Mining Transformation Lead

Careermine

Brisbane

On-site

AUD 123,000 - 162,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

FTI Consulting is seeking an experienced Manager-level candidate (Director title) to join the Brisbane and Perth Mining - Business Transformation practice. This mid-leadership role requires a commercially astute professional with a track record delivering complex transformations, building client relationships, and driving business growth in mining and resources.

The role combines operational mining expertise with strategic advisory, engaging boards and senior leaders.

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.
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.

Responsibilities

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.
Team Leadership & Development – mentoring and developing project teams 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.