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Senior Planning EngineerGo Engineering · Western Australia, Australia
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Senior Planning Engineer

🗓️ Posted 2026-09-03 Western Australia, Australia Full-time Hybrid Mining Resources Energy
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market A$10,833–A$15,000/mo

About the Company

At Go Engineering, we don't just deliver mining engineering services - we set the benchmark for how it should be done. At the core of our business is a simple standard: Built on Quality First, Professional Growth, Respect, Integrity, and Ownership , these values drive how we work, whom we hire, and the results we deliver on-site. Based in Western Australia, Go Engineering operates across two complementary streams - a Perth-based consulting team delivering study and technical support, and a Contracting Division providing high-quality, site-based engineering support to mining operations across the resources sector. Our Contracting Division focuses on placing experienced engineers directly into client operations, supporting mine planning, production engineering, mine start-ups, technical services, statutory coverage, and operational improvement initiatives across a range of mining environments.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Planning Engineer to join our Contracting Division in a full-time, permanent position. As a Senior Planning Engineer (FIFO / site-based), you will be deployed directly to operating mine sites across Western Australia, providing hands-on mine planning and technical services support to client operations. You will play a key role in: This is a high-impact operational role suited to engineers who thrive in site environments and can deliver value from day one.

Responsibilities

  • ● Developing short-, medium-, and long-term mine plans
  • ● Optimising production outcomes
  • ● Supporting operational decision-making
  • ● Improving planning systems and processes
  • ● Providing trusted technical advice to site leadership
  • ● Delivering practical engineering solutions that create measurable value
  • ● Deliver senior-level mine planning support within operating mine sites.
  • ● Develop and maintain short-, medium-, and long-term mine plans.
  • ● Create practical mine designs, development plans, schedules, and production forecasts.
  • ● Produce and maintain mine planning deliverables using Deswik, EPS, or similar software.
  • ● Work closely with operational and technical teams to optimise mine performance.
  • ● Assist with drill and blast, ventilation, and infrastructure planning activities.
  • ● Review and improve planning systems, workflows, and reporting processes.
  • ● Support budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and operational planning cycles.
  • ● Provide technical advice and recommendations to site leadership teams.
  • ● Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity, and operational performance.
  • ● At Go Engineering, our values define how we perform on every site:
  • ● Quality in every decision.
  • ● Professional growth in every person.
  • ● Respect in every room.
  • ● Integrity in every recommendation.
  • ● Ownership in every outcome.
  • ● These values are not just words - they guide every placement, every decision, and every outcome.
  • ● Degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
  • ● Minimum 5+ years' experience in mine planning roles.
  • ● Strong background in mine planning and technical services.
  • ● Experience using planning software such as Deswik, EPS, or equivalent.
  • ● Strong understanding of mining methods, scheduling principles, and operational constraints.
  • ● Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across operational and technical teams.
  • ● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • ● Demonstrated commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
  • ● Manual (C-Class) Driver's Licence and full Australian working rights.
  • ● Ability to work autonomously within dynamic site environments.

Benefits

  • ● Permanent full-time roles with consistent FIFO and site-based deployment opportunities.
  • ● Competitive salary
  • ● Superannuation
  • ● Site uplift opportunities
  • ● Annual performance bonus
  • ● Exposure to multiple operations, commodities, planning challenges, and site environments across Western Australia.
  • ● Expand your capability across technical services, planning, operations, studies, leadership, and senior engineering pathways.
  • ● Continued investment in training, mentoring, and career growth aligned with our commitment to Professional Growth.
  • ● Taxi/Uber reimbursement for airport travel
  • ● Ongoing technical mentoring and support
  • ● Access to experienced senior engineering professionals
  • ● A team culture built on quality, integrity, and accountability
  • ● We believe great engineers should be recognised, supported, and challenged.
  • ● At Go Engineering, you'll join a team that values technical excellence, professional growth, and doing the job properly. Whether you're supporting an established operation or helping solve emerging site challenges, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while continuing to develop your career.
  • ● Go Engineering LinkedIn
  • ● If you're looking for a Senior Planning Engineer role, a FIFO mine planning position, or an opportunity to work across high-performing mining operations in Western Australia, we'd love to hear from you.
  • ● To learn more, visit:
  • ● Go Engineering Website