Junior Electrical Engineer

Aurelia Metals; Hillston; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Family-friendly rosters

Relocation support

Career development

Job summary

Aurelia Metals is seeking a Junior Electrical Engineer to join Peak Gold Mine, supporting electrical projects and maintenance underground while developing into a future statutory-level capability.

This hands-on role is suited to someone early in their career with underground mining exposure, working closely with the Statutory Electrical Engineer, Electrical Superintendent, and site team to keep electrical systems reliable, compliant, and operating safely.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Experience in underground mining electrical systems preferred.
• 1–3 years mining/heavy industry experience.
• Current C Class Driver’s Licence.
• Proactive, team-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of site electrical projects and maintenance.
• Contribute to compliance with NSW mining legislation and standards.
• Learn from Statutory Electrical Engineer on HV systems.
• Collaborate with Electrical Superintendent and site team.
• Assist with fault finding and system improvements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Underground mining

High-voltage systems

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

C class driver's licence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

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

We’re looking for a Junior Electrical Engineer to join our team at Peak Gold Mine, supporting the delivery of electrical projects and maintenance across site while developing into a future statutory-level capability.

This is a hands-on development role suited to someone early in their career who already has underground mining exposure and is ready to take the next step. You’ll be working closely with our Statutory Electrical Engineer, building capability across high-voltage systems, underground infrastructure, and site compliance.

You’ll also partner closely with the Electrical Superintendent and site team to deliver safe, practical outcomes, playing a key role in keeping our electrical systems reliable, compliant, and operating effectively.

Travel options

• Roster: Residential 5/2, 4/3 (preferred for continuity) or FIFO 8/6
• Location: Peak Mine, Cobar 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

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Electrical Superintendent to support delivery of site electrical projects and maintenance
• Assist with ensuring compliance with NSW mining legislation, Australian Standards, and site requirements
• Learn from and collaborate with the Statutory Electrical Engineer across HV systems and underground infrastructure
• Contribute to fault finding, system improvements, and reliability initiatives

Support planning, scheduling, and coordination of electrical work

• Build strong working relationships with electricians and technicians to support safe, effective outcomes

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience working in underground mining environments, with exposure to underground electrical systems
• Around 1-3 years’ experience in mining, heavy industry, or a similar setting
• A proactive, team-focused approach and willingness to learn
• Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, hands‑on mindset
• Exposure to high-voltage or control systems (desirable)
• Current unrestricted C Class Driver’s Licence

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

• Application review – we assess applications as they are received
• Initial screen – a short call with our HR team
• Structured interview – with a technical leader and HR representative
• Work-ready checks – may include police clearance, pre-employment medical, references and/or skills testing
• Offer – a formal offer made to the successful candidate

Ready to get started?

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.