International job opportunities 

Brunel does international recruitment on behalf of many of the mining industries leading companies. We have experienced recruiters in Australia, USA, India and Canada. If you're looking for a job in mining, we can help!

Jobs in the field of Mining 

Mining Engineer - Underground Coal

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 2 years

In this role, you'll play a key part in driving technical excellence at a well-supported underground coal operation. You'll lead the planning, design, and optimisation of mining activities with a focus on longwall operations, while exposure to board and pillar methods will be highly regarded. You'll work closely with production and technical teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant resource extraction. Mine Planning & Design: Develop and implement mine plans with a primary focus on longwall operations; contribute to board & pillar planning where required. Production Optimization: Support efficient coal recovery, monitor performance, and identify cost-saving and productivity improvements. Engineering Support: Deliver input into infrastructure, ventilation, and development sequences to maintain safe and productive operations. Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with geotechnical, ventilation, safety, and scheduling teams to deliver integrated mine plans. Safety & Compliance: Ensure all work meets QLD coal mining regulations and the highest safety standards. Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Drive technical improvements and contribute to better planning processes through technology and innovation.

Document Controller

Location: Perth CBD

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 5 years

Our leading mining client is seeking experienced and detail-oriented Document Controllers to join their team in Pinjarra. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic mining environment, ensuring critical documentation is accurately managed and maintained to support project and operational success. Key Responsibilities: Manage, control, and maintain all project and operational documentation in line with company and regulatory standards Coordinate document workflows and ensure timely distribution to relevant stakeholders Maintain version control and ensure document accuracy and completeness Support the project teams with document retrieval and audit preparations Utilize document management systems effectively (e.g., SharePoint, Aconex, or equivalent) Assist with compliance checks and archiving of documents Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other departments to facilitate smooth documentation processes

Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 0 years

As a key member of the Technical Services team, you'll be instrumental in supporting safe and efficient mining through smart, practical geotechnical solutions. This is a high-performing team with strong experience across large-scale underground operations. You'll work closely with both operational and technical leaders across the mine to identify risk, implement monitoring strategies, and drive site performance through quality geotech practices. Duties include but not limited to: Managing geotechnical risks in line with relevant QLD legislation (MQSHA & regs) Conducting field investigations, mapping, and sampling to assess conditions Designing and implementing geotechnical monitoring systems Advising on geotech aspects of mine design and project work Collaborating closely with mining, geology, and operational teams Producing reports, presenting findings, and recommending practical solutions

Project Engineer - NPI

Location: Melville

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Controlling

Experience: 4 years

As Project Engineer, you will work closely with internal stakeholders and external contractors to support the delivery of various NPI projects across Western Australia. With a focus on execution planning, design coordination, and cost/schedule development, you will help shape the next phase of facility improvements that directly impact site conditions and workforce wellbeing. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with a background in infrastructure, building fit-outs, or architectural upgrades within the mining or heavy industry sectors. Collaborate with design consultants to ensure alignment with engineering standards and operational requirements Develop project scopes, schedules, and cost estimates for upcoming works Support contractor coordination for audits, assessments, and on-site activities Contribute to procurement and construction planning during FEL2 Maintain accurate documentation, monitor project risks, and assist in internal approvals

Mine Controller

Location: Perth CBD

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Controlling

Experience: 2 years

Based on site and reporting to the Operations Superintendent, the Controller/Builder will form part of a specialist team delivering the RSATe Programme. In this role, you'll act as an Autonomous Fleet Controller, using Wenco FMS and Scania Autonomous technologies to execute material movements aligned with the daily Mine Plan. You'll play a dual role: Controller (FMS focus): Operating the Fleet Management System and ensuring efficient equipment dispatch. Builder (Autonomous Map focus): Working alongside development teams to integrate and refine autonomous functions in the field. Duties will include: Operate and monitor the mine's fleet using Wenco FMS and other autonomy-enabling platforms. Collaborate closely with system developers to align project needs with live operations. Monitor machine health and coordinate with maintenance for timely servicing. Ensure accurate data entry and real-time communication of production and system status. Support and drive projects aimed at automation, process improvement, and operational efficiency. Manage mining control-related projects and contribute to operational contingency planning. Act as a central communication hub between equipment, personnel, and planning teams. Identify and action productivity and efficiency improvements in line with operational goals

Project Engineer

Location: Melville

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Controlling

Experience: 4 years

As the project enters its Basic Engineering and Option Analysis phase (FEL 2) in mid-2025, you'll play a pivotal role in design coordination, project planning, and stakeholder alignment - all within a high-performing, collaborative project team. Support FEL 2 activities, including basic engineering and option analysis Coordinate infrastructure design inputs across multidisciplinary teams Assist in developing and managing project scopes and schedules Ensure alignment with engineering standards and project governance frameworks Facilitate effective communication and coordination among project stakeholders

Mechanical Designer - 3 Month Contract

Location: Perth CBD

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 5 years

We're partnering with a Tier 1 mining client to deliver cutting-edge fast-charging infrastructure for heavy mobile equipment. This is a unique opportunity for a talented Mechanical Designer to work on a high-impact, future-focused project. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to create robust, efficient, and innovative mechanical systems using Siemens NX. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and integration of mechanical components and systems into a large-scale, high-voltage mobile charging facility. Your work will play a critical part in the energy transition within mining, supporting electrification and decarbonization efforts. 3D Mechanical Design: Create detailed 3D models of mechanical systems for electric charging units, including structural, enclosures, mounting, and cooling components. System Integration: Work closely with electrical, software, and systems engineers to ensure seamless mechanical integration across all components. Design Interpretation: Translate electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system layouts into mechanical form using Siemens NX (preferred), SolidWorks, or AutoCAD. Detailed Drafting: Produce high-quality 2D drawings for manufacturing and assembly, ensuring alignment with design standards and tolerances. Large Assembly Management: Manage and maintain CAD assemblies with 5,000+ components, ensuring clean structure and accurate data within product data management systems. Design for Manufacture & Assembly (DFM/DFA): Optimise designs to support efficient manufacturing and installation processes. Documentation: Maintain clear and accurate design documentation, including revision tracking, BOMs, and technical notes. Problem Solving: Support prototyping and production stages by identifying and resolving mechanical design issues quickly and effectively. Team Collaboration: Contribute to an inclusive, multi-disciplinary team by sharing expertise and supporting common project goals.

Fitter

Location: South Guildford

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 2 years

As a Fitter, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance, servicing, and repair of surface and underground equipment across mining operations. Drawing on your mechanical expertise, you will support equipment reliability and availability while ensuring all work is performed in line with high safety, quality, and cost standards. You will collaborate with workshop and site teams to deliver key responsibilities, including: Perform maintenance, servicing, and fault-finding on surface and underground equipment Conduct statutory servicing and testing with complete documentation Work across surface, underground, and Perth workshops Ensure high standards of repair quality and cost control Manage daily and weekly maintenance reporting and payroll submission Assist with ordering and maintaining workshop stock and spare parts Train and develop Level 1 and Level 2 Fitters - Drill in technical skills and knowledge Ensure all tasks are conducted in compliance with EHS regulations Proactively identify and report safety hazards

Project Scheduler - 6 Month Contract

Location: Perth CBD

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 5 years

We are currently seeking a highly experienced Project Scheduler to manage and maintain detailed project schedules across a dynamic portfolio of works. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in project planning and execution, ensuring alignment with governance standards and project delivery timelines. About the Role: As a Project Scheduler, you will be responsible for the end-to-end scheduling of capital projects, ensuring timely updates, integration of changes, and coordination with multiple project teams. You will work closely with Project Managers and stakeholders across Engineering, Procurement, Planning, and Shutdowns to drive efficiency and maintain schedule integrity throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Develop, maintain, and update Level 4 schedules for multiple capital projects using Primavera P6. Monitor project progress, identify delays or risks, and propose mitigation strategies. Incorporate scope changes, resourcing updates, and interface activities while maintaining adherence to governance and reporting frameworks. Coordinate across departments including Engineering, Procurement, Planning, and Shutdowns to ensure alignment on deliverables and timelines. Generate reports and dashboards using Power BI for clear visibility of project performance. Use SAP and Excel to support planning, data analysis, and reporting tasks as required. Maintain detailed and transparent records of changes, assumptions, and forecasting methodologies.

Civil Construction Supervisor

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 5 years

We are seeking a Civil Construction Supervisor to oversee multiple contracting teams across key construction projects. Reporting to the Project Superintendent, you'll ensure safe, efficient project delivery to a high standard that meets end-user expectations. You'll be a pivotal site leader, providing technical oversight, ensuring compliance with safety and quality frameworks, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. Duties: Oversee and coordinate multiple contracting companies and civil construction projects on-site Review and approve Contractor Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and associated documentation Conduct punch list walk-downs to ensure project completion standards are met Interpret and review project drawings to guide accurate execution of civil works Liaise with Superintendents, site teams, contractors, and stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and project delivery Manage simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) and coordinate handovers between multiple contracting teams Lead by example in the field, promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement Ensure compliance with Business Management System (BMS) obligations and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies Participate in training initiatives and promote safety awareness among team members Promptly identify and manage workplace incidents, ensuring appropriate reporting and corrective actions Uphold the company's Code of Conduct and Values, fostering an empowered and collaborative work environment Support the professional development of team members through structured plans, coaching, and mentoring

Construction Manager - Tailings

Location: Waroona

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 5 years

You'll be responsible for managing all daily construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, cost, and schedule targets are achieved. You'll coordinate contractors and oversee the project through to successful handover to operations. Key Responsibilities: Lead the on-site construction team and subcontractors Ensure project delivery meets HSE, quality, and contractual standards Drive schedule and budget performance Approve contractor methodologies and manage daily site activities Enforce compliance with WHS legislation and company policies Identify and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle Ensure all work meets QA/QC standards and contract requirements Oversee final handover and ensure proper documentation is completed Lead and mentor site teams, fostering collaboration and accountability across all stakeholders

Civil Engineer

Location: Pinjarra

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Controlling

Experience: 2 years

Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you'll be accountable for the complete lifecycle management and coordination of assigned capital projects, with a strong emphasis on haul road development and crucial local authorisation projects across multiple mine sites. You will be instrumental in ensuring the efficient allocation of capital funding and the successful achievement of desired business outcomes through effective project delivery. Key responsibilities include: Lead funding request drafting and review for timely approvals, and provide input on budgets, pricing, procurement, and contractor strategies, and monitoring the metrics throughout the project phases. Collaborate with stakeholders on budgets and priorities, overseeing local authorisations and larger projects. Track project progress, provide regular updates and accurate forecasting through continuous communication with Asset Owners for monthly reporting. Ensure adherence to project delivery and authorisation processes, maintaining audit compliance across sites and identifying process improvements. Hands-on management of the haul road program, including contractor management, site inspections, works forecasting, and progress claim approvals.

Types of jobs in mining 

The Mining sector provides jobs in many technical areas, from design, engineering, maintenance, finance and management. Positions for Project Engineers or Project Managers, chemists, petrologists, geochemists, surveyors, and a variety of mining technicians are readily available for those with an Engineering or Scientific education. Mining workers also gain roles through their high-tech experience and mechanical skills, finding positions such as mechanics, machinists, drafters, electricians, and instrumentation technicians.

Labour shortage and transferable skills 

Mining uses specialised expertise and there is an acknowledged labour shortage in key regions, encouraging the entry of technical professionals from other sectors. Professional Engineers and experienced Project Managers move easily between mining and other heavy industries. With major mining operations in Canada, America, Australia and opportunities opening up in South East Asia and India, experienced professionals may transfer from site to site, bringing highly valued skills to new regions.

 

Careers in mining are also open to people without advanced degrees. High school graduates with a technical or mechanical aptitude go on to become blasters, miners or construction equipment operators. Entry at these levels can lead to management positions because of the field experience required. Operation of a mining facility requires plenty of support from preparing mining facility sites, administrative workers, all the way to the drivers who fill transportation roles.

Mining jobs Australia 

Brunel regularly recruits and places permanent, contract and temporary workers for leading Australian open cut and underground mining operations, in locations including Kalgoorlie, Pilbara, Goldfields, Bowen Basin, Mt Isa and the Hunter Region.

 

Roster and travel configurations vary between roles, but include Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO), Drive-In Drive-Out (DIDO) and Bus-In Bus-Out (BIBO), with camp accommodation and meals provided at some sites.

 

We recruit for planning, production and maintenance phase roles, from operators and skilled labour, trades, admin and technicians, through to specialist engineers, senior supervisors and project management roles. This includes:

 

  • Frequently occuring operator jobs
  • Haul Truck / Dump Truck Operator
  • Grader Operator
  • Scraper Operator
  • Excavator Operator / Digger Operator
  • Water Cart Operator
  • Compactor Operator
  • Mobile Plant Operator
  • Moxy Operator
  • Multiskill Operator
  • Bogger Operator
  • Nipper Operator
  • Jumbo Operator

 

Drilland blast jobs

  • Blast Hole Drillers
  • Long Hole Driller
  • Shot firers
  • Blast Crew
  • Driller’s Offsider / Driller’s Assistant

 

Trades

  • Auto electrician / HV Electrician
  • Boilermaker
  • HD Mechanic / Heavy Diesel Mechanic
  • Fitter
  • Drill fitter
  • Serviceman
  • Rigger

 

Engineering, white collar and other professions

  • Mechanical Engineer
  • Chemical Engineer
  • Drill and Blast Engineer
  • Mine Production Engineer
  • Supervisor
  • Project Manager
  • E&I Technician / I&E Technician
  • Geologist
  • Metallurgical
  • Surveyor
  • Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
  • Business Analyst
  • Trainer Assessor