Graduate Metallurgist

Aeris Resources Limited; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real jobs with real accountability

Mentor support and career development

Competitive salary package

Site secondments (FIFO 8:6)

Job summary

Aeris Resources Limited invites applications for a Graduate Metallurgist to join our Corporate Technical Services Team in Brisbane under the two-year Graduate program. We’re seeking curious, enthusiastic candidates ready to kickstart their career with real accountability and hands-on learning.

You’ll report to the Principal Metallurgist, rotate across Cracow and Tritton operations, and develop practical experience in chemical engineering/metallurgy while meeting visa and working rights

Qualifications

• Curious, enthusiastic and innovative mindset.
• Open to learning and taking on practical, on‑the‑job training.
• Must be eligible for Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Assist Metallurgist with daily technical tasks and analysis.
• Participate in site rotations at Cracow and Tritton under supervision.
• Support delivery of projects across the Graduate Program.

Skills

Curious

Enthusiastic

Innovative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering/Metallurgy

Job description

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 Metallurgist under our Graduate offering.

The Nitty Gritty

Reporting to the Principal Metallurgist in Brisbane, 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 two year program you:

• Are recently graduated with a degree in Chemical Engineering/Metallurgy, or completing your final year of study before 2027


• Hold a C Class Manual unrestricted drivers' licence


• Are curious, enthusiastic and innovative


• Have Australian working rights – either Permanent Residency or Citizenship


• Want real life, on the job, practical experience


• Can work remotely on rotations such as 8 days on 6 days off roster for 12 months at Tritton and another 12 months at Cracow.

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


• Site Secondments – e.g. 8:6 FIFO Roster, Travel, Food & Accommodation provided while on swing


• 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

Find out more about Cracow Gold Operations - Aeris Resources

Tritton Operations

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 transitioning to a ‘hub-and-spoke’ model where ore is transported to our centralised mill for processing.

Find out more about Tritton Copper Operations - Aeris Resources: https://www.aerisresources.com.au/assets/tritton-copper-operations/

We are Aeris

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 are producing, exploring, growing.

Find out more about Aeris Resources: http://www.aerisresources.com.au/

Second guessing yourself?

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, working rights and police check, in order to be considered for this role.

Only applicants with valid Australian working rights will be considered.