Principal Mining Engineer $196,328.00 per annum 11.5% superannuation Full time, ongoing opportunity Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung/Melbourne CBD or Wadawurrung/Geelong, or other location by negotiation, with regular work and travel requirements throughout Victoria (Hybrid working model) About the opportunity The Principal Mining Engineer manages, as part of a team, the application of the OHS (Mines) Regulations and Dangerous Goods legislation for the Earth Resources industries (mining, quarries and exploration) across Victoria and develops and implements strategies, including preventative auditing programs, to support and guide WorkSafe's Earth Resources inspectorate. The Principal Mining Engineer provides expert advice and guidance, manage a broad range of safety data, identify industry trends, develop focus areas of safety management and associated programs while drawing on specialist mining knowledge and industry experience. Mining operators, co-regulators and industry representative groups are to be continually engaged with to ensure specific legislative requirements for identifying Major Mining Hazards, assessing risk and implementing controls are achieved in accordance with industry best practice. Please ensure you review the Position Description here for additional information on accountabilities for this role. About you You have significant relevant experience and demonstrated ability to lead and influence others in implementing risk management in complex organisations with detailed knowledge and a high level of specific technical expertise relevant to the management earth resources hazards and risk, and the prevention of unwanted events (i.e. incidents). You will also possess: A minimum of 10 years operational experience within the Earth Resources industry. Comprehensive understanding of mining methods applicable to Victorian mines and their unique levels of inherent risk to human health and safety. Working independently as a technical specialist and constructively within a small of skilled professionals. Highly developed interpersonal, negotiation, presentation and communication skills. Excellent analytical and conceptual skills and proven problem solving skills. Highly developed computer skills. Report writing skills and communication to the highest standard. Capable of delivering within schedules and budgets. Involvement in the hazard identification and risk assessment processes within the Earth Resources industry. Qualifications Appropriate tertiary (i.e. bachelor’s degree) qualifications in mining engineering, civil engineering or related earth sciences. Workplace Health & Safety Management Systems Leading Auditing Qualifications. First Class Mine Managers Certificate of Competency (or equivalent). Post Graduate Risk and Critical Control Management Qualifications. Working with us At WorkSafe, our goal is for every employee to feel connected, safe, and valued within their team, for teams to feel appreciated in the workplace, and for WorkSafe to be respected in the community. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for delivering the best outcomes for the Victorian community. We strongly encourage applications from all individuals, including First Nations people, people with disabilities, those from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and individuals of all sexualities and genders. What’s next? Applications close 11:00pm on Tuesday 1st July 2025. Click the link to apply and join us in making a difference to Victorian lives. Only applications submitted via the WorkSafe Careers website will be considered. Preferred candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and/or other checks as required for the position as part of the recruitment process. Eligibility for ongoing employment with WorkSafe Victoria requires Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency. Due to the volume of applications received, individualised feedback will only be provided to candidates who progress to interview stage. For further enquiries please contact Rebecca McPherson on [email protected]