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The Mining industry is going through a rapid transition to adapt to the future; from traditional mining to autonomous mining by developing smarter, more precision-focused, and data-driven processes. Encapsulating social, environmental, technological and geopolitical challenges such as talent scarcity, complex safety challenges, digital transformation, localisation of supply chains and the impact of climate change. Innovation is key to remaining successful and ensuring safety and sustainability policies drive future strategies.
Years’ Experience Providing Talent and Solutions to Mining Projects Globally
Talented Specialists Placed with Mining Projects Worldwide
Mining Specialists in our Network
The future of Mining and the potential impact it will continue to have on society depends on highly skilled specialists working together to reach sustainable goals, to rise to ongoing challenges, and to discover smarter ways to extract essential materials. Our global network of over 5,000 Mining specialists operates as a seamless extension of our clients’ businesses in a compliant and efficient manner. This allows our clients to concentrate on the progress of their projects, operations, and key areas such as safety and productivity.
Brunel’s extensive recruitment-related services are designed to provide our clients with total talent solutions. We deliver to all stages of a project lifecycle including geological exploration, feasibility studies, construction, commissioning, production, operations, maintenance, rehabilitation and decommissioning. Brunel’s specialists have the experience and the skills required to adapt and change to future technologies and lead projects to success.


Since 1975, our mission has always been to connect specialists to exciting career opportunities, to support the development of these careers, and to offer fair and equal employment. This has enabled us to create a truly sustainable and durable business model. As a global company, we take our social responsibility seriously and have defined key commitments across our ESG policy that contribute to a healthier planet and a better future for generations to come.
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Brunel’s passion for people is our inspiration to connect talented specialists with our valued clients. By doing so, both parties have the opportunity to develop and drive the boundaries of innovation and business success to the next level.
Engaging Brunel guarantees high-quality workforce solutions underpinned by experience and integrity. Our ongoing commitment to the professional development of our people ensures that you not only have the skills you need today but also benefit from their progressive growth as we reach toward a brighter, smarter future together.
Location: Montréal
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 0 years
Assurer la direction technique et l'encadrement de l'équipe d'ingénieurs de la discipline; Contribuer à la conception et au développement dans le domaine de la discipline; Proposer les normes d'ingénierie de la discipline à utiliser dans le cadre du projet; Veiller à ce que les processus d'ingénierie soient respectés et optimisés et donner des instructions aux prestataires de services sur les processus d'ingénierie à suivre; Veiller à ce que les processus de qualité de l'ingénierie soient pleinement mis en œuvre; Gérer la normalisation des conceptions dans l'ensemble du projet afin d'améliorer l'efficacité des résultats; Superviser l'intégration du champ d'application dans les différents domaines d'application; Veiller à ce que la discipline d'ingénierie s'intègre aux exigences des autres disciplines d'ingénierie; Approuver tous les produits livrables de la discipline d'ingénierie au nom de l'équipe des propriétaires, en s'assurant que les conceptions répondent aux normes du site et contribuent à la réalisation des objectifs du projet; Contrôler la productivité de l'ingénierie et intervenir lorsque des corrections sont nécessaires, y compris en établissant des plans de redressement; Approuver les fournisseurs spécialisés et les prestataires de services dans le domaine de la discipline; Veiller à ce que les conceptions techniques des disciplines soient achevées en tenant compte de l'optimisation de la construction, de la mise en service et de l'exploitation; Gérer le coût et le calendrier de la discipline.
Location: Peterborough
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 4 years
Provide execution of, and lead design/analysis/test/commissioning activities for complex mechanical equipment and systems throughout the entire product life cycle. Preparation, approval or leading design documentation (including technical documents, drawings and BOMs), technical specifications, development and test plans, and engineering quotations. Preparing and verifying 3D modelling for the purposes of conceptual design, and performing stress analysis Application and leading design for manufacturability/assembly (DFMA) techniques Provide technical support to CAD, Procurement, Manufacturing, Test, Quality and Commissioning and Service personnel. Participate in, and lead, internal and external meetings, such as design reviews, preparing and presenting technical data. Prepare and/or verify project level deliverables including but not limited to evaluations, reports, and assessments. Utilize classical and modern (finite element analysis) stress calculation techniques to perform stress analysis for components, piping systems, supports, and vessels. Maintain detailed knowledge of the nuclear codes and standards applicable to the Canadian Nuclear environment. Key success factors are engineering and product excellence, effective design activity management, task/milestone completion on-time/on-budget, producing defect free designs, meeting your metrics, motivating a diverse team, managing and achieving results through influencing and setting of expectations/actions. Leading by example, assure compliance and adherence to processes (including internal Business Management System), industry codes and standards, quality systems, policy, and contractual requirements. Report on status, issues/solutions, improvements, escalating resource needs as required. Contribute to process change through process enhancement, and technology introduction to achieve world-class product development and product deployment. Build customer relationships and ensure market alignment. This position requires consistent interaction with external customers, subcontractors, and cross-functional internal teams. Take an active role and responsibility in driving proposal development and review including scope review and estimate preparation as well as technical and product presentations to the customer. May be assigned Proposal Estimate Lead (PEL) roles as required. Proactively identify project risks, analyze solutions, and take decisive action to resolve issues and communicate these to the leadership team. Provide technical direction/decisions and oversight of design activities including technical review and verification of documentation and/or drawings, as applicable. Provide assurance of health and safety associated with the execution of all projects and activities. Short-term travel may be required for the purpose of meeting with clients and stakeholders.
Location: Montréal
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 5 years
Lead cross-functional mapping of current ("as-is") and future ("to-be") processes covering operations, maintenance, supply chain, planning, and support functions Define standard meeting cadences, reporting structures, and performance review cycles aligned with the Integrated Operations framework Collaborate with the OR Systems & Technology Lead to ensure that new systems and technologies (CMMS, planning, control, analytics, remote-ops platforms) are fully integrated into workflows and decision logic Identify efficiency and decision-quality improvements enabled by technology, automation, or process redesign Define process ownership, interfaces, and approval pathways (RASCI/Swimlane models) Support development of procedures and management system documentation aligned with ISO standards, where applicable (e.g. ISO 9001, 14001, and 55000) Facilitate workshops and change-management sessions to ensure buy-in from functional teams and alignment with Gold Fields corporate systems Ensure all new processes are documented, version-controlled, and ready for training and deployment before start of operations
Location: remote
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Research & Development
Experience: 5 years
In this role you will be responsible to deliver high-quality electrical and instrument design using AVEVA's SQL-based Electrical and Instrumentation applications for an underground mining project. You will be developing E&I design and associated deliverables such as SLDs, wiring schematics, lists and registers. You will coordinate closely with E&I Engineering leads and ensure designs are safe, constructible and compliant with company and U.S. codes/standards. This position will require proactive multi-discipline coordination and rigorous adherence to data and drawing governance. Duties: Discipline-Specific Design - Interpret electrical and instrumentation engineering intent into practical, constructable designs that meet functional, safety, and maintainability requirements while balancing cost and schedule constraints. Interface with Control Systems - Coordinate with automation/control engineers to ensure correct signal allocation and termination details for PLC/DCS systems. Deliverables - Create and maintain electrical and instrumentation schematic drawings, datasheets, key lists and registers (e.g. electrical equipment list, load list, instrument index, I/O lists, etc.), and MTOs for electrical and instrumentation components. Multi‑Discipline Integration - Coordinate data transfer and interfaces with AVEVA Engineering and AVEVA E3D. Standards & Reference Data - Apply and help maintain company E&I catalogs and component libraries in the AVEVA applications. Schedule & Interface Support - Interface with project controls, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations. Quality & Governance - Follow digital delivery workflows, file naming, WBS/coding, and change control. Mentoring & Knowledge Sharing - Mentor junior designers on company standards and efficient E&I design methods. Stakeholder Engagement - Maintain clear communication with discipline leads, construction supervisors, and operations. Requirements: 10+ years' plant design experience in mining/mineral processing or heavy industrial greenfield or brownfield projects. Expert user of the SQL-based versions of AVEVA Electrical and Instrumentation for Electrical & Instrumentation design. Demonstrated capability producing Electrical & Instrumentation drawings and reports. Ability to read interpret engineering deliverables and apply relevant standards/codes. Excellent written/verbal communication; proven stakeholder engagement. Diploma/Associate degree in drafting/design or equivalent practical experience. Self‑motivated, able to manage priorities, work with minimal supervision. MUST BE Eligible to work in the U.S. for any employer without the need for sponsorship. Must be willing to travel for business meetings <10%.
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