Director, Mining Business Transformation

Andersch Ag; Australia; On-site; AUD 122,500 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting is seeking an experienced Manager level candidate (Director title internally) to join the Brisbane and Perth Mining – Business Transformation practice in Australia. You will lead complex engagements, drive growth, and shape the Australian Mining practice with senior client exposure.

The role emphasizes strategy, operational performance, delivery leadership, and building lasting relationships with boards and executives across mining assets and value chains.

Qualifications

• 4 to 7 years' professional experience in mining/resources with consulting or advisory work.
• Proven track record leading complex transformation or performance-improvement engagements.
• Experience building client relationships with operational leaders and executives.
• Strong leadership and people management skills; able to develop multi-disciplinary teams.
• Technical degree in engineering/mining/geoscience/metallurgy or related business degree.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day delivery of mining transformation engagements across strategy and performance.
• Lead diagnostic assessments of operational performance across asset lifecycles and value chains.
• Design and implement transformation initiatives delivering measurable improvements.
• Prepare client deliverables, reports, and board-level materials with clear storytelling.
• Maintain client relationships and act as the primary day-to-day contact.
• Identify and manage engagement risks, issues, and scope escalation.
• Mentor and develop project teams of consultants and senior consultants.
• Set expectations for team performance and support junior staff development.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture aligned with FTI values.

Skills

Mining/Resources experience

Leadership & people management

Client relationship management

Communication & influencing

Project management

Business development

Strategic and operational consulting

Team mentoring

AI tools application

Education

Engineering/mining/geoscience/metallurgy degree

Business degree in commerce/economics/finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations. At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by-side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you. Are you ready to make your impact?

About The Role

In the Mining Business Transformation team, we focus on our clients’ strategic and operational needs by addressing the full spectrum of performance, productivity, and financial challenges faced by mining organisations, boards, private equity sponsors, creditor constituencies, and other stakeholders. Our team partners with clients to improve performance, accelerate growth, and unlock long-term value. In Australia, we have developed a strong focus on the mining sector and are now seeking to grow that capability at a senior level. Our team combines practical mining operations experience with strategic and operational corporate advisory expertise, enabling us to engage credibly with boards, executives, and operational leaders. We are seeking an experienced Manager level candidate (internal title will be Director) to join our Brisbane and Perth Mining – Business Transformation practice. This is a mid-leadership role for a commercially astute professional with a track record of delivering complex transformation engagements, building lasting client relationships, and driving business development in the mining and resources sector. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the growth and direction of our Australian Mining practice.

What You’ll Do

• Managing day-to-day delivery of mining transformation engagements across strategy, operational performance, and business improvement, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to a high standard
• Conducting and leading diagnostic assessments of operational performance across mining asset lifecycles and value chains, translating findings into clear, actionable recommendations
• Designing and implementing transformation initiatives across operations and projects to deliver measurable and sustainable improvements in client performance
• Preparing and reviewing client deliverables including reports, presentations, and board-level materials, ensuring clear and compelling storytelling throughout
• Managing client relationships throughout engagement delivery, serving as the primary day-to-day point of contact and maintaining trust and confidence with operational leaders and senior stakeholders
• Proactively identifying and managing engagement risks, issues, and scope, and escalating appropriately to ensure successful outcomes
• Managing, mentoring, and developing project teams of consultants and senior consultants across engagements
• Setting clear expectations for team performance, providing regular feedback, and supporting the professional growth of junior staff
• Fostering a collaborative, high-performance team culture consistent with FTI Consulting’s values
• Contributing to internal capability development, including training, knowledge sharing, and the development of methodologies and thought leadership

How You’ll Grow

At this level, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of FTI Consulting’s Mining practice in Australia. You will work alongside globally recognised experts and access FTI’s international network of sector specialists, providing exposure to the most complex and high-profile mandates in the industry. You will also play an important role in building the next generation of mining transformation advisors, leaving a lasting impact on the team and the profession.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Basic Qualifications 4 to 7 years' of professional experience combining substantive mining or resources industry experience with management consulting or corporate advisory experience. Please note candidates with above 15 years' experience will not be eligible for these positions.

• A proven track record of leading complex, large-scale transformation or performance improvement engagements in the mining or resources sector
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage client relationships throughout engagement delivery, with experience engaging operational leaders and senior stakeholders
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience managing and developing multi-disciplinary project teams
• A technical degree in engineering, mining, geoscience, or metallurgy, or a business degree in commerce, economics, finance, or a related discipline
• Deep understanding of mining operations, asset lifecycle management, value driver frameworks, and major program delivery
• Practical knowledge of AI tools and the ability to apply them appropriately in a professional context, including to support analysis, research and the development of client deliverables
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly to both technical and executive audiences (verbal and written)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• High levels of personal drive, resilience, and commercial acumen

This role may require travel to client and FTI offices

FTI Consulting acknowledges that we stand on the lands of the First Nations peoples and would like to pay our respects to Elders past and present. We extend solidarity and hope for a future where all are afforded justice, dignity and peace.

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Minimum Pay: $122,500 Maximum Pay: $162,000

Compensation Disclosure: The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role and is inclusive of Superannuation. Determination of actual salary is based on a combination of relevant factors such as market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience and qualifications.

With more than 8,100+ employees located in 32 countries and territories around the globe, we are the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. Our experts have led organizations, shaped policy, driven investigations, managed crises, advised world leaders and built businesses from the ground up.

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