Concentrator Technical Partner

Worley; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid work

Competitive remuneration

Global network

Career development

Job summary

Worley in Brisbane, Australia, is seeking a Technical Partner - Concentrators to lead advanced metallurgical consulting for base metals processing. The role blends deep technical mastery with strategic business development, shaping projects and influencing clients across a global network.

You will drive innovation in concentrator design and operations, mentor junior staff, publish thought leadership, and help Worley expand its market leadership in the mining sector.

Qualifications

• Advanced qualifications in Metallurgical, Minerals Processing, Chemical or Process Engineering.
• Professional registration, recognised industry standing, or equivalent credentials.
• Extensive experience across studies, project delivery, operations support or consulting within base metals concentrators.
• Strong expertise in copper and other base metal concentrator design and operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to support business development activities globally.
• Partner with customers to understand complex processing challenges and develop tailored solutions.
• Shape and influence high-value consulting opportunities and strategic pursuits.
• Champion Worley's technical capabilities and strengthen our market reputation.
• Act as a recognised industry authority in base metals concentrator processing and provide technical assurance on project delivery.
• Lead innovation in concentrator design, optimisation, debottlenecking and operational performance.

Skills

Technical leadership

Business development

Stakeholder management

Consulting delivery

Education

Metallurgical Engineering

Minerals Processing

Chemical Engineering

Process Engineering

Job description

About The Job

As we continue to grow our global Consulting business, we're seeking an industry-recognised

About The Job

As we continue to grow our global Consulting business, we're seeking an industry-recognised Technical Partner - Concentrators to help shape the future of base metals processing. This is a rare opportunity to combine deep technical expertise with strategic business growth, industry influence, and thought leadership in a role that directly impacts our customers, our people, and the mining industry. As a Technical Partner, you'll be a recognised subject matter expert in base metals concentrators, helping customers solve some of their most complex technical challenges while strengthening Worley's position as a trusted adviser across the mining sector.

About Us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialise in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

What You'll Do

Drive Customer Success and Business Growth

• Provide technical leadership and expertise to support business development activities globally.
• Partner with customers to understand complex processing challenges and develop tailored solutions.
• Shape and influence high-value consulting opportunities and strategic pursuits.
• Champion Worley's technical capabilities and strengthen our market reputation.

Provide Technical Leadership

• Act as a recognised industry authority in base metals concentrator processing.
• Provide technical assurance and oversight on complex consulting and project delivery engagements.
• Lead innovation in concentrator design, optimisation, debottlenecking and operational performance.
• Evaluate and apply emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Build Thought Leadership

• Publish technical papers and present at industry conferences.
• Represent Worley as a speaker, moderator or industry expert at high-profile events.
• Contribute to industry discussions, research initiatives and standards development.
• Develop market-facing insights that enhance Worley's position in the industry.

Mentor and Develop Capability

• Support the development of consultants and technical specialists across the business.
• Coach and mentor emerging talent.
• Contribute to workforce planning and capability-building initiatives.
• Help shape future technical leadership within the Consulting business.

What You'll Have

• Advanced qualifications in Metallurgical, Minerals Processing, Chemical or Process Engineering.
• Professional registration, recognised industry standing, or equivalent credentials.
• Extensive experience across studies, project delivery, operations support or consulting within base metals concentrators.
• Strong expertise in copper and other base metal concentrator design and operations.
• Demonstrated experience across:
  • Comminution and grinding circuits
  • Flotation systems and reagent strategies
  • Ore sorting technologies
  • Thickening, filtration and dewatering
  • Tailings and water management
  • Energy-efficient process design and optimisation
• Proven success delivering complex multidisciplinary projects and technical solutions.
• Strong customer engagement, stakeholder management and business development capabilities.
• A track record of industry recognition through publications, conference presentations or technical leadership.

Why you should apply

• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements.
• The opportunity to influence global mining and processing projects.
• Competitive remuneration & employee benefits.
• Access to a world-class network of technical experts.
• A collaborative environment that values technical excellence and knowledge sharing.
• Career development opportunities beyond this role.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard. And we’re reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success.