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 

Underground Mining Engineer

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 2 years

Brunel is recruiting for two key Mining Engineer opportunities: QLD: A well-supported underground coal operation (longwall and board & pillar) NSW: A high-performing underground copper and gold operation In both roles, you'll play a vital role in driving technical excellence across mine planning, design, and operational optimisation. You'll work closely with production and technical teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant resource recovery. Key Responsibilities: Mine Planning & Design: Develop and refine mine plans - focused on longwall or board & pillar in coal, and stoping or block caving methods for copper and gold. Production Optimisation: Monitor site performance, support efficient coal or ore recovery, and identify opportunities for productivity and cost improvements. Technical Support: Contribute to infrastructure design, development sequencing, and ventilation planning to maintain safe and effective operations. Collaboration: Work alongside geotechnical, ventilation, safety, and scheduling teams to deliver well-integrated mine plans. Safety & Compliance: Ensure all engineering activities meet QLD or NSW mining regulations and uphold the highest safety standards. Continuous Improvement: Drive innovation through new technologies, planning tools, and process enhancements.

Mining Engineer

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: HR & Recruiting

Experience: 2 years

In these roles, you'll lead planning, designing, and optimizing open-pit operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective resource extraction while maintaining top safety and environmental standards. Conducting short-term mine planning activities, including developing designs and schedules to meet contract objectives. Building strong relationships by collaborating with operations teams to execute effective plans, schedules, and designs. Delivering precise plans to operational teams and tracking their progress against project benchmarks. Providing strategic insight to optimise and monitor drill and blast processes.

Automotive Electricians - Mining Equipment Maintenance

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 4 years

As part of the Mobile Maintenance Team, your responsibilities will include: Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of low voltage electrical systems on HME fleet Fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs on electrical drive trucks and other mining equipment Conducting isolations and inspections, identifying defects, and raising quality notifications Completing quality handovers between shifts and maintaining accurate records in SAP Ensuring all work meets OEM standards and relevant statutory requirements Maintaining compliance with Rio Tinto safety, environmental, and electrical standards (e.g. DMIRS) Supporting operational activities and driving improvements in equipment reliability and availability Collaborating closely with maintenance, operations, and site stakeholders Proactively contributing to a positive and safe workplace culture and continuous improvement initiatives Using SAP to record maintenance history, progress tasks, and enter notifications Maintaining all required high-risk licences, inspections, and certifications as per site and legislative requirements

Heavy Duty Diesel Fitters - Mining Equipment Maintenance

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 4 years

As part of the Mobile Maintenance Team, your responsibilities will include: Performing scheduled maintenance, repairs and servicing of heavy mobile equipment including CAT 793F, 789C/D haul trucks, D10T/D11T dozers, 992K loaders, Komatsu 830E/930E trucks, and PC7000/PC4000 excavators Fault diagnosis and troubleshooting of mechanical systems Completing safety inspections, equipment pre-starts, and accurate recording of maintenance work using SAP Supporting shutdown maintenance works and ensuring equipment is returned to service safely and efficiently Contributing to a high-performing team environment with a focus on continuous improvement, safety, and collaboration Maintaining a strong commitment to zero harm and actively identifying and mitigating risks

Senior Civil Designer

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 4 years

As a Senior Civil Designer, you will be instrumental in delivering a wide range of civil infrastructure designs across mining and energy assets. This role offers exposure to every stage of project development - from scoping and prefeasibility through to detailed design and execution. You will report directly to the Manager of Infrastructure Design and may have the opportunity to lead design packages under the guidance of a Project Lead. Key Responsibilities Produce civil designs including earthworks, drainage, roads, and non-process infrastructure across various mining and energy projects. Create 3D civil models and detailed drawings using 12d and MicroStation, incorporating design standards (Australian and international as appropriate). Develop geospatial data and maps to support design and approvals. Liaise with engineers to integrate technical requirements into coherent, review-ready design models. Conduct data management and GIS analysis using tools such as Global Mapper and ArcGIS. Prepare and present design concepts in project meetings and design reviews. Ensure all deliverables meet safety, quality, and scheduling targets. Champion best practices in BIM and 3D environments, including customisation and automation within design platforms where possible.

Production Operator

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 4 years

As part of the Production Operator Team, your responsibilities will include: Operate a range of heavy mobile equipment in a safe and efficient manner to support mining operations. Work within a production team to ensure daily targets and productivity metrics are met. Conduct pre-start inspections and report faults or safety concerns immediately. Maintain a strong commitment to safety and follow Rio Tinto's HSE standards and procedures. Communicate effectively with supervisors, dispatch, and maintenance teams to ensure efficient operations. Accurately complete daily production records and documentation. Maintain housekeeping of machines and work areas.

Structural Lead

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Quality Management

Experience: 4 years

The successful candidate will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, supporting the development and evaluation of high-value infrastructure initiatives within the resources sector. Duties: Lead engagement with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs) to define and refine project scopes. Oversee scope development for structural components of capital projects and studies. Prepare and manage detailed budgets, capturing both internal resources and external consultancy costs. Coordinate and manage external consultants to ensure alignment with technical standards, timelines, and budgetary constraints. Conduct detailed research to support engineering studies and project justifications. Develop and evaluate business cases to support investment decisions. Prepare high-quality technical documentation and reports for internal governance and approvals.

Electrical Project Engineer

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Controlling

Experience: 3 years

Reporting directly to the Project Manager - PTP Solomon, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the execution of 220kV transmission line and substation construction works. You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of electrical work packages, ensuring safety, quality, and reliability requirements are achieved in line with project timelines and budgets.This role offers the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge green power project within a dynamic site-based team environment. Duties: Lead the planning and execution of assigned electrical work packages, including scheduling, budgeting and contractor coordination Provide technical oversight, guidance, and troubleshooting to ensure compliance with SoW, design specs, and industry standards Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure delivery excellence across all stages of construction Promote and ensure full compliance with safety protocols and environmental standards Maintain accurate documentation, including technical reports, project records, and stakeholder communications Monitor project costs, flag variances, and support cost control initiatives

Senior Sourcing Advisor

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Validation

Experience: 2 years

As the Senior Sourcing Advisor, you'll play a pivotal role in driving procurement excellence, securing the goods, materials, and services that keep our clients operations running smoothly and competitively. You'll lead strategic negotiations with local and international suppliers, ensuring timely delivery at the best value, all while partnering closely with internal teams to truly understand and meet their needs. This is your chance to make a real impact, shaping sourcing strategies that protect the business, reduce costs, and foster strong supplier relationships.

Dozer, Digger & Tipper operators

Location: Weipa

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Production & Manufacturing

Experience: 2 years

Brunel is seeking experienced Heavy Machinery Operators to join the Haul Roads Project in Weipa. Successful candidates will operate Dozers, Excavators (Diggers), and Moxy Tippers to support earthworks, road construction, and material hauling. This is a FIFO role with flights provided from Brisbane or Cairns on a 2/1 roster. Safely operate Dozers, Excavators, and Moxy Tippers to perform earthmoving, grading, and hauling tasks. Conduct pre-start inspections and report any equipment defects or maintenance needs. Follow project plans to ensure accurate cut/fill, levelling, and compaction of haul roads. Work closely with ground crew and survey teams to meet construction specifications. Adhere to safety protocols, including speed limits, load limits, and site traffic management. Assist with loading/unloading materials and coordinating with dump trucks as required. Maintain clean and efficient worksites, ensuring compliance with environmental controls.

Ancillary Maintenance - Technical Specialist

Location: Brisbane

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Quality Management

Experience: 3 years

As a Maintenance Fitter/ Technician at Brunel International, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing Cranes, Forklifts, EWPs, Bobcats, Welders, and Air Compressors on-site in a gold mine in PNG. You will work closely with a team of mobile maintenance professionals to ensure that all machinery is operating efficiently and safely. This role requires a high level of technical expertise and the ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment.

Shotfirer

Location: Perth

Branche: Mining

Expertise: Planning & Testing

Experience: 4 years

As part of the Shotfirer role, your responsibilities will include: Safely lead and coordinate the blast crew to deliver daily blasting operations Prepare and load blast holes with explosives in compliance with safety and environmental regulations Operate within strict safety standards and procedures, ensuring all activities are compliant with site and legislative requirements Conduct safety checks, maintain accurate records, and report incidents or near misses Maintain high housekeeping standards in and around magazines, explosive vehicles, compounds, and blast areas Handle and use electronic detonators and blasting accessories with care and precision Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments to ensure timely and safe execution of blasts

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