Principal - Major Studies

MMG; Cloncurry Shire; Remote; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

MMG Dugald River is seeking a Principal – Major Studies to lead scoping, prefeasibility and feasibility studies for North West Queensland assets, including brownfields and greenfields projects. You will steer multi-disciplinary teams, align with the North West Queensland Regional Strategy, and coordinate with asset planning, operations and external partners.

Based anywhere in Australia with site travel as required, this Monday–Friday role offers a remote-friendly arrangement, competitive

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in area of Business Improvement / Mining Engineering/ Metallurgy or similar.
• 10+ years relevant work experience in project/study management, business improvement or related fields.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary mining projects and teams.
• Exposure to underground metalliferous mining would be well regarded.
• Understanding of mining in North West Queensland and key value drivers
• Knowledge of Resources Safety and Health Queensland Legislation Mine Safety Act and other relevant legislation.
• Developing and maintaining external relationships
• Business Improvement concepts, strategies, and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead mining project Scoping, PFS and FS by engaging multi-disciplinary teams, including exploration, geology, mining, processing, infrastructure, SHEC, permitting/approvals, technology, business evaluation and risk.
• Support the development of the MMG North West Queensland Regional Strategy and Dugald River Mine Asset Strategy and provide input and guidance to the Asset Business Plan (ABP) and Budget.
• Engagement with Operations and Project Delivery teams to ensure smooth transition from studies to execution and into operations
• Provide support to regional M&A due diligence processes
• Develop and manage project and work scopes, deliverables, budgets and schedules
• Manage internal and external project approvals processes
• Identify and manage government and industry grants and partnerships that help to advance the regional and asset strategy
• Support Queensland Development and Dugald River functions to identify and develop projects aligned with the regional and asset strategy, including community, sustainability, growth and expansion, electrification, automation and remote operations

Skills

Multi-disciplinary project management

Stakeholder engagement

Mine safety knowledge

NW Queensland mining domain knowledge

Underground mining exposure

External relationships

Business improvement concepts

Education

Mining Engineering / Metallurgy / Business Improvement degree

Job description

At MMG, our vision is to create a leading international mining company for a low carbon future.

We mine for progress to create wealth for our people, host communities and shareholders with an ambition to grow and diversify our resource, production and value.

Our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity, inclusion and supports our people to grow. We are guided by our values; think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and we want to be better. We recognise the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate.

Dugald River mine is one of the world’s top 10 Zinc mine operations, which has been producing zinc concentrate for customers around the world since 2017.

The mine is committed to a low-carbon future. In April 2023 the Dugald River Solar Farm began operations, supplying a third of the mine’s power, and reducing emissions by 33% and this is just the start of its renewable energy transition.

Dugald River employs around 750 employees and contractors on a mix of fly-in, fly-out and local residential basis.

Principal – Major Studies

As the Principal – Major studies, you will play a key role in shaping the future of MMG's operations in North West Queensland. You will lead the scoping, prefeasibility and feasibility studies to support the MMG North West Queensland Regional Strategy and Dugald River Mine Asset Strategy. Working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders, you will develop mining projects from initiation through to the completion of Feasibility Study. This portfolio may include projects such as brownfields mine and/or process plant expansions/optimisations, as well as exciting new Greenfields mining projects across North West Queensland.

MMG Dugald River is committed to supporting local communities and creating employment opportunities within the region. As part of this commitment, we particularly welcome applications from residents of Cloncurry and Mount Isa. However, recognising the specialist nature of this role, we welcome applications from suitably qualified professionals across Australia, with flexibility in where you are based.

This Monday-to-Friday position offers the opportunity to work remotely, with travel to Dugald River and other regional locations as required. You will collaborate closely with site-based teams, operational leaders and key project stakeholders to progress studies and ensure alignment between strategic planning, project development and operational outcomes.

Qualifications, skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualification in area of Business Improvement / Mining Engineering/ Metallurgy or similar.
• 10+ years relevant work experience in project/study management, business improvement or related fields.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary mining projects and teams.
• Exposure to underground metalliferous mining would be well regarded.
• Understanding of mining in North West Queensland and key value drivers
• Knowledge of Resources Safety and Health Queensland Legislation Mine Safety Act and other relevant legislation.
• Developing and maintaining external relationships
• Business Improvement concepts, strategies, and methodologies.

Responsibilities include

• Lead mining project Scoping, PFS and FS by engaging multi-disciplinary teams, including exploration, geology, mining, processing, infrastructure, SHEC, permitting/approvals, technology, business evaluation and risk.
• Support the development of the MMG North West Queensland Regional Strategy and Dugald River Mine Asset Strategy and provide input and guidance to the Asset Business Plan (ABP) and Budget.
• Engagement with Operations and Project Delivery teams to ensure smooth transition from studies to execution and into operations
• Provide support to regional M&A due diligence processes
• Develop and manage project and work scopes, deliverables, budgets and schedules
• Manage internal and external project approvals processes
• Identify and manage government and industry grants and partnerships that help to advance the regional and asset strategy
• Support Queensland Development and Dugald River functions to identify and develop projects aligned with the regional and asset strategy, including community, sustainability, growth and expansion, electrification, automation and remote operations

What we offer

At MMG, we recognise that our people are central to our success. We offer a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity to contribute to significant projects that will help shape the future of our North West Queensland operations.

• Flexible Australian location: The ability to be based anywhere in Australia, with travel to site and regional locations as required.
• Monday- Friday roster: A structured working week that supports flexibility in how you balance your professional and personal commitments.
• Competitive remuneration: A competitive salary package and annual bonus opportunity.
• Meaningful work: The opportunity to influence major investment decisions, advance regional growth and contribute to the long-term future of Dugald River and MMG's North West Queensland portfolio.
• Collaborative environment: Work alongside experienced professionals across technical, operational, project delivery and corporate functions.
• Growth and innovation: Contribute to opportunities in sustainability, electrification, automation and emerging mining technologies.

We are an equal opportunity employer who values and respects diversity.

Dugald River is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. All personnel are required to comply with the site's Facial Hair Management standard, meeting the requirements of AS/NZS 1715:2009 for the effective use of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE). Personnel must also be fit for work at all times, including compliance with the site's zero-tolerance approach to drugs and alcohol.