Project Manager - (Silver Mine)

Myndshift Group; Cobar; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle

Job summary

Myndshift Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the restart of mining operations at a silver mine in the Cobar Basin, Central West NSW. You will oversee end-to-end delivery, including planning, execution, safety, and stakeholder coordination across maintenance and production teams.

The role requires proven mining project management experience, strong leadership, and a track record of managing budgets and contracts on complex brownfield projects.

Qualifications

• Proven project manager experience in the mining sector.
• Strong surface mining knowledge.
• Experience with mine restart, ramp-up, or brownfield projects is a plus.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead restart of surface mining operations from planning to execution.
• Oversee timelines, budgets and resource allocation.
• Coordinate operations, maintenance, and contractor teams.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
• Identify risks and drive continuous improvement.
• Engage site leadership, corporate teams and external partners.
• Deliver project on time and within budget with high safety standards.

Skills

Project management

Mining industry

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Budget management

Job description

Myndshift Group supports a number of industries including mining, civil construction and heavy engineering. With our extensive experience and wide-reaching network, we are proud to deliver the highest quality project personnel in partnership with some of Australia’s largest companies.

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established ASX-listed mining contractor, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the restart of mining operations at a silver mine in the Cobar Basin, Central West NSW. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to play a key part in bringing a significant asset back into production.

About the Role

Reporting to the GM of Mining, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of the mine restart project. This includes planning, execution, stakeholder coordination, and ensuring all operational, safety, and commercial objectives are achieved. Along with this build a high performing team across Maintenance & Production at this open-cut mine operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the restart of surface mining operations from planning through to execution
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including operations, maintenance, and contractors
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Identify and mitigate project risks while driving continuous improvement
• Engage with key stakeholders including site leadership, corporate teams, and external partners
• Deliver the project on time and within budget while maintaining high safety standards

About You:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within the mining sector
• Strong background in surface mining operations (essential)
• Demonstrated experience in mine restart, ramp-up, or brownfield project environments (highly regarded)
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Commercial acumen with experience managing project budgets and contracts
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities

What’s on Offer:

• Opportunity to lead a significant mine restart project
• Work with a reputable ASX-listed mining contractor
• Competitive remuneration package including Vehicle
• Challenging and rewarding role with long-term career potential
• Regional lifestyle in Central West NSW with the ability to build your own team