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The hiring landscape
What makes mining & resources hiring different
IT meets OT
As control systems connect to corporate networks, employers need engineers who understand both industrial protocols and modern security practice — a rare combination.
Location and roster
FIFO, DIDO and remote-site rosters narrow the pool. We qualify candidates on roster, site conditions and mobility before they reach you.
Big ERP programs
With SAP ECC mainstream maintenance ending in 2027, many miners are running S/4HANA programs and competing for the same experienced consultants.
Roles we fill
Mining & Resources roles we recruit
Permanent, contract and contract-to-permanent — individually or as a team.
- OT/ICS security engineers
- SCADA & control systems engineers
- Industrial data engineers & historians
- Data scientists for predictive maintenance
- SAP S/4HANA functional & technical consultants
- Network & infrastructure engineers
- Integration engineers
- Technology project managers
Most-requested practices
- CybersecuritySecurity analysts, architects and governance, risk & compliance (GRC) specialists.
- Data Engineering & AnalyticsData engineers, data scientists and BI / data analysts (Python, SQL, AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Transformation, ERP & CRMBusiness analysts, project managers and ERP/CRM specialists (SAP, Oracle EBS and more).
Sector context
Environments our candidates know
- Remote operations centres and autonomous systems
- IEC 62443 and OT security segmentation
- Site safety inductions and FIFO/DIDO rosters
- SAP PM/EAM and asset-intensive ERP
General context only — confirm current obligations with your compliance team.
Where we hire
Main hiring hubs
Perth, WA
Mining, resources and OT/industrial technology
Brisbane, QLD
State government, energy and infrastructure programs
Adelaide, SA
Defence, space and advanced manufacturing
- Typical shortlist turnaround
- 48–72h
- Pre-screened candidates
- 80k+
Ways to engage
One specialist or a whole team
Choose how you bring mining & resources talent on board — we'll recommend the best fit for your timeline.
- StaffingPermanent recruitmentDirect-hire search for roles that will shape your team for years — matched on skills, culture and career motivation.
- StaffingContract & day-rate staffingContractors for migrations, audits, launches and delivery spikes — engaged quickly and onboarded compliantly.
- SolutionsProject & SOW delivery teamsWe scope the team your statement of work needs, assemble the specialists and support them through to completion.
- SolutionsOffshore & hybrid delivery podsBlend Australian talent with our global delivery network for scale, extended-hours coverage and scarce skills.
Proof points
What clients say
“ALOIS Australia has provided consistently reliable and quality support throughout our hiring process. Their team demonstrates responsiveness, and a clear understanding of our recruitment needs. Their structured approach and commitment to delivering suitable candidates helped streamline our workflow and enhance our overall recruitment efficiency. Their partnership has been valuable, and I appreciate the professionalism and consistency they bring to every interaction.”
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FAQ
Mining & Resources recruitment FAQs
Do you recruit for FIFO and remote-site roles?
Yes. We confirm roster, location, medical and induction requirements up front so candidates who reach interview are ready to work in your environment.
Can you find OT security specialists?
OT security is one of our hardest searches and one of the most requested. We look for hands-on experience with industrial protocols and segmentation, not just IT security certifications.
Do you support ERP program hiring?
We supply SAP and Oracle consultants, integration specialists and program roles on contract or SOW terms, including for S/4HANA migrations.