Senior Ventilation Engineer
Date: 14 Feb 2026
Location: Kathleen, Western Australia, Australia
Company: Liontown Resources Limited
Who are we?
Liontown is an ASX listed responsible battery minerals provider. With our tier-one credentials, world-class assets and strategic partners, our mission is to power a sustainable future by ensuring a reliable supply of essential minerals. Our Kathleen Valley Lithium Project in Western Australia is a Tier 1 battery metals asset with excellent grade and scale. It is one of the largest and highest-grade hard rock lithium deposits in the world and is at the forefront of our vision to support the world’s transition to a low-carbon future.
About the role
This is a full-time, permanent role, based on site at Kathleen Valley, flying from Perth on an 8:6 roster. Reporting to the Mine Planning Superintendent, the Senior Ventilation Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, monitoring, and continual improvement of the mine’s ventilation systems. This role ensures that all aspects of ventilation meet regulatory, safety, and operational requirements while supporting future mine development and expansion. The position works closely with mine planning, geotechnical, health and safety, and operational teams to deliver effective and sustainable ventilation solutions across the site.
The Senior Ventilation Engineer will also hold the statutory appointment as Underground Ventilation Officer under Schedule 26 of the Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022. This is an exciting opportunity to join our high performing Mine Operations team, as we continue through full production ramp-up. We have a world class underground operation with a 23 year mine life mining at 4MTpa.
About you
- Bachelors or Masters Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent.
- WHS Risk Management units required for Schedule 26 appointment.
- Proven relevant operational experience at a senior level.
- Proven experience in a relevant underground operational role, minimum 6 months experience as an underground ventilation engineer.
- Experience using Deswik mine design packages or equivalent.
- Competent in Ventsim software.
- Knowledge of mining practices, safety regulations, and environmental standards in Australia.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Proficiency in using mining software and other relevant tools for production planning and analysis.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
- Have obtained a National Police Clearance within the last 6 months or have the ability to obtain one.
- Able to pass a Pre-Employment medical and Drug and Alcohol screen.
Why Liontown
By joining our team, you will be supporting the world’s transition to a more sustainable future. We aim to be leaders for sustainability, social responsibility and governance practices and are developing a mine site for the future, powered by renewable energy and featuring unique and innovative mining and processing designs. We are growing and this is your opportunity to grow with us too.
For more information on Liontown, please visit liowntown.com.