Senior Ventilation Engineer

Senior Ventilation Engineer
  • FIFO 8/6 or 4/3 | Perth-based point of hire
  • Tier-1 gold mining operation
  • Senior level | Strong site and technical exposure
Are you an experienced Ventilation Engineer looking for your next challenge in a dynamic underground mining environment? One of our valued clients, a leading gold mining company, is seeking a Senior Ventilation Engineer to join their high-performing technical services team. This is a permanent position offered on an 8/6 or 4/3 FIFO roster from Perth.

About the role:
As the Senior Ventilation Engineer, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the mine’s ventilation systems to ensure regulatory compliance and the health and safety of all underground personnel.

Key responsibilities:
  • Design and maintain effective underground ventilation systems
  • Conduct regular ventilation surveys and data analysis
  • Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements and industry best practices
  • Provide technical ventilation support and mentoring to junior staff
  • Liaise with operations, planning, and safety teams to ensure integration of ventilation plans
  • Prepare reports and submissions for regulatory bodies as required.
About you:
  • Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering or related discipline
  • Proven experience in a ventilation engineering role in an underground mining environment
  • Sound understanding of WA mining legislation and ventilation standards
  • Proficiency in ventilation modelling software (e.g., Ventsim)
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.
What's on offer:
  • A stable, long-term role with a leading gold producer
  • Choice of 8/6 or 4/3 FIFO roster – better work-life balance
  • Competitive salary + benefits
  • Work with a supportive and experienced team
  • Career progression and professional development opportunities.
Unfortunately, MPI are only able to consider people with appropriate and relevant experience, and who are either Australian Permanent Residents or have the necessary permits to work in Australia and whom are currently in Australia. 
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Shane Moore

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