Rehabilitation Planning Engineer

About the Company

CSI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mineral Resources Ltd (ASX: MIN), CSI Mining Services is a leading provider of pit-to-ship mining services unique to the resources industry. As one of Australia’s largest mining services contractors, CSI supports MinRes projects and external clients by providing capital infrastructure and whole-of-life operational expertise. CSI has operations in Western Australia and Queensland.

About the Role

In this critical role, you will translate strategic mine plans into executable medium-term operational schedules that maximise safety, efficiency, and value.

This position commences supporting our high performing team at our client site across the Rio Tinto Rehab Project, working on an 8D/6X roster.

You will develop detailed designs that integrate operational feedback, optimise equipment utilisation, and enhance production outcomes. Working closely with key stakeholders, you will adapt plans to changing site conditions, support continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory and environmental requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce executable rehabilitation schedules as per the scope of works
• Monitor schedule compliance, analyse variances, and recommend corrective actions to meet production targets
• Collaborate with survey team to ensure rehabilitation designs are implemented in line with scope of works
• Assist with managing, tracking and recording seeding requirements
• Collaborate closely with operations and the client to ensure plans reflect current operational capabilities and constraints
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure plans and designs adhere to all standards, safety regulations, and environmental conditions
• Optimise fleet allocation, haulage routes, and cycle times to improve productivity and reduce costs
• Update and verify spatial data, geological models and survey information for accurate planning
• Identify and implement improvements to planning processes, tools, and scheduling methodologies
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior engineers, promoting planning discipline and operational understanding

What is Required:

• Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering or equivalent - WA Quarry Manager Certificate of Competency highly regarded
• Extensive experience in operational mining engineering or technical mine planning roles with in the 2 – 5 year horizon’s highly regarded
• Advanced skills in mine planning software (Vulcan, Surpac, Deswik, MineSched) with advanced skills in MS Office, Power BI and GIS tools highly regarded
• Experience using GPS machine guidance systems (Trimble Earthworks) and analysing operational data to inform plan and design outcomes
• Proven ability to develop realistic, achievable plans in collaboration with multiple functional teams
• Experience with open pit operations, shift scheduling, equipment allocation, haulage optimisation, and integration of environmental conditions into plans
• Understanding of ore blending, grade control, QA/QC, geotechnical constraints, and safety standards in tactical planning
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a collaborative and agile mindset

Qualifications & Certifications:

• Bachelor of Mining Engineering
• WA Quarry Manager Certificate of Competency (highly regarded)

What's On Offer / Benefits:

• Exposure to innovative mining technologies and industry leading projects.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, technical leadership, and advancement.
• Comprehensive employee benefits supporting your career, health, family, recreation, and future with MinRes.

About CSI Mining Services

CSI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mineral Resources Ltd (ASX: MIN), CSI Mining Services is a leading provider of pit-to-ship mining services unique to the resources industry. As one of Australia’s largest mining services contractors, CSI supports MinRes projects and external clients by providing capital infrastructure and whole-of-life operational expertise. CSI has operations in Western Australia and Queensland.