Ventilation Engineer
Core
Design, analysis, optimisation, and management of mine ventilation systems for underground mining projects to ensure safe air quality and regulatory compliance.
Role type
Ventilation Engineer (Underground Mining)
Builds
Ventilation system designs and operational support for greenfield and brownfield mining facilities
Domain
Mining and Metals
Required skills
Mine ventilation principles, ventilation system design, airflow analysis, regulatory compliance knowledge, technical reporting, multidisciplinary collaboration
Preferred skills
Mining engineering degree, underground mining methods knowledge, mine cooling/refrigeration systems experience, Ventsim or mine planning software proficiency
Technologies
Ventsim, mine planning tools, mine design tools
Responsibilities
Support ventilation studies, assessments, and engineering calculations; Review airflow, pressure, gas, and environmental monitoring data; Contribute to ventilation system design and optimisation initiatives; Prepare technical reports and engineering documentation; Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on mine planning and operations
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC