MACA

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.

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

Headquarters

HQ city

Welshpool

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. 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.
2. Civil and Infrastructure Services: MACA delivers civil construction projects including bulk earthworks, road construction, drainage, and aerodrome projects across Western Australia and Victoria.
3. International Mining Services: MACA operates internationally through OPMS (MACA OPMS) in Cambodia, providing mining services alongside community development initiatives.
4. 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.
5. 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

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core 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

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Renaissance MineralscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 October 2025MACA 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 ResearchcoreOthers · 7 October 2025MACA'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' PromiseminorOthers · 28 September 2025MACA 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)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 September 2025Thiess (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 LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 June 2025MACA 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 ResourcescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 March 2025MACA 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)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 8 August 2023MACA 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)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 June 2023MACA 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 ServicesminorOthers · 23 May 2023MACA 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 SponsorsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 May 2023Annual 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

Direct 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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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments1 record

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