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
Join our team and play a key role in bringing the Peak resource to life. This is an opportunity to shape how we mine, contributing to safer, smarter, and more efficient outcomes across the operation.
In this role, you’ll create thoughtful, high-quality mine designs and schedules, working closely with Technical Services and Operations to turn plans into action. Your work will have a real impact on performance, safety, and the way we operate day to day.
If you enjoy solving problems, collaborating with others, and finding practical solutions in a unique mining environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Roster: 8/6 (Dayshift only)
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
Foster a high-performing team through mentoring, coaching, and development
Promote a safe workplace by identifying hazards and driving improvements
Review and optimise mine designs and supporting infrastructure
Oversee weekly schedules to ensure safe and efficient extraction
Deliver drill and blast designs, including stope notes and reconciliations
Support budget planning and contribute to mine planning procedures
Qualifications and experience
Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) or equivalent
Experience in a similar role / mining operation
Strong knowledge of short to medium-term mine planning
Understanding of longhole stoping drill and blast techniques
Sound understanding of mining safety legislation and standards
Excellent report writing and presentation skills
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and business-focused skills
Proficient in Deswik CAD, Deswik UGDB, and Deswik Sched
Hold a current, unrestricted 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? Simply hit the apply now button!
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.
