We Are Aeris

Our name ‘Aeris’ comes from the Latin word for copper, which is where our story began.  We are an ASX listed diversified mining and exploration company with copper and gold operations in Australia.  Our expanding portfolio, development projects, and exploration prospects make Aeris an exciting, growing company.

Our strategy is clear, and we are committed to growth. 

We are focused. We know where we are going, and we need you to help us get there.

We are ambitious. Through production, exploration, and acquisition.

We are one team.  We live our values and do what we say we are going to do.

We want you to be part of our success!

The Role

Reporting to the Mine Engineering Superintendent, the Mining Engineer will own production, drill and blast and short term scheduling. They will work diligently to keep operations provided with all the plans and direction needed to succeed and by identifying improvement opportunities to help us all be better. The mining engineer will complete all their duties in a safe and timely manner.

This is a rare opportunity to join a small, close-knit team, where you can work with autonomy whilst still having the support of experienced senior engineers. At Cracow your ideas, improvements and strategies are not only heard, but actually trialled and implemented!

Cracow gold mine is a challenging narrow vein gold mine currently mining a combination of new and remnant areas with multiple mining methods. Each design and plan is developed on its own merit, there is no cut and paste here, meaning this role is a real opportunity to work in a diverse environment where no two days are the same.

The work here is fast paced and varied - we work on mutual trust and respect to achieve exceptional results and take pride in doing so!

What You’ll Do

• Own the weekly planning processes to ensure Cracow mine achieves best possible production outcomes
• Develop and deliver high quality drill and blast plans for our long hole rigs
• Ensure that drill and blast procedures are adhered too
• Complete stope designs and reconciliations as required
• Conduct regular ventilation surveys and inspections
• Liaise closely with all operational and technical teams to ensure accurate, safe and effective plans are delivered and achieved
• Demonstrate proactive safety behaviour

About You

You are a keen Mining Engineer, who’s gained some post graduate technical and practical experience at an underground hard rock mine site, looking to step up and challenge yourself.

You’re collaborative, organised and conscientious. You should already have experience with Deswik and Ventsim software, but above all else you must want to learn and develop your career as a mining engineer.

Additionally, you will possess the following –

• Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering 
• 2 to 3+ years in mining operations, planning and/or production roles
• Planning and drill and blast experience in an underground hard rock metalliferous environment
• Experience using Deswik and Ventsim software
• Strong communication and organising skills
• The ability to working autonomously, whilst being a strong team player within the Technical Services department

The Operation

Cracow is an Underground Gold Operation located some 500km North-west of Brisbane. Employing 220 people.

Our family-friendly rosters offer a genuine work life balance with FIFO on chartered flights from both Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. Within 5 minutes’ drive of the operation, there is comfortable company provided accommodation and meals, small shop, and gym.

Our flat and open organisational structure offers our employees the opportunity to have a real and direct impact on performance and affect change daily.

Our People Rock

The true value in Aeris comes from two things: people and rocks. While our main business is copper, zinc and gold, we consider our people to be one of our most valuable resources.

Together we have created a workplace culture that is proactive, collaborative, results-based, and above all, respectful.  This is our people power and it creates a positive future for us, our stakeholders and our business.

Safety, health and wellness

We believe that a safe place of work is created and maintained by all team members. We aim to continually improve our safety performance and support the physical and psychological health of our people.

We prioritise the wellbeing of our people, as well as their health and safety and are proud to be a workplace of respect.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Aeris Resources is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workplace. As an employer we value having an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace and we aim to reflect the diversity of communities in which we live and work.

We look for many different skills and abilities, as well as how you can enhance Aeris and our culture. So, even if you don’t think you quite meet all of the skills listed or tick all the boxes, we’d still love to hear from you!

To find out more about Cracow & Aeris Resources visit www.aerisresources.com.au

Please note that as part of the recruitment process, you may be subject to a pre-employment medical and police check, in order to be considered for this role. Only applicants with valid Australian working rights will be considered.