Ventilation Engineer
Job no: 500548
Work type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Rosebery Mine
We are MMG and we mine for progress
MMG Rosebery
Rosebery is an underground polymetallic base metal mine located in the township of Rosebery in Tasmania, Australia. The mine is a deep, sub-level open stoping operation with complex mining conditions.
The Rosebery Mine has been at the heart of the Rosebery community since 1936 and is one of Tasmania’s largest and oldest continuously operating, underground mines producing zinc, copper and lead concentrates, as well as gold doré.
It supports approximately 500 employees and their families, has a strong community focus and engages a wide range of local businesses from across Tasmania in its supply chain boosting the economy of the West Coast of Tasmania and beyond.
The mine has a strong future, with extensive exploration activities which have continued to grow the resource and require mine planning beyond 10 years of continued operation.
MMG Rosebery has an office in Burnie (Tasmania), giving employees the flexibility to work from there when they are not required onsite.
Ventilation Engineer
Reporting to the Senior Strategic Planning Engineer, this role is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the mine’s ventilation system by providing technical expertise, monitoring airflow conditions, and supporting mine planning. This role is critical in optimizing ventilation infrastructure, managing ventilation-related risks, and enabling production teams to meet operational objectives while maintaining a safe working environment.
This is not your typical Ventilation Engineer role it will contribute to long-term mine planning, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives, therefore if you enjoy immersing yourself in Projects then this may be the role for you!
We welcome applications from seasoned professionals who excel in dynamic environments and are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the mining industry. Whether you prefer residential, DIDO (Drive-In/Drive-Out), or FIFO (Fly-In/Fly-Out) arrangements, we offer flexible options to suit your lifestyle. Fully paid FIFO arrangements from the eastern states are a standard part of our operations, with site-based accommodation in Rosebery.
Key Accountabilities:
- Ensure the mining team is enabled to meet operational objectives by clearly defining and coordinating ventilation requirements in weekly and monthly production planning meetings.
- Assist in planning and execution of ventilation infrastructure projects, including secondary fans, bulkheads, regulators, and main ventilation fans.
- Support capital planning and budgeting for ventilation-related infrastructure, ensuring projects align with Life of Mine (LOM) strategy and operational goals.
- Evaluate new ventilation technologies or strategies (e.g., Ventilation on Demand, automated monitoring) to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Perform routine primary surveys ensuring results are accurately recorded and communicated to key stakeholders, and ensure that ventilation systems meet or exceed regulatory and statutory requirements (e.g., airflow, dust control, gas management, emergency egress).
- Provide input into Life of Mine (LOM) ventilation planning to support operational growth, cost control, and safety whilst identifying opportunities for ventilation efficiency improvements, including energy reduction strategies.
- Maintain and update an accurate ventilation model that reflects current and planned mine conditions.
- Assist in training and mentoring graduate engineers and ventilation technicians, ensuring they develop competency in ventilation principles and site-specific requirements.
- Adherence at all times to the MMG Code of Conduct. Comply with MMG’s values of Safety, Integrity, Action, and Results which form the basis of, and underpin all MMG’s business relationships
About You
To be successful, you will have an unwavering commitment to safe work practices, and MUST be able to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen, along with the following:
- Tertiary qualified Mining Engineering or Mine Environmental Control or Equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an Underground Ventilation Engineer / Ventilation Officer role
- Understanding of short, medium and long term mine schedules.
- Well-developed analytical, interpretive and constructive / lateral thinking skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build sustainable relationships with other departments and to work as part of a team
- Keen desire to manage projects and assist with long term planning
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, and mining software such as Deswik and Ventsim
- Knowledge and understanding of current relevant Mining Act and Regulations
- A proven history with safe work practises, with the ability to identify and address unsafe practices.
- Valid Drivers Licence
What we offer
- A safety-first culture
- A workplace that fosters diversity and inclusiveness, and supports our people with the systems, skills and behaviours required to live our values.
- Opportunity to work with diverse, talented people that are encouraged and supported in their professional and personal development
- Competitive pay rates reflective of your skills and experience
- Family friendly rosters
- Bonus' including short term incentive program
Who we are
Founded in 2009, MMG’s vision is to create a leading international mining company for a low carbon future. We mine to create wealth for our people, host communities and shareholders with an ambition to grow and diversify our resource, production and value, by leveraging Chinese and International expertise.
MMG has a global presence, owning and developing copper, zinc and other base metals projects across Australia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Peru and Botswana.
Our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity and inclusion and supports our people to grow.
We are guided by our values; think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and we want to be better.
Headquartered in Melbourne, we are listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEx 1208) with an international shareholder base.
As a company, MMG strives for the best in safety, environmental protection, production standards and overall operational excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer who values and respects diversity. We recognise the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate.
To know more about MMG please visit our webpage https://www.mmg.com/
If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role that empowers you to shape your work environment, we invite you to apply and join us in our pursuit of efficient and sustainable mining operations.
MMG Limited reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.
Advertised: Tasmania Daylight Time
Applications close: Tasmania Daylight Time
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