MACA
MACA is an Australian diversified contracting group providing mining, civil, infrastructure, crushing, and engineering services to resource sector clients across Australia and Cambodia. A wholly owned Thiess Group subsidiary since 2022, it operates through six service divisions and holds subsidiaries PYBAR and Mintrex.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2002
- HeadquartersWelshpool, Australia
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What MACA does
MACA is an Australian diversified contracting group providing mining, civil, infrastructure, crushing, and engineering services to resource sector clients across Australia and internationally. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Welshpool, Western Australia, MACA operates through six service divisions: Mining, Crushing, Civil, Infrastructure, International, and Interquip (multi-disciplinary engineering). Since 2022, the company has operated as a wholly owned subsidiary of Thiess Group Holdings Pty Ltd, a diversified mining services conglomerate, and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. MACA's service offering has been expanded through wholly owned subsidiaries PYBAR (underground mining), Mintrex (engineering services), and MACA OPMS (Cambodia-based international operations).
MACA's core operational capability is built around a large fleet of heavy mining equipment including Liebherr R 9300 250t class excavators (where MACA was the first Australian resources operator to trial this model), Komatsu 1500-8 dump trucks, Hitachi EH3500 Electric Trucks, Epiroc and Sandvik drill rigs, and CAT dozers and loaders. The company has also explored autonomous haulage technology through a 2022 six-month trial with Safe AI and Position Partners at the Karlawinda Gold Project. MACA delivers drill and blast, load and haul, crushing and screening, civil construction, infrastructure maintenance, and SMP (structural, mechanical, piping) engineering services. Notable operational track record includes a TRIFR of 0.00 over 550,000 manhours at the Tampia Gold project and training/deployment of 115+ operators through its in-house Dump Truck Operator (DTO) Development Program since 2021.
MACA generates revenue through long-term B2B service contracts (typically 2-5 years) negotiated via direct enterprise sales to mining companies through tender processes. Pricing is contract-based and not publicly disclosed. The Gruyere gold mine (Gold Fields/Gold Road Resources JV) contract extension alone is expected to generate approximately $850 million over a five-year term. Other major enterprise customers include Capricorn Metals, Fortescue, Fenix Resources, Ramelius Resources, and Renaissance Minerals. Beyond contract revenue, MACA operates an e-commerce merchandise storefront supporting the Harry Perkins Institute charity partnership, and pursues event-driven brand building through the annual MACA Cancer 200 Ride (1,500+ riders, $8.24 million raised in 2025) and industry sponsorships.
MACA firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- MACA
- Legal name
- MACA Limited
- Website
- https://maca.net.au
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2002
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- MACA is an Australian diversified contracting group providing mining, civil, infrastructure, crushing, and engineering services to resource sector clients across Australia and Cambodia. A wholly owned Thiess Group subsidiary since 2022, it operates through six service divisions and holds subsidiaries PYBAR and Mintrex.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Where MACA is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Welshpool
- HQ country
- Australia
- HQ region
- Oceania
Offices3 records
Markets served
MACA business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others
Revenue model
- Mining Services Contracts: MACA generates revenue through long-term mining services contracts delivering drill and blast, load and haul, crushing and screening, and LV/HV maintenance. Revenue is earned through service fees under contract terms. The Gruyere contract extension alone is expected to generate approximately $850 million in revenue over five years.
- Civil and Infrastructure Services: MACA delivers civil construction projects including bulk earthworks, road construction, drainage, and aerodrome projects across Western Australia and Victoria.
- International Mining Services: MACA operates internationally through OPMS (MACA OPMS) in Cambodia, providing mining services alongside community development initiatives.
- Engineering Services (Interquip): Through subsidiary Interquip, MACA delivers SMP (structural, mechanical, piping) projects, new and refurbished plant and equipment, and consumables to mineral processing, energy and resource sectors.
- Merchandise Sales: MACA sells branded merchandise including MACA Cancer 200 apparel and gear through its online shop. Proceeds support charitable causes including the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Mining services contracts are negotiated individually based on scope of work, project duration, equipment requirements, and client specifications. |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels6 records
MACA product offering
Product offeringCore offering
MACA is an Australian diversified contracting group that delivers open-pit mining services (drill and blast, load and haul, materials handling, crushing and screening), civil construction (bulk earthworks, aerodromes, drainage), infrastructure services (road construction and maintenance), and multi-disciplinary engineering (via Interquip) to mining companies and government clients across Australia and internationally. Services are delivered under long-term contracts (typically 2–5 years) using MACA's self-owned heavy equipment fleet and trained operators.
Product overview
MACA is a diversified contracting group providing integrated services to the mining, infrastructure, and construction sectors. The company operates through six divisions: Mining, Crushing, Civil, Infrastructure, International, and Interquip. Mining Services forms the core offering with comprehensive open-pit mining capabilities including load and haul, drill and blast, and materials handling. Crushing Services provides specialized ore processing and screening. Civil and Infrastructure divisions deliver construction and road maintenance solutions. The International division extends operations globally. Interquip provides multi-disciplinary engineering services. MACA has expanded its capabilities through acquisitions including underground mining provider PYBAR and engineering services provider Mintrex. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Thiess Group Holdings Pty Ltd and operates primarily in Australia with international operations in Cambodia.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Mining Services Comprehensive open-pit mining services delivered to mining clients, including load and haul, drill and blast, materials handling, and asset management. Provided by experienced project teams with in-house equipment and capabilities.
- Crushing Services Safe, innovative, and efficient crushing and screening services for peak production across different mineral ores, using MACA-owned mobile crushing plant equipment.
- Civil Services Civil construction delivered via all contract models in greenfield and brownfield environments, including bulk earthworks, aerodromes, and drainage, for government and private sector clients.
- Infrastructure Services Road construction and maintenance solutions across Victoria and Western Australia, including road maintenance and construction, bridgeworks, parks and gardens, and vegetation management.
- International Services Mining operations delivered internationally (notably through MACA OPMS in Cambodia for Renaissance Minerals' Okvau Gold Project), including load and haul, drill and blast, and materials handling, with a proven track record of on-time, on-budget project delivery.
- Interquip (Multi-disciplinary Engineering) Multi-disciplinary engineering company delivering small to large scale structural, mechanical, and piping (SMP) projects, new and refurbished plant and equipment, and consumables to the mineral processing, energy, and resource sectors.
Quantifiable outcome
- TRIFR of 0.00 achieved at Tampia Gold project
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use MACA
Customer profileNamed customers7 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
MACA technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
MACA partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Renaissance MineralscoreMACA OPMS operates in partnership with Renaissance Minerals at the Okvau Gold Project in Cambodia. MACA OPMS has been dedicated to empowering communities across Cambodia for five years through sustainable partnerships, including constructing a new primary school at O Tang Lang Village and supporting Longnest Village school with toilet block construction and classroom equipment.
- Harry Perkins Institute of Medical ResearchcoreMACA's flagship charity partnership with the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research through the MACA Cancer 200 Ride. The annual cycling event has raised over $82 million throughout its history. The 2025 event raised $8.24 million. The partnership also includes the Putt for Perkins Golf Day and Coronas & Crays raffle. Next year marks the 15th anniversary of the MACA Cancer 200 Ride.
- Miners' PromiseminorMACA serves as a Charity Ambassador for Miners' Promise, supporting the organisation's health, safety and wellbeing initiatives. David Greig, Group Executive Australia West at Thiess MACA, is the WA ambassador for Miners' Promise. MACA participated in the launch of 'The Gift' theatrical experience showcasing care and compassion in the resources industry.
- Fortescue (Iron Bridge Magnetite Mine)coreThiess (including MACA operations) was awarded a two-year contract extension for mining and asset management works at the Iron Bridge magnetite mine in Western Australia's Pilbara region. The extension includes an option for a further two years. Iron Bridge is operated by Fortescue in a joint venture with Formosa Steel. MACA supports the ramp-up with additional fleet and personnel.
- Capricorn Metals LtdcoreMACA was awarded a five-year contract extension for full mining services at Capricorn Metals' Karlawinda Gold Project in the Pilbara region of WA. The contract includes client option to extend beyond 2030. MACA was also selected as preferred mining contractor for Capricorn's Mt Gibson Gold Project in the Murchison region. MACA has worked at Karlawinda since 2020.
- Fenix ResourcescoreMACA was awarded a contract to deliver drill and blast, load and haul, and crushing services at the Beebyn-W11 Iron Ore project in the Mid West region of Western Australia. The award builds on MACA's existing relationship at Fenix's Iron Ridge Iron Ore Mine (20km from Beebyn-W11), where MACA has provided full mining services since 2020.
- Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia (CME)minorMACA participated in the CME Inspiring Girls Careers Forum at Optus Stadium, engaging female secondary school students about career opportunities in the resources sector. MACA talent acquisition team members shared insights on career pathways, FIFO life, and company initiatives to develop women in the industry.
- Gruyere JV (Gold Fields and Gold Road Resources)coreMACA was awarded a five-year contract extension for open pit mining services at the Gruyere gold mine joint venture between Gold Fields and Gold Road Resources. The project is located 1,200km north-east of Perth in WA's northeastern goldfields. Services include load and haul, drill and blast, crushing and screening, and LV/HV maintenance. Expected revenue of approximately $850 million over five years. MACA also collaborates with traditional owners Yilka as part of operations.
- Train West and On Sixth Business Psychology ServicesminorMACA partnered with Train West and On Sixth Business Psychology Services to deliver the Statutory Supervisors Course. The program equips MACA employees with WHS compliance knowledge and skills to meet requirements of WHS regulations 2022. First session commenced 23 May 2023.
- MACA Cancer 200 Golf Day SponsorsminorAnnual MACA Cancer 200 Charity Golf Day sponsors include Oztrac, Liebherr, Kalamunda Toyota, Bell Equipment, Hitachi, Epiroc, Orica, RIMEX, and over 25 other mining industry companies. The 2023 event raised $165,645 for the Harry Perkins Institute. Kalamunda Toyota donates vehicles as hole-in-one prizes.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights6 records
MACA competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Perenti Global: ASX-listed mining services group (formerly Barminco/EMECO) providing surface mining, underground mining, and drilling services globally. Direct competitor across both open-pit and underground mining services that MACA also serves via its PYBAR subsidiary.
- Macmahon Holdings: ASX-listed diversified mining contractor offering open-pit load and haul, drill and blast, and civil earthworks across Australia. Direct competitor for MACA's core mining services contracts across gold and iron ore, with overlapping customer base in WA and tier-1 miners.
- NRW Holdings: ASX-listed mining services group providing drill and blast, load and haul, civil infrastructure, and equipment hire across Australia. Highly comparable in scale, service mix, and customer base to MACA, with similar exposure to iron ore and gold majors in WA.
- Boart Longyear: Global drilling services and products contractor serving hard-rock mining. Comparable to MACA's in-house drill and blast capability and competes for production drilling scopes within MACA's gold and iron ore client base.
- Downer EDI: ASX-listed infrastructure and mining services provider whose Mining division competes directly with MACA on contract mining tenders. MACA itself acquired Mining West from Downer in 2021, highlighting the head-to-head competitive positioning across WA iron ore and coal.
- Byrnecut Australia: Australian underground and surface mining contractor providing drilling, bolting, production mining, and equipment services. Direct peer given PYBAR's underground capability now sits inside MACA; competes for the same mining services tenders.
- DDH1 Drilling: ASX-listed specialty drilling services provider to the Australian mining sector (RC, diamond, grade control). Direct comparator to MACA's drilling services offering and frequently competes for the same rig contracts at MACA's gold and iron ore project sites.
- BGC Contracting: Privately held Australian mining and civil contractor offering load and haul, drill and blast, crushing, and civil earthworks. Directly competes with MACA across gold and iron ore open-pit mining services in WA.
Regional players
- John Holland: Australian major infrastructure and rail contractor with civil and tunnelling capability overlapping MACA's Civil/Infrastructure divisions. Overlaps with MACA on projects such as the Victorian NELP and other state-level road/bridge works.
Broad incumbents
- Thiess Group: MACA's parent company and Australia's largest mining services contractor with global operations across metallurgical coal, copper, iron ore, and nickel. While also a parent, Thiess operates in many of the same commodity and geographic segments as MACA and is the closest large-incumbent peer for benchmarking.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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MACA leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles5 records
MACA subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries4 records
MACA funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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MACA M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about MACA
What does MACA do?
MACA is an Australian diversified contracting group that delivers open-pit mining services (drill and blast, load and haul, materials handling, crushing and screening), civil construction (bulk earthworks, aerodromes, drainage), infrastructure services (road construction and maintenance), and multi-disciplinary engineering (via Interquip) to mining companies and government clients across Australia and internationally. Services are delivered under long-term contracts (typically 2–5 years) using MACA's self-owned heavy equipment fleet and trained operators.
Is MACA a public or private company?
MACA is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was MACA founded?
MACA was founded in 2002. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is MACA based?
MACA is headquartered in Welshpool, Australia, in the Oceania region.
How does MACA make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Mining Services Contracts are the primary driver. The others are civil and Infrastructure Services, international Mining Services, engineering Services (Interquip) and merchandise Sales.
Who are MACA's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Perenti Global, Macmahon Holdings, NRW Holdings, Boart Longyear, Downer EDI, Byrnecut Australia, DDH1 Drilling and BGC Contracting. John Holland is listed as a regional player. Thiess Group is listed as a broad incumbent.
Does MACA have an API?
No public API is recorded for MACA.