Project Manager Mining

Gunnedah Basin Haulage; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5:2 roster with WFH Friday

Collaborative project team

Competitive remuneration

Career development

Safety and operational excellence

Job summary

Whitehaven Coal is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join the Project Team at our Blackwater operation. Reporting to the Project Lead, you will manage the planning, execution and delivery of a portfolio of vital capital and operational projects, ensuring safety, on schedule and within budget.

You will work closely with site operational teams, contractors and engineering disciplines to drive outcomes that support the operation's success, with a focus on continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Mining industry experience required.
• Experience managing construction, infrastructure, maintenance or capital projects in mining.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and contractor management.
• Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to deliver projects safely, on time and within budget.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of site-based projects.
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets and resources.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions where required.
• Prepare project reports and communicate progress to key stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement and project execution excellence.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Contractor management

Project planning

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Engineering degree

PM qualifications / certifications

Job description

Whitehaven Coal is proud to be the leading Australian ASX-listed producer of premium-quality coal. We currently operate Daunia and Blackwater coal mines in the Bowen Basin and four mines in NSW.

Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.

Whitehaven is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join the Project Team at our Blackwater operation.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of capital and operational projects within one of Australia's leading mining environments.

About the Role

Reporting to the Project Lead, the Project Manager will be responsible for managing the planning, execution and delivery of a portfolio of vital projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on schedule and within budget.

The successful candidate will work closely with site operational teams, contractors, engineering disciplines and key stakeholders to deliver outcomes supporting the success of the operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of site-based projects
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets and resources
• Coordinate contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and statutory requirements
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions where required
• Prepare project reports and communicate progress to key stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement and project execution excellence

About You

• Previous relevant mining industry experience
• Demonstrated experience managing construction, infrastructure, maintenance or capital projects within a mining environment
• Strong stakeholder engagement and contractor management skills
• Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Proven ability to deliver projects safely, on time and within budget
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities

Qualifications

• Formal qualifications in Engineering is required
• Project Management qualifications and/or relevant industry certifications will be considered favourably

What We Offer

• Attractive 5:2 roster with WFH Friday Option
• Opportunity to work with a high-performing and collaborative project team
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package
• Career development and growth opportunities within a leading mining organisation
• A strong commitment to safety, innovation and operational excellence

Help shape the future of mining operations at Blackwater.

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Successful ASX Coal Miner
• 26 wks. Paid Parental Leave
• $4k for successful employee referrals
• Awards and recognition through our STRIVE initiative
• Salary Sacrifice Opportunities

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.

Reward. Opportunity. Recognition. Great Place to Work.