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 so if you're looking for a job in mining chances are we can help!

Jobs in the field of Mining 

Senior Project Engineer - Rail Decarbonisation

Location: Perth CBD

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 3 years

Role: Lead Projects: Manage all phases, ensuring alignment with sustainability, budget, and timeline goals. Drive Decarbonisation: Implement carbon reduction strategies across mining and rail. Engage Stakeholders: Collaborate with teams, clients, and regulators to meet sustainability targets. Manage Risks: Identify and mitigate environmental, budget, and technical risks. Lead Teams: Guide cross-functional teams to meet project milestones. Control Budgets & Schedules: Oversee resources and ensure timely delivery. Report on Sustainability: Provide updates on progress, carbon metrics, and impacts. Ensure Compliance: Maintain adherence to decarbonisation regulations. Promote Innovation: Integrate cutting-edge technologies and practices. Drive Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance future project efficiency.

Commercial Property Advisor

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Purchase

Experience: 3 years

As the Commercial Property Advisor, you will be responsible for interpreting business needs, delivering strategy, and managing contracts that align with objectives. You will have a strong expertise in customer-supplier relationships and strategic procurement in enterprises. You will also be expected to maintain a deep understanding of the mining industry and its unique challenges. Key responsibilities include: Managing the commercial property portfolio for a tier one mining business Ensuring safety and optimizing asset and contractor performance Executing workplace projects, handling transactions, and designing modern work environments Interpreting business needs and delivering strategy Managing contracts that align with objectives Maintaining a deep understanding of the mining industry and its unique challenges Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and customers

Principle Design Engineer - Sustainable Rail Infrastructure

Location: Perth CBD

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 3 years

Role: Lead design of sustainable mining solutions focused on rail decarbonisation. Contribute to carbon reduction strategies and evaluate alternative technologies. Collaborate with teams to integrate decarbonisation into mining and rail systems. Stay updated on sustainable tech, carbon capture, and rail decarbonisation trends. Oversee project delivery, ensuring sustainability, timelines, and budgets. Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and industry standards. Conduct impact studies on energy use, carbon footprint, and feasibility. Engage with clients, government, and stakeholders to drive sustainability goals.

Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Research & Development

Experience: 3 years

Duties will include: The Geotechnical Engineer will be responsible for managing geotechnical hazards through compliance with the SDMP. The successful candidate will gather geotechnical data by wall mapping and design slope monitoring systems to ensure safe and efficient mining operations. This role requires open pit geotechnical experience and proficiency in using Vulcan mining software, design package software, RocScience, Radars, and Trimble 4D.

Principal E&I Engineer - Renewable Energy

Location: Perth CBD

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 5 years

Role: Lead electrical and instrumentation system designs for mining infrastructure and rail electrification projects. Drive decarbonisation strategies and integrate sustainable energy solutions. Manage project delivery from design to commissioning, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and quality results. Integrate sustainable practices into electrical designs, including renewable energy sources, energy storage systems, and smart grid solutions that support decarbonisation goals in mining and rail infrastructure. Lead a team of engineers, ensuring high technical standards and safety. Collaborate with stakeholders to meet project goals, regulatory requirements, and sustainability objectives.

Electrical Designer - Perth CBD Based

Location: Perth CBD

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 3 years

Responsibilites: Design and develop electrical systems for mining operations, including HV, LV, and protection systems for substations. Produce detailed drawings, such as single-line diagrams, schematics, termination plans, and general arrangement layouts. Perform 3D modelling of substations and switchrooms to ensure accurate design representation.Develop cable routing and layout designs to optimise installation efficiency. Collaborate with engineers and project teams to ensure designs meet technical requirements and safety standards. Review and ensure compliance with local and international electrical design standards. Support the preparation of project documentation and contribute to project planning and scheduling. Provide technical expertise and support throughout the construction and commissioning phases. Maintain effective communication with stakeholders to ensure design consistency and project success.

Heavy Diesel Mechanic/Fitter

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Transport & Logistics

Experience: 2 years

As an HD Mechanic for the Mobile Maintenance department, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of heavy mobile equipment in the Pilbara. This exciting opportunity allows you to contribute to the maintenance and repair of a diverse fleet of mobile equipment, including Trucks and Autonomous mining equipment, while collaborating with a dedicated team. This position demands a high level of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety. Experience working in a fast-paced environment is essential, along with excellent communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration within the team. Duties: Maintain large-scale Mobile Mining Equipment, with a preference for CAT 793 experience AND OR Liebherr experience Perform diagnostics and fault-finding to ensure optimal performance and reliability of equipment Execute workshop and pit duties as required, contributing to overall operational efficiency Collaborate effectively with all mobile maintenance teams to achieve 100% schedule compliance and seamless operation of mining activities Adhere to all Fortescue and site operational procedures and policies Conduct inspections and repairs on electrical systems while following established procedures and safety protocols to ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards Coordinate and communicate effectively with the team to integrate mechanical maintenance and repairs into overall operations

Civil Designer - 6 Month Contract

Location: Perth CBD

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 4 years

Responsibities: Design and develop civil infrastructure solutions, including roads, earthworks, and drainage systems for mining operations. Collaborate with engineers, geologists, and project managers to integrate design requirements into cohesive, high-quality plans. Ensure designs meet local and international standards, focusing on safety, compliance, and efficiency. Manage GIS and data to support the creation of accurate design models and construction drawings. Participate in project planning, scheduling, and budgeting to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery. Provide technical expertise and guidance during the construction phase, ensuring design implementation is accurate. Review and optimise designs for sustainability, cost-efficiency, and long-term performance. Liaise with stakeholders and contribute to project meetings, presenting design options and progress updates.

Project Advisor - HME

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Controlling

Experience: 3 years

As a Construction Project Advisor - HME, you will be responsible for overseeing project documentation, investigating incidents, conducting quality leadership interactions in the field, and assisting project leads in controlling costs and executing site works efficiently. You will also establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, coordinate HME build pad locations, and work collaboratively with project leads throughout the project lifecycle.

Geoscientist

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Research & Development

Experience: 4 years

We are seeking an experienced Geoscientist to join a high-performing team in Mine Geology. This is a FIFO role based out Pilbara with an 8/6 roster. You will leverage your technical expertise in mine geology to execute standard duties independently with minimal supervision, contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of mining activities. Key Responsibilities: Work safely and in accordance with client procedures and guidelines Oversee the collection of grade/quality control samples and geological mapping Organise and compile data into geological information management systems Prepare grade control and geology reports for distribution to production and technical teams Support the planning and execution of resource infill and grade/quality control drilling programs Assist in compiling and analyzing data for mine reconciliation reports Provide first-line supervision for mine personnel and support geological sampling and drilling activities Maintain compliance with client standards for resources, reserves, and reconciliation

Trainer Assessor

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Transport & Logistics

Experience: 3 years

As a Trainer Assessor, you will be responsible for conducting face to face training and verification of competency activities within the resources, construction or energy sector. You will ensure that all training and assessment is conducted in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. You will also be required to maintain accurate records and provide regular reports on training and assessment outcomes.

Cost Analyst

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Quality Management

Experience: 3 years

Key Responsibilities: As a Cost Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting the development of regular cost and change management reports, and will work closely with project managers to ensure that projects are delivered within budget. You will also be responsible for providing expert advice on cost management, and will be expected to develop strong relationships with key stakeholders.

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.

Labor shortage and transferable skills 

Mining uses specialized expertise and there is an acknowledged labor 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