at MLG Oz Ltd
Perth WA
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8d ago
MLG Oz
(16 reviews)
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Industry
Mining, Minerals & Metals
Specialities
Bulk Haulage and Site Services, Crushing and Screening, Mining and Civil Services, Construction Aggregates Materials, Mining Supply Chain Solutions
Company size
1,001-5,000
Primary location
Kalgoorlie, WA
MLG, founded in 2002 in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, delivers innovative mine site and supply chain solutions. Initially focused on silica haulage for BHP, it's now a publicly listed company on the Australian Stock Exchange with a workforce of 1300+ across 32 sites. MLG's fleet of 1,050 heavy vehicles provides integrated services for prominent resource companies in the gold, iron ore, nickel, and base metals sectors. With 22+ years of exceeding client expectations, MLG is a reliable service provider in the Australian mining and civil infrastructure industries.
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Perth WA
Experienced Purchasing Officer with mining background, inventory systems expertise and supplier management skills for FIFO site operations.
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What’s it like working at MLG Oz?
AI summary of recent reviews
Employees appreciate the supportive colleagues and crew members at MLG Oz, with particular praise for knowledgeable and approachable supervisors. The company offers opportunities for skill development and maintains a family-oriented culture where senior management engages directly with staff. Employees also value being part of a growth-oriented company with a small team feel.
However, there are some potential challenges, including inconsistencies in management practices and communication across different sites, with gaps between documented safety protocols and day-to-day implementation. Some employees experience pressure to increase productivity with long shifts and minimal breaks. Additionally, equipment maintenance and compensation relative to workload have been noted as areas for improvement as the company manages its rapid growth.
However, there are some potential challenges, including inconsistencies in management practices and communication across different sites, with gaps between documented safety protocols and day-to-day implementation. Some employees experience pressure to increase productivity with long shifts and minimal breaks. Additionally, equipment maintenance and compensation relative to workload have been noted as areas for improvement as the company manages its rapid growth.
Recent reviews
1.0
Multi Combination Road Train Driver
Jul 2026Cue WA 6640Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
Need to look after the gear well and push for the safety not the 4.5 loads per shift.
The good thingsVery good supervisors in all three crews and the project manager. can communicate very easily with them.
The challengesThey need to be improved communication , safety, mutual respect, cheap behavior by senior operators. Some of the management decisions make more down time and not productive at all
When it comes to the pre-start meeting, they talk like its the best place to work, but in reality, it is not.
4.0
Road Train Driver
Apr 2026Meekatharra WA 66421 to 2 years in the role, former employee
Land a good site & it’s a good job—end up at the wrong one, then run for hills.
The good thingsAt this particular site, a key strength is the people—most colleagues and staff are supportive, approachable, and genuinely great to work with. It also offers strong opportunities to develop a broader skill set, with employees able to become multi-skilled and gain experience across different areas specific to this site.
The challengesUnfortunately, not all sites within the company are equal. My initial placement (at a site I won’t name) was extremely stressful, with clear issues around workplace behaviour and a lack of support. There were no comfortable or trusted avenues to raise concerns, which made the situation worse.
Management at that site operated very much as a purple circle, and if you didn’t fit their mould, you were singled out and pushed to breaking point. Had my transfer not gone through, I would have resigned within three months. The culture felt immature and unprofessional.
There was a clear contradiction between what was said and what was expected—staff were told to follow fatigue laws and take breaks, but were simultaneously pushed to increase loads in a way that made legal compliance unrealistic. The focus was firmly on tonnes over people and compliance.
On top of this, the equipment was in poor condition—ageing machines with very high hours, frequent breakdowns, and ongoing parts shortages.
1.0
Safety Adviser
Mar 2026Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WALess than 1 year in the role, former employee
A role with valuable exposure, but cultural challenges exist
The good thingsMy time at MLG Oz provided solid exposure to mining operations and the opportunity to work with some genuinely supportive coworkers.
The challengesI found aspects of the leadership culture challenging at times. Several processes, particularly around safety, were not always implemented as consistently as the written procedures suggest, which aligns with feedback noted by other employees about gaps between documented safety protocols and day‑to‑day practice. Communication from management could also be inconsistent, and raising procedural concerns occasionally led to misunderstandings rather than collaborative problem‑solving. Some reviewers have described similar experiences regarding management style and workplace dynamics. While there are certainly positive individuals within the team, the overall environment may not suit everyone, particularly those in roles that rely heavily on clear communication and consistent support. I hope the company continues to invest in cultural development and leadership capability, as there is strong potential for improvement.
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