A place of integrity where innovation thrives
WORK WITH US
Join our global team of diverse and inclusive people engineering innovative solutions that aspire to improve the human condition through responsible access to metals at lower cost.
Pioneering for a purpose
RUSSELL MINERAL EQUIPMENT (RME) exists to enable our Customers to eliminate fatal risk and visibly, defensibly, and sustainably improve the performance of their mineral concentrators through fast, reliable safe mill relining. These concentrators are responsible for producing the minerals, like copper, needed for the energy transition. For 40 years, RME has dedicated itself to this noble purpose.
We are pioneers and collaborators. Problem solvers and creators. Engineers and technical specialists. And while our team consists of brilliant individuals, ‘not one of us is as smart as all of us’. We celebrate team players who respect and value inclusion and diversity.
Raising the standard – for our industry and planet
RME was founded on the belief that we can make things better. Through collaborating across teams, collaborating with Customers and suppliers, as well as persistent innovation and enduring commitment, we have set new industry-wide safety standards and productivity gains for mill relining. We are shaping the future of the industry with pioneering robotic solutions that enhance our Customers' ability to produce minerals, such as copper, essential for the energy transition, more safely.
With deep and proud local roots in Toowoomba, Queensland, we have grown to operate in 64 countries, with 12 international Sales and Service Centres, employing more than 450 dedicated and skilled people worldwide. There are more than 440 mine sites across the planet served by RME’s equipment and services, including more than 570 RUSSELL Mill Relining Machines.
OUR FLAG ON THE HILL
At RME, our values reflect the culture we encourage and celebrate, and the experience we are creating for our people and Customers.
Safety
Since 1985, RME dedicated itself to the task of improving safety. This task remains core to our mission and purpose, and will continue to drive our technology innovation and support services.
Trust
Integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles, making us trustworthy. Our Customers understand that at RME, quality is never compromised, and takes priority over delivery and profitability.
Innovation
We understand that innovation is crucial to continuing our organisation’s and Customers’ success. At RME, we constantly challenge the status quo, creating new and better ways for RME and our Customers to be successful.
Accountability
We believe accountability promotes efficiency and harmony. We take responsibility and ownership of our decisions, actions, performance and behaviour.
Reliability
Reliability is a defining characteristic of RME and sets us apart from the crowd. Our colleagues and Customers depend on us to get it right, consistently. Downtime is costly, and fatal risk is unthinkable.
Longevity
At RME, we consider the long-term impact of our decisions on our colleagues, Customers, industry and community. This in turn helps to ensure our purpose and values continue, perpetually.
Juntos (meaning ‘togetherness’ in English)
We believe that ‘not one of us is as smart as all of us’. We believe that the best results are achieved through cross functional collaboration. We celebrate team players who respect and value diversity.
If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can contribute to projects that are making a positive impact on the world, then RME is the place for you.
See our current job opportunities below. To submit an expression of interest, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@rmeglobal.com
Grow your career at RME
At RME, we strive to provide rewarding careers. We want you to have the opportunity to make an impact in your role, grow personally and professionally, and balance your work with your other priorities.
Employment benefits
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RME fosters our employees’ professional development and career progression. We offer training and other development opportunities to all employees, and job opportunities are advertised internally and externally.
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RME is a family-friendly employer of choice. We aim to accommodate requests for flexible working arrangements to provide mutual benefit.
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RME supports its employees’ mental health and wellbeing through an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Available to employees and their immediate family members, the EAP is equipped to support a wide range of issues, including depression and anxiety, relationship, financial or work stress, and illness.
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RME supports parents in their desire to build connections with their families and their return to work. Paid parental leave is available for primary and secondary caregivers, regardless of gender.
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While we are a global company, we are small enough to create and foster a tight knit community. A program of social activities – from BBQs to festivals to celebratory events – provides a wonderful opportunity to have fun together while continuing to strengthen connections between colleagues.
RME's ASPIRATION AND PURPOSE
RME's Aspiration is to improve the human condition through responsible access to metals at lower cost. Our Purpose is to enable our Customers to remove fatal risk through innovative solutions. Our commitment to our industry is to visibly, defensibly and sustainably improve our Customer's concentrator performance.
“The transition to net zero requires an enormous increase in the minerals that are essential to the decarbonisation of our economies. We are delighted to be able to play a part in safely speeding up the production of those minerals. We’ve achieved these results in partnership with our Customers, using the same pioneering mindset with which we’ve approached the past 40 years.”
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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There is now an exciting opportunity for a Discrete Event Simulation Engineer (DES) to join the Applications Engineering Team on a permanent, full-time basis.
The DES Specialist is primarily responsible for using RME’s in-house tools for discrete event simulation, known as Mill Reline Director (MRD), to predict and model technical and economic benefits of mine improvements from our machines. You will produce data analysis and reports that will assist our strategic marketing, product management and R&D teams provide justification for the implementation of new technologies and processes.
In this role, you will also be involved in programming and developing simulation models, ensuring they are accurate and efficient. Your expertise in data analysis will be crucial in interpreting simulation results and providing actionable insights. Additionally, you will be expected to interact with customers to understand their specific needs and tailor simulations to meet those requirements.
You may from time to time, as part of this role, travel to remote mines as a representative of RME to ensure the accurate collection of data. You will need to be able to build and maintain effective working relationships within the Applications Engineering team, RME, and with our customers. Your ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively will be essential in fostering strong customer relationships and ensuring their satisfaction with our solutions.
What are we looking for?
At RME we pride ourselves on living our values to create and maintain an exceptional culture. During our recruitment process we aim to find the right people who align with our values and culture.
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
- A Bachelor’s degree qualification in Engineering (or equivalent);
- High level IT skills with high computer literacy and programming experience with MATLAB, Visual C or Python, and exposure to video editing programs;
- A positive attitude with excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Demonstrated time management and organisational skills;
- Maintain high work standards, minimise errors and attention to detail;
- Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced, team environment;
- The ideal candidate may also possess:
- Experience/interest in high level Data Analytics
What's in it for you?
RME is a global, family-friendly employer of choice, with a genuinely positive and employee focused work culture. We offer flexible shifts to allow you to maintain a true work/life balance.
We are passionate about our People and offer a range of benefits including an active Social Club, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program, regular staff events including; team events, quarterly company BBQs, Christmas Parties and Christmas Fairs, and much, much more!
All applications must include a short cover letter addressing the Skills, Qualifications and Experience as outlined above and be submitted via Seek or emailing careers@rmeGlobal.com.
Candidates applying for this role must be prepared to undergo background checks, which may include a federal police check, reference checks, a medical check and a Right to Work check.
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There is now an exciting opportunity for a Yardsperson to join our Blast and Paint team on a permanent, full-time basis.The Yardsperson will ensure the smooth flow of parts, machinery, and equipment through our yard. This role will be crucial for maintaining efficiency in the processes of preparing parts and equipment for blast and paint. The Yardsperson will assist the spray painter with tasks such as preparation, cleaning, taping and touch up painting to ensure the timely delivery of parts in full (DIFOT).
What are we looking for?
At RME we pride ourselves on living our values to create and maintain an exceptional culture. During our recruitment process we aim to find the right people who align with our values and culture.
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
- An unwavering commitment to safety, combined with a strong work ethic
- Effective communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to work effectively in a small team environment
- Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
- A high level of attention to detail and ability to follow verbal and written instructions
The ideal candidate may also possess:
- Previous experience and knowledge of painting and/or blasting processes
LICENCES/TICKETS
- Possession of a current QLD ‘C’ Class Open Driver’s Licence
- Possession of or willingness to obtain:
- Forklift Licence
- Confined Spaces Ticket
- Elevated Work Platform Ticket
- Rigging and Lifting Ticket
What's in it for you?
RME is a global, family-friendly employer of choice, with a genuinely positive and employee focused work culture. We are passionate about our People and offer a range of benefits including an active Social Club, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program, regular staff events including; team events, quarterly company BBQs, Christmas Parties and Christmas Fairs, and much, much more!
All applications must include a short cover letter addressing the Skills, Qualifications and Experience as outlined above and be submitted via Seek or emailing careers@rmeglobal.com by 19 May 2025.
Candidates applying for this role must be prepared to undergo background checks, which may include a functional medical assessment, including drug and alcohol testing, federal police check, reference checks and a Right to Work check.
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Due to the growth in our Fabrication Department, there is now an opportunity to join RME as a Boilermaker on a permanent, full-time basis.Our Boilermakers are based in Toowoomba and have access to fantastic facilities.
This position is a permanent night shift role, with a 4-day work week roster.
This position is not a FIFO role and does not require you to travel to mine sites.
The Boilermaker role at RME is heavily safety focused, producing exceptional work while ensuring the safety of yourself and others is our priority.
This role is a key part of the manufacturing journey of RME’s innovative Mill Relining equipment.
Our Fabrication Team have wealth of experience in their Trades and are willing to continue learning and build their skill.
What are we looking for?
RME is looking for experienced Boilermakers who will use their knowledge and skills to contribute to the efficient fabrication of RME parts and equipment.
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
- Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade
- A positive attitude and a passion for teamwork
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and good judgement
- Effective communication skills
- Experience in flat plate fabrication, with the ability and desire to produce the highest-quality fabrications to AS1554 parts 1 and 4
- Experience with Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)
The ideal candidate may also possess:
- Post-trade certified in AS1796 certificates 7, 8G and 9
- Experience with Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) or Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)
What's in it for you?
RME is a global, family-friendly employer of choice, with a genuinely positive and employee focused work culture. As a Boilermaker at RME you will:
- Start on a rate of $47.50 per hour + 30% Night Shift Loading.
- Have a three-day weekend (No work on Fridays).
- Receive a brand-new 3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) System.
- Receive brand new work boots and uniforms.
- Have the opportunity to work overtime when available.
- Be a part of a multitude of events provided for by the company including:
- A range of events organised by the RME Social Club in the Toowoomba region.
- Quarterly Company BBQ’s
- Christmas Parties and Fairs
- Much more!
Please submit your application via Seek or by emailing carrers@rmeglobal.com by 19 May 2025.
Candidates applying for this role must be prepared to undergo background checks, which may include a medical screening with drug and alcohol testing and a federal police check.
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There is now an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join the Engineered to Order (ETO) Engineering team on a permanent, full-time basis.
Our ETO Engineering team ensures RME’s engineering outputs are fit for consumption for our Customers. The ETO team generates designs enabling the manufacturing and service of RME’s product offerings. The Mechanical Engineer role will complete assigned design tasks with high levels of quality and efficiency and will be required to plan and perform professional engineering work with minimal detailed supervision.
The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the layout, design, and analysis of high-quality mining equipment. This role will create designs that prioritise safety, manufacturability, serviceability, and cost, whilst ensuring the highest of standards in every task. Additionally, this role will contribute to improvement projects and the management of problem reports, change requests, and notice for assigned projects. The Mechanical Engineer functions within a team to effectively support customers and meet RME’s goals and objectives.
What are we looking for?
At RME we pride ourselves on living our values to create and maintain an exceptional culture. During our recruitment process we aim to find the right people who align with our values and culture.
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
- Mechanical Engineering Degree
- At least 5 years’ experience working in an engineering design, manufacturing, or service support environment, utilising enterprise level 3D CAD modelling package and demonstrated experience in detailed Finite Element Analysis
- Demonstrable problem solving skills and the application of these within an engineering design team
- Ability to work under minimal close supervision
The ideal candidate may also possess:
- RPEQ certification or actively on a pathway to achieving certification
- Lateral thinking skills, with the ability to approach problems in a creative manner
- Demonstrable experience applying engineering risk management practices
- Considerable originality and ingenuity in detailed mechanical and hydraulic designs
What's in it for you?
RME is a global, family-friendly employer of choice, with a genuinely positive and employee focused work culture. We offer flexibility to allow you to maintain a true work/life balance.
We are passionate about our People and offer a range of benefits including an active Social Club, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program, regular staff events including; team events, quarterly company BBQs, Christmas Parties and Christmas Fairs, and much, much more!
All applications must include a short cover letter addressing the Skills, Qualifications and Experience as outlined above and be submitted via Seek or by emailing careers@remglobal.com by 12 May 2025.
Candidates applying for this role must be prepared to undergo background checks, which may include a federal police check, reference checks and a Right to Work check.
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