• Family Friendly Roster
• Up to 18 Weeks Paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregivers
• Ability to Purchase Additional Annual Leave
• Competitive Salary and Bonus Structure
• Company Share Matching Scheme

You will be supported, empowered, included and encouraged to be the best version of yourself.
If you share our values of Integrity, Respect, Courage, Accountability and Collaboration; and you have the skills and experience to help us to succeed and deliver sustainable value, apply now.
Full working rights in Australia are required for you to be eligible to apply for this role.
Applications Close: 20 November 2024
“We respect and encourage diversity in a workforce that reflects our communities.”

Key elements of the role include:

• Providing specialist technical support to our operational teams
• Fulfilling the role of Tailings Responsible Site Person
• Ensuring management of tailings aligns with ANCOLD requirements and Iluka’s Group Standards
• Managing the development, operation and closure of TSFs at Site and all the engineering aspects including planning, site characterisation and risk management
• Implementing, refining and administrating the site Tailings Management Plan and associated Operations Manuals and Emergency Management Plans
• Conducting tailings storage facility inspections, document and communicate findings
• Contributing to the preparation of fit-for-purpose TSF design, construction management, operational, rehabilitation and closure plans
• Contributing to short, medium and long term mining and tailings deposition plans
• Preparing detailed work scopes for consultants and contractors and managing resulting contracts
• Sharing knowledge with and mentoring colleague

To be successful for this role, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, engineering geology, geological engineering, or civil engineering, and/or a postgraduate degree in geotechnical engineering or mine geomechanics
• Experience working as a Tailings Engineer or Geotechnical Engineer, with a significant part of this experience gained within mining operations
• Insight of ANCOLD guidelines and the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management
• Have completed or be eligible to complete a tailings management course
• Self-motivated with a high level of attention to detail
• Proactive approach to health, safety, environment, social responsibility and sustainable development
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Current driver’s licenc