Introduction

Join a leading mining owner-operator and play a key role in delivering major studies and projects across a diverse portfolio of operational assets. Working within a client-side engineering team, you'll support the design, development and execution of mechanical solutions across materials handling, process plant and infrastructure projects, gaining exposure to the full project lifecycle from concept and feasibility through to delivery.

What are you going to do 

  • Support the delivery of major mining studies and projects across a portfolio of operating assets.
  • Contribute to project phases including scoping studies, prefeasibility, feasibility and execution.
  • Develop and review mechanical engineering designs in accordance with relevant codes, standards and project requirements.
  • Prepare mechanical calculations, equipment selections, datasheets and technical documentation.
  • Support the development of equipment lists, piping schedules, utility consumption lists, lubrication schedules and bills of materials.
  • Review engineering deliverables including layouts, general arrangements, design drawings and 3D models.
  • Assist with the specification, procurement and delivery of mechanical equipment packages.
  • Prepare technical requisitions and contribute to vendor evaluations and equipment selection activities.
  • Review vendor documentation and provide technical support throughout the procurement process.
  • Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, safety reviews, cost estimates and schedule reviews.
  • Support multidisciplinary project teams to deliver fit-for-purpose engineering solutions.
  • Provide technical input during construction, commissioning and project handover activities where required.
  • Build strong relationships with operational, maintenance, projects and engineering stakeholders.
  • Support brownfield and sustaining capital projects aimed at improving safety, performance and reliability.
  • Ensure engineering deliverables are completed in line with company standards, governance requirements and industry best practice.

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 2-5 years' experience within mining, resources or heavy industry.
  • Experience supporting studies, sustaining capital projects and project delivery.
  • Exposure to materials handling systems, conveyors and transfer chutes highly regarded.
  • Knowledge of process plant, pumping and piping systems desirable.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and engineering standards.
  • Experience working within an owner-operator, EPCM or consulting environment.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to engage with multidisciplinary stakeholders.
  • Proactive, collaborative and motivated to develop within a leading mining organisation

What we offer 

  • Client side role
  • Work in owners team on major mining studies
  • Salary Sacrifcing

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact r.clifton-james@brunel.net

Closing: 25 October 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!