Study Manager

Hatch Ltd.; Perth; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch is seeking a senior Study Manager in Perth, Western Australia, to lead multidisciplinary teams and shape, plan, and deliver high-quality technical studies that support clients’ investment decisions.

You will combine technical credibility with commercial discipline, guiding study outcomes from option identification through to recommendations. The role requires 15+ years in mining/metals, energy, or infrastructure and a track record of delivering robust feasibility studies.

Qualifications

• 15+ years’ experience in mining and metals, energy, or infrastructure.
• Experience delivering robust technical studies including feasibility studies.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and facilitate stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams to shape, plan, and deliver high-quality studies that support clients’ strategic investment decisions.
• Combine technical credibility, commercial discipline and facilitation skills to guide study outcomes from early option identification through to well-supported recommendations.
• Engage internal teams, clients and external stakeholders to drive alignment and informed decision-making.

Job description

Study Manager

Date: Aug 27, 2026

Location: Perth, Western Australia, AU

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:101086

Job Category:Metals; Energy; Infrastructure; Mining

Location:Perth,Western Australia,Australia

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

If it isn't grown, it's mined. Our mining and metals teams help our clients to safely and sustainably mine the minerals and metals used in our everyday lives. Want to play a part of innovating and optimizing the mining life cycle on greenfield and brownfield facilities?

We are seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced Study Managers to join our Perth team. This opportunity is ideal for senior professionals with 15+ years’ experience in mining and metals, energy, or infrastructure, and a demonstrated track record of successfully delivering robust technical studies, including feasibility studies, across process and/or non-process infrastructure.

As a Study Manager at Hatch, you will lead multidisciplinary teams to shape, plan, and deliver high-quality studies that support our clients’ strategic investment decisions. You will combine technical credibility, commercial discipline, and strong facilitation skills to guide study outcomes from early option identification through to well-supported recommendations. You will be expected to work confidently across complex project environments, bring structured thinking to ambiguity, and ensure that studies are practical, defensible, and aligned with client objectives.

The ideal candidate will be able to:

• Develop strong study methodologies that are fit-for-purpose, structured, and aligned to the client’s decision-making needs.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, executive summaries, and high-quality presentations that communicate complex technical and commercial issues clearly and effectively.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining focus on study objectives and deliverables.
• Lead rapid option development and screening, including short, focused sprints to identify and eliminate non-viable options early, and to rapidly determine the most promising pathways through practical multi-criteria assessments.
• Facilitate effective engagement with internal teams, clients, external stakeholders, and vendors to drive alignment and informed decision-making.
• Challenge the status quo, bringing lessons learned, best practice, and market insight from previous experience to improve outcomes.
• Act like an owner - demonstrating accountability, sound judgement, initiative, and a strong commitment to delivering value. “Acting like owners” is one of Hatch’s stated values, alongside innovation, integrity, cost-effective delivery, and long-term relationships.

Preferred Experience

We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:

• Significant experience leading or coordinating technical studies in mining, minerals processing, energy, transport, ports, bulk materials handling, utilities, or broader infrastructure.
• A strong understanding of study phases, governance, risk management, and decision support requirements.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering and advisory teams.
• Strong commercial acumen, including experience managing budgets, deliverables, interfaces, and client expectations.
• The ability to synthesize technical, operational, commercial, and strategic inputs into clear study outcomes and recommendations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation capability across both technical and executive audiences.

Location

This role is based in Perth, Western Australia. Hatch maintains an office in Perth at Level 1, 197 St George’s Terrace.

If you are a senior study professional who thrives in complex project environments and is passionate about shaping high-quality study outcomes, we would welcome your expression of interest.

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

Hatch holds an innovate reconciliation action plan and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Straight islanders to apply. As an accredited Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (WGEA) and Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering a workforce in each of our locations that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Within Australia, this includes supporting and encouraging a collaborative workplace and a comprehensive benefit offering. If you have any special needs requirements, please discuss with us and we will do our utmost to accommodate your request. We are managing this recruitment process directly and are not accepting unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.