Our client is delivering a first-of-its-kind minerals processing facility in North Queensland, supporting the advancement and commercialisation of critical minerals.
As the project transitions from construction into commissioning, they are seeking an experienced Operations Manager (Owner's Representative) to play a key role in establishing operational governance and driving performance from day one.
About the Role
This is a site-based position in Townsville, working at the centre of a brand-new processing facility as it moves toward commissioning (starting July).
Acting as the Owner's Representative, you will oversee the third‐party operator, ensuring safe, reliable, and repeatable operations while building the operational framework from the ground up.
This is a highly autonomous role in a greenfield/start‐up environment, where the initial focus will be understanding the plant, its systems, and building strong stakeholder and supplier relationships ahead of full operations.
Key Responsibilities
Represent the asset owner on-site, overseeing operator performance
Establish governance, assurance frameworks, and reporting structures
Support commissioning and early operations readiness
Drive performance through KPIs and structured operational routines
Oversee safety systems and critical controls
Manage operational change (MOC) and asset integrity




Build and manage relationships with contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders
Support commercial activities including contracts and service delivery
About You
Background in mineral processing, mining, or industrial processing environments
Experience in commissioning, start‐up, or early operations
Strong understanding of operational governance, MOC, and asset management
Safety-focused with experience in high-risk industrial environments
Robust stakeholder engagement skills across multiple parties
Able to operate in a highly ambiguous, first-of-its-kind environment
What's on Offer
Opportunity to shape a brand-new processing facility from commissioning phase
Site-based leadership role with strong autonomy and influence
Potential relocation support available for interstate candidates
38-hour work week (Monday–Friday)
AO8 Level - Approx.
$100/hr + super
Long-term project with strong government backing
EEO Statement
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
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📌 Operations Manager (Ao8) (Townsville)
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