Expression Of Interest - Underground Graduate Engineer Program

Macmahon; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Retail discounts

Novated leases

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Macmahon is seeking a mining engineering student for a hands-on role in underground mining. You’ll join crews across sites in the Goldfields region, gaining real production experience and mentorship from site management.

This is not a desk job—you’ll learn by doing, grow quickly, and contribute to safe, efficient operations while on FIFO ex-Perth or Kalgoorlie residential arrangements.

Qualifications

• Currently studying mining or civil engineering with an interest in underground mining.
• Strong work ethic and team mindset are essential.
• Willingness to learn on site and adapt to shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Be part of the underground mining crew and learn productivity drivers on site.
• Work hands-on with experienced miners to support production and safety.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Team mindset

Problem solving

Safety oriented

Education

Engineering degree (Mining or Civil)

Job description

Together. Works.

At Macmahon, you’ll find something different. We’re a successful mining and civil contractor that’s going places - and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you’re joining a quality team that’s built together, and built to last.

Macmahon has more than 30 years’ experience as a leading underground mining contractor. With an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, our underground mining team applies a strong safety culture to all aspects of operations.

In our Underground mining crews, teamwork isn’t just talk - it’s how we operate. You’ll be part of a crew that gets in, gets the job done and backs each other every shift. Safe, steady and reliable is how we keep things moving.

Role Details

• Across various sites in the Goldfields Region
• Even time rosters available, FIFO ex Perth or Kalgoorlie Residential (DIDO/BIBO)
• Competitive rates on offer.
• Amazing benefits package including:
  • Paid Parental Leave for primary carers
  • Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
  • Novated leases
  • Comprehensive wellbeing program

About the Role

Are you a mining engineering student ready to launch your career from the ground up? This is not a desk job. This is real underground mining. Hands-on, production-focused, and built to forge future leaders.

You will be an integral part of the crew while gaining an understanding of the productivity drivers on a mine site. You will learn onsite, side-by-side with the industries best underground miners and be supported during the process from site management. This is your opportunity to grow, learn, and experience real underground mining.

What we offer

• Competitive salary that rewards effort, skills, and impact.
• Practical requirements towards your Underground Mine Managers certificate.
• Be part of the crew - learn by doing, not watching.
• Mentoring and leadership support- on site and off site.
• Exposure to the industries best from multiple sites, commodities, and operating styles.

What You’ll Bring

• A degree in Engineering (Mining or Civil).
• Future leaders who want to make an impact and grow fast.
• Strong work ethic, team mindset, and problem solving ability.
• Ready for a fast paced underground production environment.
• Ability to manage fatigue and hydration throughout shift
• Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential
• Strong safety focus.
• Valid manual C Class Australian Drivers Licence (Essential).
• Working at Heights, Dangerous Goods Security Card and First Aid Certificate (highly desired)

Why Macmahon?

• Real teamwork with people who know their stuff and who genuinely look out for each other.
• Support to learn and grow, across stable long-term projects.

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