Introduction

Brunel has partnered with two well-established underground mining operations in QLD, one in coal, the other in hard rock. to find capable and experienced Mining Engineers. These are permanent roles offering the chance to join high-performing teams with strong technical leadership, production-driven environments, and long-term stability.

What are you going to do

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.

Essential skills and knowledge

Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering or a related discipline
3-5 years' experience in mining operations, ideally with exposure to underground coal or underground hard rock environments
Proficient in mining software such as Surpac, Vulcan, and AutoCAD
Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and best practice standards
Excellent problem-solving abilities and clear, effective communication skills

What we offer

Competitive salary + site uplift + bonus.
Permanent, long-term opportunity with two reputable underground Mining companies.
Career development and growth opportunities.
High-performing technical team with strong mentoring and support.

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Ryan on 0458940185 or r.connolly@brunel.net for a confidential chat.

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