Open Cut Examiner (OCE)- Bowen Basin

Open Cut Examiner (OCE) - Byerwen Mine

FIFO/DIDO | Byerwen Mine, QLD | Mining Operations

We are seeking an experienced Open Cut Examiner (OCE) to join a well-established mining operation at Byerwen Mine, located in Queensland's Bowen Basin.

This is an opportunity for an experienced OCE to play a key role in maintaining safe and efficient open-cut operations. Working closely with production crews and site leadership, you will provide strong frontline safety oversight, ensure compliance with statutory requirements and support the delivery of operational targets.

The Role

As an Open Cut Examiner, you will be responsible for the safe execution of mining activities within your designated area. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting statutory inspections of active mining areas, haul roads, dumps and associated work areas
• Identifying, assessing and controlling hazards across open-cut operations
• Ensuring mining activities comply with site procedures, legislation and statutory requirements
• Providing clear direction and leadership to operational crews
• Monitoring changing ground, weather and operational conditions
• Completing accurate statutory reports, inspections and shift documentation
• Supporting incident investigations and implementation of corrective actions
• Working closely with production supervisors, operators and site leadership
• Promoting a strong safety culture while supporting productive mining operations

About You / Requirements

To be successful, you will ideally have:

• Current Queensland Open Cut Examiner (OCE) qualification
• Current Queensland Coal Board Medical
• Standard 11
• Demonstrated experience within open-cut coal mining operations
• Strong knowledge of Queensland coal mining legislation and statutory obligations
• Experience supervising and coordinating operational mining activities
• Strong hazard identification and risk management capability
• Confident communication and leadership skills
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety
• Current Australian driver's licence

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work at Byerwen Mine in the Bowen Basin
• Established open-cut mining operation
• Competitive remuneration
• Supportive and experienced site team
• Long-term opportunity for the right candidate
• Work with a respected mining contractor offering opportunities across major Australian mining operations

How to Apply

If you're an experienced OCE looking for your next opportunity in the Bowen Basin, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply now with an updated resume outlining your open-cut coal mining and statutory OCE experience.