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Mechanical, electrical or project engineer
Applies a nominated engineering discipline to mine plant or projects; design authority depends on qualification, registration and assigned scope.
Indicative 2026 annual cash$130k–$195kGross, generally before super
Common roster contextSite positions often use 8/6 or 5/2/4/3; city, residential and hybrid arrangements also occur.
Role at a glance
What this role actually does.
Applies a nominated engineering discipline to mine plant or projects; design authority depends on qualification, registration and assigned scope. The precise scope changes with the employer, asset, jurisdiction and written authorities.
The work
Core duties
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Define scope and technical requirements
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Review design, procurement or construction changes
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Verify testing and handover
The assets
Equipment and systems
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Engineering drawings and models
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Calculations and standards
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Project and change records
Before mobilisation
Typical foundations
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Relevant engineering degree in the discipline actually assigned
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Registration where required by the jurisdiction and service
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Site technical delegation and competent review
Prove capability
Evidence employers can verify
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Specific discipline and asset
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Design decision and assumptions
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Verification and operational outcome
Entry pathway
A credible way into the role.
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Complete the relevant engineering degree
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Build field and project exposure
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Take responsibility for bounded packages with review
Earning context
What tends to move pay
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Experience and verified scope
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Roster, location and shift pattern
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Employer, contract and allowances
Before accepting
Questions to ask about the offer
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Is this base salary, gross cash or a package including super?
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Which roster, point of hire, ordinary hours and overtime terms apply?
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What duties, equipment and written authorities are included in the offer?
Progression
Possible next moves.
Directs a defined mine construction, upgrade or shutdown project through scope, delivery, cost, risk and handover.
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Editorial note
Salary bands are broad 2026 Australian mining comparisons, not promised rates. Role requirements summarise common practice and do not replace legislation, regulator guidance, an employment agreement, site procedures or a written appointment. Pay presentation reviewed 27 September 2026.