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

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 2 years

In these roles, you'll lead planning, designing, and optimizing operations for both open-pit and underground sites, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective resource extraction while maintaining top safety and environmental standards. Mine Planning & Design: Develop and implement mine plans for open-pit and underground operations. Optimization: Maximize resource extraction and minimize operational costs. Production Management: Oversee mining activities to meet targets within budget and on time. Collaboration: Work alongside geologists, safety officers, and equipment teams to ensure smooth operations. Safety & Compliance: Uphold the highest safety standards and environmental regulations. Innovation: Continuously improve processes and implement new technologies to boost efficiency.

Environmental Compliance Advisor

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Research & Development

Experience: 5 years

With a hybrid working arrangement of approximately 70% site-based and 30% Perth-based, this position offers a dynamic and hands-on opportunity to make a significant impact in environmental compliance within the mining sector. Validate the compliance register, ensuring all obligations are correctly captured and risk-ranked Assign and communicate compliance obligations to appropriate personnel, ensuring clear accountability. Conduct audits and verification processes to assess compliance with environmental regulations. Develop evidence capture processes for obligation compliance to facilitate seamless statutory reporting. Establish implementation plans and timelines to ensure obligations are met within required deadlines. Communicate compliance status and programs internally, identifying potential exposures and outlining action plans to mitigate risks.

Safety Advisor

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HSEQ

Experience: 2 years

As a Safety Advisor, you will be at the forefront of safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with legislation and fostering a proactive, high-performance safety culture. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include but not limited to: Safety Leadership & Compliance - Provide expert safety advice to the workforce, ensuring all activities align with the Coal Mining Safety and Health Act, Regulations, and site policies. Risk Management - Conduct detailed risk assessments, safety audits, and hazard identification to prevent incidents before they happen. Incident Investigation & Reporting - Lead investigations into safety incidents, identify root causes, and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Training & Coaching - Deliver safety training, toolbox talks, and mentoring to employees and supervisors to enhance safety awareness. Emergency Preparedness - Ensure the site is well-prepared for emergency situations, conducting drills and response training as needed. Stakeholder Engagement - Work closely with supervisors, management, and frontline workers to reinforce a safety-first mindset and ensure policies are effectively implemented.

Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 3 years

As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will be responsible for providing geotechnical support and expertise to the mining operations in PNG. Your role will involve conducting geotechnical assessments, monitoring ground conditions, and providing recommendations to ensure the safety and stability of the mine infrastructure. You will work closely with the project team to implement geotechnical solutions and contribute to the overall success of the mining project.

Technical Business Analyst

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: IT & Shared Services

Experience: 3 years

We have an opportunity for a Technical Business Analyst on a contract basis. As the BA, you will support the design and delivery of solutions tailored to the mining industry, with a focus on contractor management, legislative compliance, health and safety regulations, and technical system integrations. The role requires close collaboration with stakeholders to gather business and technical requirements, design system integrations, ensure seamless data flow across platforms such as SAP S/4 HANA and SuccessFactors, and provide technical documentation. The successful candidate will have experience in mining or similar industries, ideally with a background in contractor management, system technical solution requirements, and enterprise integration using MuleSoft or something similar.

Principal Category Manager

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Communications & Distribution

Experience: 2 years

As the Principal Category Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that deliver commercial value, supplier innovation, and operational efficiency. You will collaborate with key stakeholders across the business to manage critical supplier relationships, drive cost savings, and ensure best-in-class procurement outcomes. ✅ Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives ✅ Lead high-value contract negotiations and supplier engagements ✅ Identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring supply security and quality ✅ Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers ✅ Monitor market trends and industry developments to optimize procurement approaches ✅ Drive continuous improvement and innovation within the supply chain

Mobile plant operators - Production

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 2 years

We are looking for skilled operators with experience in production mining for an 8/8 Roster based out of Darwin. Applicants will hold one of the three tickets and experience for the below roles: Production Dozer Operations (minimum 3-5 years experience). Production Loader Operations (minimum 3-5 years experience). Rigid Dump Truck Operations (minimum 1-5 years experience, depending on role). Successful candidates will be required to operate Rigid Dump Trucks initially or as requested by the Shift Supervisor.

Experienced Process Operators

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 3 years

As a Process Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment within a mining environment, ensuring production targets are met while maintaining high safety and performance standards. Using your mining process expertise, you will monitor plant operations, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with team members to drive operational success. You will work closely with stakeholders to build strong relationships and ensure the successful delivery of key responsibilities, including Operating processing equipment by monitoring and operating crushers, conveyors, mills, screens, pumps, and other plant equipment Control room monitoring using control systems such as SCADA to manage processing variables like flow rates, pressures, and temperatures Conducting quality control by sampling and testing ore, slurries, and processed materials to ensure compliance with production specifications Performing plant inspections and maintenance support by carrying out routine inspections, reporting defects, and assisting with minor maintenance or shutdown activities Ensuring safety and compliance by adhering to site safety protocols, conducting risk assessments, and following environmental and regulatory standards Troubleshooting and optimising operations by identifying and resolving process inefficiencies, equipment issues, and production bottlenecks Maintaining housekeeping and general duties by keeping a clean and safe work area, ensuring spillage control, and properly disposing of waste

Compliance & Safety Specialist

Location: Sunshine Coast

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HSEQ

Experience: 0 years

Ensure compliance with Queensland TMR regulations, WHS laws, and national safety standards. Manage and maintain safety documentation, including audits, risk assessments, and incident reports. Oversee safety management systems (SMS), ensuring records and data are accurate and up to date. Work closely with internal teams across mining and construction projects to uphold safety compliance. Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures aligned with industry best practices. Utilize compliance software, reporting tools, and data analytics to monitor and enhance safety performance. Assist in preparing for internal and external audits, ensuring full adherence to safety regulations. Stay informed on regulatory changes and train teams on updated safety requirements.

Environmental Coordinator

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HSEQ

Experience: 2 years

Key Responsibilities Plan and monitor progressive rehabilitation efforts. Implement erosion and sediment control measures. Provide land disturbance advice and manage permitting. Conduct assessments for closure planning and approvals. Develop and execute environmental management plans. Oversee contractors on environmental projects. Support environmental reporting and compliance. Engage with the workforce to promote environmental awareness. Mentor and develop junior environmental team members.

Boilermaker

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 4 years

As a MEM Boilermakers in the Mobile Maintenance Department you will be focusing on fabrication and repairs for CAT and Liebherr equipment. This role involves performing bucket repairs and other maintenance tasks on various models, ensuring equipment operates efficiently and safely. Conduct fabrication, welding, and repairs on CAT and Liebherr mobile equipment, including bucket repairs and structural reinforcements Assess equipment wear and perform diagnostics to determine necessary repairs Weld and fabricate structural components to meet OEM and site standards Use workshop machinery, such as plasma cutters, grinders, and hydraulic presses, while prioritising safety Collaborate with other departments to minimise equipment downtime and maximize productivity Follow strict health, safety, and environmental policies to maintain a safe working environment

Project Engineers - Multiple roles in Regional NSW

Location: Sydney

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 2 years

Manage end-to-end project delivery, ensuring adherence to design specifications, budget constraints, and timelines. Conduct cost reconciliations, identify risks and opportunities, and manage project budgets for Life of Mine and 5-Year Plans. Perform site assessments (surface and underground) to determine feasibility and technical requirements. Collaborate with contractors, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure smooth execution. Use project management software and CAD tools to support engineering decisions and project tracking.

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