Project Manager - Alternate

Macmahon; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave for primary carers

Retail discounts (homewares, outdoor,油

Job summary

Macmahon Underground is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Alternate to join our Underground leadership team. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will deliver high-performing underground mining operations, leading multidisciplinary teams to achieve safety, schedule and budget targets.

Based on an 8 day on, 6 day off roster, FIFO from Perth, you will work with seasoned leaders, shaping the future of Macmahon while ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to contractual requirements.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading underground mining projects.
• Strong safety and compliance mindset.
• Proven track record delivering on time and within budget.
• Roster and FIFO experience in remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe, efficient delivery of underground mining projects.
• Oversee contract management to maximise financial performance.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships per contract.
• Drive compliance with underground mining legislation and safety standards.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts and KPIs; implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate resources, personnel and equipment to optimise outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Project planning

Safety compliance

Job description

Together. Works.

At Macmahon, you’ll find something different.

We're one of Australia's leading underground mining contractors with more than 30 years of Underground experience delivering safe, productive and commercially successful mining projects. Our reputation has been built by outstanding people, strong client partnerships and a commitment to doing what we say we'll do.

This is more than an operational role. It's an opportunity to influence the direction of a growing business, develop future leaders, build client relationships, contribute to winning new work and make a lasting impact on one of the industry's most respected underground mining contractors.

About the Role

Macmahon Underground has a rare opportunity for an experienced Project Manager - Alternate to join our Underground leadership team.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-performing underground mining operations, leading and inspiring teams to execute large-scale projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

Based on an 8 day on, 6 day off roster, FIFO from Perth, you will work alongside some of the most experienced leaders in underground mining while helping shape the future of Macmahon.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe, efficient, and profitable delivery of underground mining projects, ensuring performance targets are achieved.
• Oversee contract management processes to maximise financial performance while identifying and mitigating operational risks.
• Build and maintain effective client relationships, ensuring operational activities align with contract requirements and client expectations.
• Drive compliance with all underground mining legislation, safety standards, and company policies.
• Monitor project performance, budgets, forecasts, and KPIs, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Coordinate resources, personnel, and equipment to optimise productivity and project outcomes.

What You’ll Bring

• Provide strong leadership and mentorship to large, multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Promote and champion a values-based culture aligned with Macmahon's Winning Values of United, Courage, Integrity, and Pride.
• Contribute to the ongoing growth and success of Macmahon's underground mining operations through effective leadership and operational excellence.
• Roster: 8 days on, 6 days off
• Travel: FIFO from Perth
• Competitive benefits package including:
  • Paid Parental Leave for primary carers
  • Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
  • Novated leases
  • Comprehensive wellbeing program

Why Macmahon?

• An organisation that does things the right way, with strong backing from experienced leaders and support teams
• We develop our people to be our future
• Opportunity to shape performance and culture

United | Courage | Integrity | Pride