Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Aurelia Metals Limited; Cobar; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Share plans

Family-friendly rosters

Parental leave

Health perks

Flexible work options

Training & development

Job summary

Aurelia Metals Limited in NSW is hiring a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer for Peak & Federation Mine to gain hands‑on experience supporting underground development and production processes under guidance from a Senior Geotechnical Engineer.

You'll contribute to geotechnical monitoring, ground support design, inspections, and technical support across underground operations, while learning from industry professionals and developing core technical skills for a career in mining.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering in Geotechnical Engineering or equivalent.
• Willingness to learn Deswik, CAD, RocScience, DIPS, UNWEDGE, FLAC3D and MAP3D.
• Interest in underground mining and geotechnical engineering.
• Strong communication, technical writing and problem-solving skills.
• Positive, safety-focused and collaborative attitude; eager to learn.
• Current 'C' Class Driver’s Licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support geotechnical monitoring and ground control design.
• Assist inspections and provide technical support across underground operations.
• Learn from experienced professionals to build technical capability.
• Contribute to a safety-focused, collaborative team environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Geotechnical) or equivalent

Tools

Deswik

CAD

RocScience

DIPS

UNWEDGE

FLAC3D

MAP3D

Job description

About us

Aurelia Metals Limited is an ASX-listed, Australian-owned gold and base metals company based in NSW. We operate the Peak and Federation underground mines and are progressing the Great Cobar Project, a high-grade copper development near Peak.

We are proud to be a WORK180 endorsed employer, with inclusion, safety, and our Values at the heart of everything we do. With one of the most prospective land positions in the Cobar Basin, we are unlocking value through discovery, development, and growth.

The Great Cobar Project, with an eight-year mine plan and strong exploration upside, will drive the next generation of growth at Aurelia and create diverse career pathways for those wanting to be part of a high-performance, forward-thinking culture.

About the role

Launch your career as a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer at our Peak & Federation Mine, where you'll gain hands‑on experience supporting underground development and production operations while working alongside experienced professionals committed to your growth and success.

Reporting to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you'll contribute to geotechnical monitoring, ground support design, inspections, and technical support activities across underground mining operations. You'll have the opportunity to learn from industry experts, build practical experience, and develop the technical skills needed for a successful career in underground mining.

This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate who is curious, motivated, and eager to learn. Through mentoring, structured development, practical site experience, and exposure to industry‑leading software and mining practices, you'll be supported to build confidence and technical capability within a collaborative and safety-focused team.

• Roster: 8/6, 12 hours per day (Dayshift only)

• Location: Cobar Region, NSW

Travel options

• Residents enjoy a balanced roster and the opportunity to settle into the family-friendly township of Cobar. Relocation support is available, along with a residential allowance

• DIDO if you live within an 800km radius of the Mine site which includes a travel allowance

• FIFO from Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor of Engineering in Geotechnical Engineering or equivalent (recent graduates encouraged to apply or in the last 12 months)

• Exposure to or willingness to learn Deswik, CAD, RocScience, DIPS, UNWEDGE, FLAC3D, and MAP3D

• Strong interest in underground mining and geotechnical engineering

• Strong communication, technical writing, and problem‑solving skills

• Positive, safety‑focused, and collaborative attitude with eagerness to learn

• Current ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence preferred

MAKE AN IMPACT, GET RECOGNISED – BE AN AURELIAN

At Aurelia Metals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We reward hard work, support growth, prioritise wellbeing, and foster a culture where everyone belongs, because when you thrive, we thrive.

What we offer

• Reward & Recognition: Competitive pay, incentives, share plans and recognition programs

• Lifestyle Balance: Family‑friendly rosters, 18 weeks paid parental leave, health perks, counselling and flexible work options

• Purpose & Community: Values‑driven culture, WORK180 Employer of Choice, relocation support and local benefits

• Development & Progression: Training and development, apprenticeships, graduate programs and clear career pathways

Our recruitment process
We are committed to a fair, accessible, and transparent process, using structured interviews and work‑ready checks. If you require support or adjustments, please let us know during initial screen.

What to expect

1. Application review – we assess applications as they are received

2. Initial screen – a short call with our HR team

3. Structured interview – with a technical leader and HR representative

4. Work‑ready checks – may include police clearance, pre‑employment medical, references and/ or skills testing

5. Offer – a formal offer made to the successful candidate

We actively promote a culture where everyone feels safe, included and respected. We welcome differences of thought and people from all backgrounds as we strive to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.