Mining Engineer

About the role

Owing to its relative depth (approximately 60 metres below surface), Iluka has spent decades developing a novel, remotely operated, underground mining (UGM) technology. This mining method is now in operation at the Balranald Mine. This mining method is truly innovative!

Iluka’s UGM technology is akin to keyhole surgery for the mining of critical minerals. It utilises directional drills to access to ore bodies previously thought uneconomic, with marked reductions in both environmental disturbance and carbon intensity relative to traditional mining techniques.

You can find out about our Balranald operation through the following link:

https://www.iluka.com/operations-resource-development/operations/balranald/

The Mining Engineer will provide technical expertise on practical mining solutions to ensure the ongoing efficient delivery of the Balranald mining operation objectives. This position is responsible for communicating, maintaining, and integrating the consolidated mining extraction, backfill, tailings, and rehabilitation plans for the mine site.

Key responsibilities include input into daily production and development activities to ensure management of the short- and medium-term mine plan. Daily and weekly data recording and entry will provide information and direction on mine plans, backfill progress, tailings planning, rehabilitation, and material movements. Resilience and the ability to perform under pressure will be key in this dynamic environment!

Your responsibilities will include

Provide short and medium term production planning expertise for the mine including schedules for mining development and extraction the drills

Deliver monthly, quarterly and yearly reports

Effectively communicate mine plans to internal stakeholders and contractors

Manage a rolling schedule to ensure production outcomes are achieved

Develop plans for topsoil and overburden stripping, tailings injection and management and rehabilitation

About you

Tertiary degree in mining, oil & gas or construction related discipline

Strong short and medium term production planning, execution and rehabilitation knowledge

Experience with mine planning software

Self-motivated and high level aof attention to detail

Our offer to you

New camp facilities within proximity to the operation, including two gyms, a tennis and basketball court

Be supported through an inclusive and collaborative culture​

18 weeks paid parental leave

Competitive remuneration package including allowances and bonus structure

Company share matching scheme

Attractive relocation assistance packages for those interested!

Site Based – Balranald, NSW

* 8 days on, 6 days off, Permanent Position

About Balranald and Iluka

lluka 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 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.

Iluka’s Balranald operation is located in the Riverina district of southwestern New South Wales. The development is focused on the rutile and zircon rich West Balranald deposit, which also contains material quantities of rare earth minerals.

You can choose to reside locally, drive-in drive-out from towns within the regional area, or fly-in fly-out from Melbourne. For South Australian residents we will mobilise you via road transport from our Iluka office in Adelaide.

We are committed to upholding our Business Values, supporting equal opportunities, gender equality and cultural diversity.

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: 6 October 2026

“We respect and encourage diversity in a workforce that reflects our communities.”