Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Aeris Resources Limited; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real jobs with accountability

Career development

Mentor and buddy program

Competitive salary package

Permanent full-time contract

Site secondments 8:6 roster

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Aeris Resources Limited is seeking a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join the Corporate Technical Services Team in Brisbane, Australia. You will contribute to business outcomes today while developing the capability to support Aeris' future workforce needs.

Reporting to the Principal Geotechnical Engineer, you will gain practical experience through rotations of 12 months at Cracow and 12 months at Tritton, while participating in formal training, onboarding, and mentorship throughout the program.

Qualifications

• Are recently graduated or completing your final year of study before 2027.
• Hold a C Class Manual unrestricted drivers' licence.
• Are curious, enthusiastic and innovative.
• Have full Australian working rights.
• Want real life, on the job, practical experience.
• Able to work remotely on an 8:6 roster for rotations of 12 months at Cracow and another 12 months at Tritton.

Responsibilities

• Support the Corporate Technical Services Team as part of Aeris' Graduate Program.
• Contribute to geotechnical projects and activities under supervision.
• Engage in on-the-job training and development to build technical and non-technical skills.

Job description

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Job Category: Mining, Oil & Gas

We are Aeris

The true value in Aeris comes from two things: people and rocks.

We’ve got the rocks covered but we’re looking for one more incredible person to join our Corporate Technical Services Team as a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer under our Graduate offering.

The Nitty Gritty

Reporting to the Principal Geotechnical Engineer the successful applicant will contribute to business outcomes today while building the capability needed to support the organisations and industries future workforce needs.

What you Bring:

We don’t expect you to have the knowledge yet – this is what the Aeris Resources Graduate Program is all about! We are invested in building your capability on your career journey. We are looking for individuals who are looking to kickstart their career and who are focused on driving success.

To be eligible for this program you:

• Are recently graduated or completing your final year of study before 2027
• Hold a C Class Manual unrestricted drivers' licence
• Are curious, enthusiastic and innovative
• Have full Australian working rights
• Want real life, on the job, practical experience
• Are able to work remotely on an 8:6 roster for rotations of 12 months att Cracow and another 12 months at Tritton.

What we Offer:

• ‘Real jobs’ with ‘real accountability’
• Career Development: Quality formal and informal on the job training and development activities to build technical and non-technical skillsets
• The opportunity to access and interact directly with senior leaders and technical experts in all fields who will help guide and mentor you throughout the program
• Onboarding program - A supportive entry providing the opportunity to build strong relationships with your team, a buddy to help guide your first weeks & a mentor to help with your long-term career goals
• A competitive salary package, access to our employee benefits program and participation in the Short-Term Incentive Program
• Permanent, full-time contract, employed directly by the Mine Owner with ongoing engagement on successful program completion.
• Site Secondments – 8:6 Roster, Travel, Food & Accommodation provided while on swing
• Leave policies for everybody: Our teams have options to swap public holidays, purchase additional leave, take career breaks and more.
• Parental leave for all types of families: Our paid parental leave is available to all part-time and full-time Aeris employees who have become parents through birth, surrogacy or adoption – and it can be shared between both parents, regardless of gender.
• Serious support for mental health: All Aeris employees and their families have access to free and confidential counselling services via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Partners that give you more: Our teams have discounts and benefits with private health insurance, salary packaging options, travel services and more.
• A stellar safety record: We work safely and make sure our workmates do the same.We are always looking for better ways to improve physical and psychosocial safety for our people.
• Respect for you (the real you!): Our Workplace of Respect Policy is more than words on a page. We respect and care for one another, and step in and speak up for our teammates.

The Company

Our Brisbane corporate office is the central hub supporting Aeris’ operating sites, development projects and care and maintenance teams across Australia. From here, our technical specialists, sustainability professionals, geology and exploration teams, and finance and people experts partner with our site teams to drive safe, efficient and productive performance.

Alongside day‑to‑day operational support, the Brisbane office provides strategic oversight and guidance - shaping plans, setting priorities and aligning operational delivery with Aeris’ broader business goals. This ensures our sites have what they need to operate safely and effectively today, while positioning the company for future growth and opportunity.

Secondments

Cracow Gold Operations

Cracow Gold Operations is an established underground gold mine located near the towns of Cracow and

Theodore in central Queensland. Cracow has multiple ore bodies accessed by a single decline

to the surface and mined via open stoping through a modified Avoca mining sequence

Tritton Copper Operations is a long-life copper mine located near the towns of Nyngan and Cobar in central New South Wales.

Tritton mines from multiple sources and as we look to bring more mines into production, weare are transitioning to a ‘hub-and-spoke’ model where ore is transported to our centralised mill for processing.

Aeris Resources is an ASX listed, mid-tier base and precious metals producer.

Our copper-dominant portfolio is made up of two operating mines, a mine on care and maintenance, two advanced development projects and a highly prospective exploration portfolio.

We value having an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace. We look for many different skills and abilities, including how you can enhance Aeris and our culture.

Even if you don’t think you quite meet all of the skills listed or tick all the boxes, we’d still love to hear from you!

Checks and balances

Please note that as part of the recruitment process, you may be subject to a pre-employment medical and police check, in order to be considered for this role.

Only applicants with valid Australian working rights will be considered.