Overview

A major player in the global mining industry needed a recruitment partner capable of navigating complex international projects. With large-scale operations spanning the United States, South America, Asia, and Australia, this mining leader required support beyond simple staffing. The challenge called for a mining recruitment agency with expertise in mobilization, immigration, and logistics to ensure the smooth movement of talent across all project phases and locations.

Challenge

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Operating long-term assets across remote and regulated regions, the client needed more than recruitment alone—they needed a trusted partner who could:

 

  • Comply with each country’s labor laws

  • Support rotating talent across multiple geographies

  • Provide detailed immigration support

  • Mobilize talent quickly, efficiently, and safely

     

Additionally, project teams had to shift from country to country based on project phase—requiring a consistent, flexible, and experienced recruitment agency with strong international operations.

Solutions

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Brunel acted as the mining recruitment agency of record across all project phases, handling:

 

  • Local and expat talent acquisition

  • International mobilization and repatriation

  • Immigration services and visa processing

  • Work permit coordination and compliance

  • Travel and housing logistics

  • Payroll management

     

When the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted international movement, Brunel adapted quickly, supporting remote work arrangements, returning talent to their home countries, and resuming mobilizations once borders reopened.

Results 

  • Supported mining projects in over 7 countries including the U.S., Canada, Indonesia, Australia, Japan, Thailand, and South America
  • Managed full onboarding lifecycle for hundreds of technical specialists
  • Enabled smooth transitions between project stages: Study → Pre-feasibility → Construction → Commissioning

  • Maintained project continuity during global disruptions

     

Roles Filled:

  • Project Engineers
  • Commissioning Managers
  • Construction Superintendents
  • Site HSE Advisors

  • Project Controls Specialists

     

Big Wins at a Glance:

  • 100s of hires across 7 countries
  • Full-service mobilization and compliance
  • Global reach with local expertise
  • Zero downtime during project transitions

Conclusion

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When it comes to large-scale mining projects, successful execution depends on having the right people in the right place—at the right time. Brunel delivers flexible, full-service mining recruitment solutions that scale across borders, timelines, and project demands.


Planning a mining project that spans multiple countries? Partner with Brunel. We offer clients expert recruitment - with global reach and local impact.