Senior Project Engineer - Underground

RESIDENTIAL LOCATION: Kalgoorlie, WA

WORK SITE: Underground - Enterprise

ROSTER: 8/6 (FIFO or Residential)

PACKAGE: Salary + Performance Bonus + Residential Allowance + Site Allowance + Insurance + Private Health + Gym Membership Discount + Other Benefits

ABOUT NORTON GOLD FIELDS

Norton Gold Fields is one of Australia’s largest domestic gold producers, with a significant mining and processing presence in the Kalgoorlie Goldfields region.

With ongoing underground and expansion projects, Norton is focused on delivering safe, efficient and sustainable operations while continuing to grow its footprint across the region.

Our vision is to be a leading gold producer, setting the benchmark in safety, teamwork, innovation and operational performance.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Underground Manager, the Senior Project Engineer plays a key role in leading and delivering underground mining projects safely, on time and within budget.

This position provides technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, from planning and design through to execution, commissioning and handover, working closely with operations, technical services and contractors to ensure alignment with production and site objectives.

KEY DUTIES AND TASKS

• Lead the planning and delivery of underground mining projects in line with safety, cost and schedule targets.

• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules and execution plans, and monitor performance against approved targets.

• Provide technical leadership across engineering design, constructability, risk management and change control.

• Coordinate closely with operations, maintenance, electrical, dewatering and technical services teams to minimise production disruption.

• Manage contractors and consultants, including scope definition, performance and cost control.

• Identify and manage project risks, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented.

• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment and services in collaboration with supply chain and finance.

• Support commissioning, project handover and close-out, including documentation and lessons learned.

• Prepare and present clear reports, schedules and cost forecasts to site leadership.

• Ensure compliance with WHS (Mines) Act 2022 (WA), regulations and site standards.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar

• Demonstrated experience in underground mining projects or operations

• Strong understanding of underground mining methods, infrastructure and project execution

• Sound knowledge of WHS (Mines) Act 2022 (WA) and associated regulations

• Experience in project management, scheduling and cost control

• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

• Valid Australian work rights and ability to meet site access requirements

BENEFITS

• Permanent full-time role with long-term career opportunities

• Competitive remuneration package including bonus and allowances

• Residential allowance or FIFO options available

• Company paid private health insurance or allowance

• Supportive team environment with exposure to multiple underground operations

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This is an opportunity to join a company that values safety, performance and its people.

Norton is recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Australian Government’s Workplace Gender Equality Agency. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for our roles, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or disability.