Student Engineer - Mining

Hatch; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Career growth

Global projects

Job summary

Hatch, based in Brisbane, Queensland, invites high-potential mining engineering students to join the Vacation Student Program. You will work on real projects across the mining lifecycle, receiving mentoring from experienced engineers and contributing to scoping, feasibility studies and detailed design.

This 12-week program emphasizes practical skill-building in mine design, planning, materials handling, ventilation studies and equipment selection within a collaborative global consultancy.

Qualifications

• You will be working towards a bachelor/master’s degree in Mining Engineering with a strong academic record.
• You will have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to complete project deliverables.
• Contribute to mine design, mine planning, materials handling systems, and equipment selection.
• Support ventilation studies and technical evaluations.
• Engage with clients and teams to deliver innovative mining solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Mining Engineering degree

Job description

Requisition ID: 100980

Job Category: Mining; Engineering

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 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? Apply today!

Vacation Student opportunity: Build the extraordinary, every day

The Hatch Vacation Student Program provides the opportunity to work on real projects and gain practical industry skills. We will help you through the transition, bridging the gap between your education and career.

As part of the Mining Team, you will work alongside experienced mining engineers and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver innovative solutions across the mining industry. Our team supports clients throughout the entire project lifecycle, from scoping and conceptual studies through to pre-feasibility and feasibility studies, detailed engineering, construction support, commissioning, and operational optimisation. You will have the opportunity to contribute to mine design, mine planning, materials handling systems, ventilation studies, equipment selection, and technical evaluations while gaining exposure to both local and global mining projects. Working in a collaborative environment, you will develop practical engineering skills, build industry knowledge, and help create sustainable solutions.

Our Professional Development Program

With Hatch, you will build professional relationships with renowned experts, and champion great initiatives for reputable, well-known clients. You will belong to a company that fosters career growth, encourages continuous improvement and is pioneering in nature.

You will have opportunities to:

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to complete project deliverables for clients
• Develop mentoring relationships with experienced professionals and experts
• Work towards individual career goals
• Work in a flexible framework and environment
• Attend networking events, opportunities, and activities
• Continuously learn and develop through a variety of challenging work experiences and career pathways

You will be working towards a bachelor/master’s degree in Mining Engineering, ideally in your third year (or later) of study, with a strong academic record. Candidates will have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and will be collaborators with the ability to think laterally and innovatively to solve problems. You will also have an interest in exploring a future with a global consulting company and are committed to creating positive change.

The 12-week program commences on Monday, 23 Nov 2026. Please note, during this time Hatch will have its annual office closure from COB Friday, 18 December 2026 and will reopen Monday, 4 January 2027.

• 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. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

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.