Backfill Engineer

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-12 Western Australia, Australia Full-time Hybrid Mining Resources Energy

Company shared salary

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Market rate

A$10,833–A$15,000/mo (A$129,996–A$180,000/yr)

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About the Company

What This Role Offers An opportunity has arisen for a Backfill Engineer to join our Golden Grove operation in Western Australia. In this role, you will report to the Backfill Superintendent and work on an 8:6 roster. Your focus will be on supporting underground mining operations by developing and managing backfill strategies that ensure safe production and long-term mine stability. Your Primary Responsibilities Will Include Developing and managing backfill strategies to support safe mining and tailings management. Designing fill plans based on mining cycles, along with reticulation and wall plans to ensure safe and efficient pours. Collaborating with plant operators to ensure high-quality material production and accurate data reporting. Conducting inspections and overseeing the placement of paste, CHF, and rockfill. Maintaining QA/QC programs and ensuring compliance with Fill Management Plans and risk assessments. Driving continuous improvement and contributing to budget and schedule planning.

Requirements

  • A tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of backfilling, CHF pastefill, or rockfill operations.
  • Proficiency in mining software packages.
  • A current C-class manual driver's licence.