Structural Engineer - Mining

Hatch; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch in Brisbane is seeking a Structural Engineer with experience in underground mining to deliver structural solutions across project lifecycle, from studies through commissioning, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

You will model with SpaceGass, Strand7 or StaadPro, prepare calculations and reports, ensure compliance with Australian standards, and mentor junior engineers while advancing your career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a recognised institution.
• Professional Engineer registration, or actively working towards registration.
• Experience delivering structural engineering projects within the mining sector, including exposure to underground mining infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete and structural steel design.
• Experience preparing engineering calculations, technical reports and specifications.
• Familiarity with relevant engineering codes, standards and design practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structural engineering solutions for underground mining projects across all stages of the project lifecycle, from studies and feasibility through to detailed design, construction support and commissioning.
• Undertake the analysis and design of underground mining infrastructure, including shaft infrastructure in vertical and decline shafts, headframes, crusher and conveyor structures, paste fill facilities, ventilation structures, and associated surface facilities.
• Develop structural models using software such as SpaceGass, Strand7, StaadPro or similar, and prepare engineering calculations, design reports, technical specifications, scopes of work and other project deliverables.
• Conduct site inspections, structural assessments and technical investigations, ensuring designs comply with relevant Australian Standards, client requirements and industry best practice.
• Collaborate with mining, geotechnical, mechanical, civil and process engineering teams, participating in design reviews, risk assessments, constructability reviews and safety-in-design workshops.
• Review engineering drawings and models, support project planning and estimating activities, and provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and designers.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder engagement

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Safety focus

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

SpaceGass

Strand7

STAAD.Pro

Job description

Requisition ID101565-Posted10/07/2026

Location:Brisbane,Queensland,Australia

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

If it isn't grown, it's mined. Our mining and metals teams help our clients to safely and sustainably mine the minerals and metals used in our everyday lives. Want to play a part of innovating and optimizing the mining life cycle on greenfield and brownfield facilities?

We are seeking a Structural Engineer with experience in underground mining projects to join our Mining team. Supporting the delivery of a range of mining projects, you will be responsible for the analysis, design and assessment of structural infrastructure associated with underground and surface mining operations and materials handling systems.

Working within a multidisciplinary project environment, you will contribute across all phases of project delivery, from studies and feasibility through to detailed design, construction support and commissioning.

This role offers the opportunity to work on complex mining projects while collaborating with experienced engineers and industry specialists while further developing your expertise in the underground mining sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver structural engineering solutions for underground mining projects across all stages of the project lifecycle, from studies and feasibility through to detailed design, construction support and commissioning.
• Undertake the analysis and design of underground mining infrastructure, including shaft infrastructure in vertical and decline shafts, headframes, crusher and conveyor structures, paste fill facilities, ventilation structures, and associated surface facilities.
• Develop structural models using software such as SpaceGass, Strand7, StaadPro or similar, and prepare engineering calculations, design reports, technical specifications, scopes of work and other project deliverables.
• Conduct site inspections, structural assessments and technical investigations, ensuring designs comply with relevant Australian Standards, client requirements and industry best practice.
• Collaborate with mining, geotechnical, mechanical, civil and process engineering teams, participating in design reviews, risk assessments, constructability reviews and safety-in-design workshops.
• Review engineering drawings and models, support project planning and estimating activities, and provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and designers.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a recognised institution.
• Professional Engineer registration, or actively working towards registration.
• Experience delivering structural engineering projects within the mining sector, including exposure to underground mining infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete and structural steel design.
• Experience preparing engineering calculations, technical reports and specifications.
• Familiarity with relevant engineering codes, standards and design practices.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Strong focus on career growth, learning and mentorship
• Collaborative, values-driven culture focused on innovation and excellence

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

Hatch holds an innovate reconciliation action plan and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Straight islanders to apply. As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a collaborative workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request. We are managing this recruitment process directly and are not accepting unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.