Senior Consultant (Mining)
- Experienced Open Pit or Underground Mining Engineer (prefer mix of both – not essential)
- Mix of technical / project management and client liaison
- Perth Based with travel flexible dependant on personal situation
Optiro
Optiro is a group of experienced mining professionals that have come together to provide an innovative and flexible mining consultancy providing specialist mining engineering, operational optimisation, geological and business consulting to a diverse range of resource companies of all sizes operating in Africa, Asia, Australia, South America and Europe.
Optiro has reached the stage where our future development requires other like-minded individuals to join the team.
The Role
The role is to undertake project management, financial analysis, mine design, planning and scheduling to meet our client’s needs on a wide range of open pit and underground projects. Additionally, you will be involved in the project management, mentoring of junior engineers and assisting our Principal Consultants with obtaining work and maintaining our existing client base. The position requires good communication and interaction within the Optiro team and with all external parties. The ability to present a professional work aptitude and a willingness to assist in all functions of the business is important.
The role will suit an engineer who has significant operational experience and confidence in their planning and analysis capabilities who is seeking a Perth Based role, wanting to further their career by becoming involved in projects ranging from conceptual studies through to detailed feasibility work and operational reviews. The role is Perth based with occasional domestic and international travel which can be flexible to accommodate personal circumstances.
Your Contribution
You will have a degree in mining engineering with 7 – 10 years experience and be proficient in at least one mine design and scheduling package, experience with Datamine / Mine 24D would be advantageous. You will need good analytical and proficient report writing skills and a willingness to lead and mentor junior engineers.
Our Contribution
Remuneration is industry based with the final value appropriate to your experience. Hours are generally regular office hours but may require some adjustment to meet the needs of specific projects. You will be supported by a peer group of seasoned industry professionals.
More Information
To find out more about this position please call Mark Warren on +61 8 9215 0000 or send your CV to careers@optiro.com
How to Apply
Optiro is successfully building a team of professionals who demonstrate a balance of technical, operational, communication and commercial skills to support the business requirements of our clients. We value your experience and your ability to find creative solutions to mining industry problems. You will have an appetite for the challenge and for the professional and financial rewards that we offer.
If you're interested in working with a leading edge team, please fill out the following application form or email you resume to careers@optiro.com. Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

