Graduate - Reliability Engineer

GRADUATE – RELIABILTY ENGINEER

Join a reputable company with a strong mine life, a commitment to operating safely, and a strong focus on supporting the local community. This is a great opportunity to work in the mining industry while living in a major regional city – and be home to family everyday.

About the role

The primary purpose of this position is to support the improvement of mobile fleet performance through data analysis, maintenance strategy support, basic root cause investigations and condition monitoring activities. The position provides structured development, combining office-based analytics with hands‑on exposure to workshop and field environments. Working closely with senior engineers, maintainers, OEM representatives and data specialists, the role assists in integrating machine telemetry, identifying defects, analysing trends and contributing to safe, effective maintenance practices. It is ideal for early‑career engineers seeking strong technical grounding in reliability and mobile equipment performance.

Reporting to the Reliability Engineer, your duties will include:

• Contributing to safe work practices and participate in site safety activities.

• Assist in developing and improving preventative maintenance strategies across CAT, Komatsu, Sandvik, Volvo, Normet, Toyota and Isuzu fleets.

• Spend structured time in workshop and field environments to learn equipment systems first-hand.

• Build understanding of heavy mobile equipment systems such as powertrain, hydraulics, braking, structures, lubrication and engine systems.

• Assist with condition monitoring tasks including oil sampling, vibration, thermography and equipment inspections.

• Analyse equipment performance data to identify trends, early warning signs and recurring issues.

• Support root cause analysis (RCA) activities by gathering data, interviewing operators/maintainers and contributing to simple 5 Whys and Cause‑and‑Effect discussions.

The successful candidate should possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical/Mechatronics/Interdisciplinary or equivalent).

• Demonstrated commitment to the safety of themselves and their peers.

• Exposure to reliability concepts

• Knowledge of mobile equipment systems and their functions (haul trucks, loaders, graders, dozers, drills, LVs and support equipment).

This is a 2 year fixed term position working a Monday – Friday roster.

What we offer

• Salary Continuance (Income protection) insurance

• Annual Health and Wellbeing Allowance

• Health and Wellbeing Program including access to local gym and aquatic facilities as well as physiotherapy and podiatrists

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee Benefits Program including access to discounted Private Health insurance as well as discounts with local suppliers

• Paid Parental leave for primary and secondary carers

• Novated Leasing options for vehicles

Application Process

The recruitment process takes into consideration your alignment to the role and our company values. Suitable applicants will be shortlisted and invited to discuss their interest in the role. 

Additionally, functional capacity/medical assessment, national crime check, qualifications, due diligence and/or reference checks will all form part of the recruitment process.

About us

Agnico Eagle is a global leader in the gold mining business, with eight mines located in Canada, Finland, Australia and Mexico. Everywhere we operate, we strive to be an admired member of the community and to be recognised as both a good employer and a good neighbour.

We are proud of our reputation as a leader in safety and sustainability, as well as the prosperity we bring to our employees, their families and the communities in which we operate. Globally, we employ over 16,000 people who contribute to some of the most skilled teams of professionals in the industry. We recognise that our people are the key to our success.

Agnico Eagle owns and operates the Fosterville Gold Mine which is located on Dja Dja Wurrung Country, approximately 20 kilometres east of Bendigo in Central Victoria. With its population of approximately 120,000 people, Bendigo is one of Victoria’s largest and most progressive regional cities offering a great residential lifestyle choice.