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About Orica 

Orica is one of the world’s leading mining and infrastructure solutions providers. From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilise the earth’s resources. 
 
At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Founded in 1874 as a supplier of explosives to the Victorian gold fields in Australia, we have grown to become a world leader in mining and civil blasting and technology with a presence in over 100 countries. Every day, all around the world, our diverse team of more than 13,000 people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. 

About the AusPac Graduate Program 

We are delighted to invite applications for our 2025 Graduate program commencing February 2025.  

This is a 2-year program consisting of 2 x 12-month rotations through the AusPac business where you will transition into a permanent position at the conclusion of the program. 

As a part of our Graduate program, you will: 

• Participate in a targeted development pathway, designed to accelerate your on the job learning  
• Buddy with our talented people that have experienced life at Orica 
• Be mentored by senior leaders in the business  

About the Engineering Graduate opportunities 

As a Graduate Engineer you will work in a growing Engineering Operations team with the ability to have tangible impact on our day-to-day operations.  

Our Engineering Graduates work across the following streams:

• Blasting / Technical Services - Civil, Mining and Geotechnical Engineering 
• Engineering Operations - Mechanical, Chemical, Process, Electrical and Control Systems Engineering 
• Engineering Innovations - Mechatronics or Electronics Engineering 
• Digital / Software Engineering - Software Engineering 

For more information about these different streams, go to our Graduate Careers portal.

Study Background 

As an Engineering Graduate you will be studying Mining, Civil, Geotech, Chemical, Process, Mechanical, Electrical, Control Systems, Electronics, Mechatronics or Software Engineering.

You will have a Bachelor, Post Graduate or Master’s degree in the above disciplines or related fields and have completed your education in 2023 or due to be completed in 2024. 

In addition, you will have full working rights in Australia (with no restrictions) and a current, valid driving licence. 

Locations 

Our 2025 Engineering Graduate opportunities will be based across our Perth, Botany (Sydney), Kooragang Island (Newcastle), Kurri Kurri (Newcastle), Yarwun (Gladstone), Mackay and Snowy Hydo sites. 

For our Snowy Hydo opportunity, the graduate will work on a 2 week on, 2 week off FIFO roster from any of the east coast capital cities or Adelaide. 

Orica offers domestic relocation assistance for those candidates who require relocation to these areas, along with an attractive salary package and benefits. 

We respect and value all 

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. Orica is committed to improving diversity, embedding equity, and supporting an inclusive work culture.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.