Principal Mining Consultant - Open Pit

About Us:

With approaching 40 years of innovation, Micromine is a global leader in mining software solutions. Our products are trusted by the world’s leading Mining Companies across more than 90 countries, empowering mining operations with real-time data, enhanced safety, and operational efficiency.

What We Offer

An established multinational business, growing fast, with great benefits:

• High growth company providing growth opportunities for our people
• Work from home (WFH) and flexibility options to balance work and home life
• 12 weeks paid parental leave – primary and secondary carers
• Free gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Social Connection and Responsibility Program
• Discounted private health insurance
• Novated leasing
• The opportunity to work across both the Mining and Technology sectors
• An engaging team culture and a modern office in Perth

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Principal Mining Consultant to deliver high-quality engineering and technical consulting services to Micromine’s mining clients. This is a senior, hands-on role that combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, providing strategic support, mentoring others, and helping shape the future of our consulting practice.

Based in Perth, you will work on diverse consulting projects across mine planning, scheduling, and optimisation. The role may involve occasional travel to client sites, including remote mining operations, offering the chance to engage directly with customers and make a tangible impact on their operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to the consulting team, including mentoring and upskilling junior staff. Contribute to recruitment and talent development within the business unit.
• Review consulting proposals for technical accuracy and risk, coordinate project delivery, and support budgeting, forecasting, and resource utilisation.
• Lead mine design and scheduling projects, including short- and long-term planning, dumping and haulage analysis, and model development using industry-standard software such as Alastri, Spry, Deswik, or Vulcan.
• Contribute to mine feasibility and improvement studies by developing mine designs, cost estimates, production schedules, and financial models, including NPV evaluations.
• Conduct mine optimisation and improvement work, including equipment selection, method comparison, reserve estimation, and rehabilitation studies.
• Support the growth of Micromine’s consulting business through client engagement, relationship management, and identification of new project opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal processes and contribute to the evolution of Micromine’s consulting services and software solutions.
• Visit client sites as required — both domestically and internationally — to provide on-site consulting support.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering, or in Geological Sciences.
• At least 7 years of relevant mining industry experience, with demonstrated technical expertise in mine planning, scheduling, and feasibility analysis.
• Advanced skills in mine planning and scheduling software such as Alastri, Spry, Deswik, or Vulcan.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• Able to work independently and take initiative, while also collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with advanced spreadsheeting and reporting skills.
• Passionate about mentoring others and contributing to the ongoing development of Micromine’s people and services.

Why Micromine?

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a global leader in mining technology and consulting, driving positive change across the industry.
• Professional Growth: Access diverse project work, leadership opportunities, and continuous learning in a supportive and collaborative setting.
• Global Reach: Work with clients and projects around the world, contributing to meaningful outcomes across multiple mining operations.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexibility through a hybrid work model that values both teamwork and personal wellbeing.

Next Steps

Ready to make your mark as a Principal Mining Consultant at Micromine? Apply now or visit www.micromine.com to learn more about our business and the opportunities we offer.