Students and Early Careers

If you are looking for an opportunity to shape a safe and sustainable mining future and be supported to develop your ideas, then our graduate early career program might be for you.

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MMG’S GRADUATE AND EARLY CAREER PROGRAMS

Applications for MMG’s 2026 Graduate and Early Career program will open in March 2025, details will be available on our careers page here.

 

See what our past and present graduates have to say about the Program.

Graduate Early Career Program

ELIGIBILITY

The MMG Graduate Early Career Program runs for two years and is open to graduates who have either:

  • Completed their studies within two years of application
  • Hold a tertiary qualification, but never worked in that role or capacity
  • Are in the final year of their study at the time of application with the ability to start in the following year.

TRAINING AND MENTORSHIP

The Program aims to develop your capabilities and knowledge for the continual improvement of your professional skillset and to learn more about the industry. We will:

  • Partner you with a buddy that will help mentor and support you throughout your graduate journey
  • Conduct regular monthly check-ins and discuss opportunities for technical discipline-based development and leadership
  • Provide a range of formal training and coaching throughout the Program in line with your technical discipline

PROGRAM COMPLETION

We are committed to seeing your success, and at the completion of the Program, we will support you to apply for suitable positions across MMG. At times, employment opportunities will arise within the business prior to the end of your 2-year program, and if you meet the requirements of the role and wish to rotate off early, this can be negotiated with your Supervisor and site Human Resources representative.

Alternative Pathways

VACATION WORK

For those who are just shy of meeting the above eligibility requirements due to continuing study, our Vacation Employment Program may be a perfect path for you.

Each year, MMG’s Australian sites operate a Vacation Employment Program that runs for approximately 10 weeks over the university summer vacation period.

The Vacation Employment Program will provide you an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned throughout your studies whilst gaining hands-on and real-world experience.

Applications open in July each year so keep an eye on our careers page to make a submission via www.mmg.com/careers/

CADETSHIP

If you would like to gain paid work experience and get a taste for what it is like working in the mining industry, then you may want to consider a Cadetship with MMG.

The Cadetship program is designed for individuals who want to pursue a career in the mining industry but have yet to gain any experience or qualifications.

Each Australian site will have different roles available each year and they will range from underground mining to surface operations.

You must be over 18 years of age to apply and have full eligibility to live and work in Australia.

Please sign up for job alerts on our careers page to be notified when cadetship positions become available.

Graduates and Cadet Benefits

An above-average entry salary and a yearly bonus

All flights, accommodation and meals provided for fifo locations

Relocation assistance to rosebery or a designated commute base for dugald river

Company funded induction held in Melbourne to network with key stakeholders and fellow graduates

Discounted health insurance rates with st luke’s health care

Recruitment Timeline

1. APPLICATIONS OPEN

Submit your application during MMG’s advertising period which usually commences throughout March. Runs for approximately 4 weeks.

2. INTERVIEW

We will contact shortlisted candidates to arrange an interview and set up a time to discuss the program. Runs for approximately3 weeks.

3. UNDERTAKE CHECKS

MMG will commence medical and background checks for top potential candidates.

4. WRITTEN OFFER

After medicals and background checks are done, you will receive a written offer.

5. WELCOME TO MMG

Congratulations on your new job! We will stay in contact over the coming months and will see you for graduate orientation in the new year.

Our Past & Recent Graduates

“I would highly recommend the Graduate Program here at MMG. We have a great culture, great work-life balance, and you get to gain a breadth of knowledge and really make a difference.”

Bella Menzies, Graduate Plant Metallurgist

“My confidence has grown through the knowledge and skills that I’ve learnt. It’s given me opportunities to work in a team and solo which has greatly increased my ability to lead the team.”

Adrian Sao, Graduate Mining Surveyor

“Working on a mine site offers endless opportunities. The MMG Graduate Program provides the sills and experience to grow your career in the mining industry.”

Cathy Martin, Senior Plant Metallurgist

“MMG is a great company size – small enough that you can have an influence on outcomes, but large enough that you have a support network that will put genuine effort into your personal development and interests.”

Charles Smith, Development and Improvement Superintendent

“You won’t be standing still or bored. Graduates are quickly given responsibility for some interesting projects that contribute towards the site’s success.”

Alec Malcolm, Plant Metallurgist

Roles Available

  • Mining Engineering
  • Metallurgy
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanical Reliability Engineering
  • Surveying Environmental
  • Geology
  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
* Roles may vary year on year based on business requirements.

FAQ

Depending on your professional discipline, you will be exposed to a range of technical experiences relevant to your area. Each technical discipline has its own development plan to enhance your skill set.
MMG provides training off site across various business areas that will help your personal and professional development. Topics include strategy and planning, commercial acumen, influence, emotional intelligence and building relationships to name just a few.
We are committed to retaining as many of our Graduate Early Career employees upon completion of the Program and will endeavour to help you find permanent roles within MMG.
Accommodation rooms are private and include an ensuite, air-conditioning, TV and mini fridge. Food is catered and provided in the mess hall where you can self-serve hot and cold breakfast and dinner options and are able to pack your own lunch for each work day. There are also sports and exercise facilities such as an indoor and outdoor gym, pool, running track and basketball court.
Relocation assistance is provided for a move to Rosebery in Tasmania or a designated commuter base appropriate for Dugald River such as Cloncurry, Mount Isa or Townsville.
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