Orica 2026 Graduate Program - Engineering (QLD)

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 excited to invite applications for our 2026 Engineering Graduate Program, commencing in February 2026.

As a graduate, you’ll be part of a two-year program featuring:
•    Structured 2-Year Program – Two 12-month rotations across AusPac operations;
•    Mentorship – Learn from some of the best minds in the industry;
•    Network – Connect with a global community of engineers and professionals;
•    Global Impact – Work on real-world engineering challenges that make a difference;
•    Permanent Role – Land a full-time position after the program.

Your Role as a Graduate Engineer

Depending on your discipline, you’ll contribute to critical operations and projects that drive innovation and performance across our sites.

Opportunity: Graduate – Manufacturing Quality
As a Graduate Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a high-impact manufacturing environment and play a key role in maintaining and improving product quality.

What you'll be doing:
•    Support quality improvement projects focused on product compliance and customer specifications;
•    Assist in supplier management initiatives, including raw material qualification and performance monitoring;
•    Contribute to internal process quality control and continuous improvement activities;
•    Participate in training programs and cross-functional collaboration to enhance quality standards.

Opportunity: Graduate – Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineer
As a Graduate – Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineer at Orica, you’ll help modernize plant operations through smart systems and continuous improvement.

What you’ll be doing:
•    Support asset management strategies to maximize plant uptime and equipment reliability;
•    Perform fault finding and problem solving to quickly resolve technical issues;
•    Assist with planned and reactive maintenance, including major plant shutdowns;
•    Maintain a wide range of manufacturing equipment, gaining hands-on experience across various systems.

Opportunity: Graduate – Process Safety & Risk Engineer 
As a Graduate – Process Safety & Risk Engineer, you'll gain hands-on experience in supporting SHES systems, risk management, and on-site implementation. 

A key part of the role includes leading a major project on process safety risk assessment and control related to the manufacturing and handling of explosives in a global setting.

What you’ll be doing:
•    Drive and deliver improvements in process safety risk management across multiple manufacturing sites;
•    Analyze SHES data to identify material risks and program gaps, supporting sites in improving risk controls;
•    Develop and present progress reports to leadership using tools like Enablon, Power BI, and OpenText;
•    Participate in Hazard Studies and Bowtie assessments to support process safety systems development;
•    Contribute to strategic SHES projects aimed at closing performance gaps and enhancing safety culture.

What you will bring

You’re studying or have recently completed a degree in:
•    Science (Chemistry or Materials Science) Quality or Materials Engineering related Discipline;
•    Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering;
•    Chemical, Process, Safety Engineering or related discipline.

Graduation year: 2024 or 2025
Degree level: Bachelor’s, Postgraduate, or Master’s

Location and Support

Your first rotation will be based at our Helidon site, QLD.
Future rotations may include other exciting locations across AusPac (to be confirmed).
We offer relocation assistance, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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.

Applications Close: Friday, 8 August 2025

🔗 Apply now and learn more: www.orica.com/careers/graduate-program