Alliance Resources Pty Ltd – Sydney CBD NSW
Alliance Resources Pty Ltd (Alliance)
is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to come aboard with us on a full time basis, taking on responsibility for the delivery of the Wilcherry Weednanna Gold and Iron Project (WGIP) on the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia, as it transitions from development into construction, commissioning and production during CY****.
Based in Sydney, with the role requiring regular travel to the WGIP, located approximately 30 minutes north of the town of Kimba, South Australia. The position combines executive oversight with direct engagement in site-based activities as the project advances.
Role Purpose:
This role is responsible for leading the WGIP through post-approval execution, including construction, commissioning and the transition into production.
The COO will establish and lead the operating organisation, oversee construction and commissioning activities, and manage the transition into steady-state mining and processing operations.
The role carries end-to-end responsibility for mining, processing, infrastructure delivery, contractor management, workforce establishment and operational governance.
The COO will work closely with the CEO and Advisory Board on execution strategy, capital allocation priorities and operational readiness.
This is a delivery-focused executive role with direct accountability for outcomes and close integration between executive decision-making and site execution.
What you can expect:
This is a rare opportunity to join Alliance at a pivotal stage in the development of the WGIP and play a central role in shaping how the operation is built and run.
You will be part of a small executive team working closely with the CEO and Advisory Board, with direct influence over operational strategy and execution.
The role will suit someone who enjoys being close to operational detail, working across both strategy and execution, and contributing directly to the delivery of a mining operation from the ground up.




There is clear visibility between decision-making and execution, and the successful candidate will be trusted with significant operational responsibility from the outset.
Duties & responsibilities:
Lead the delivery of the WGIP through construction, commissioning and into production
Establish the operational organisation, including recruitment of key site leadership roles
Oversee open pit mining, underground development and gold processing operations
Review and optimise mine plans, mining methods, processing performance and operating costs
Manage mining, processing and infrastructure contractors
Develop and implement operational systems, reporting and governance frameworks
Prepare operational budgets, forecasts and production plans
Lead workforce mobilisation and site establishment activities
Ensure protected, compliant and environmentally responsible operations
Provide clear and regular operational reporting to the CEO and Advisory Board
Qualifications & capabilities:
Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent qualification
Senior operational leadership experience within the Australian mining industry
Experience across both open pit and underground mining operations
Strong understanding of gold processing operations
Experience delivering mining projects through construction, commissioning and production ramp-up
Experience building operational teams and mine-site organisations
Demonstrated ability to improve operational performance and optimise mining outcomes
Experience managing mining contractors and capital execution programs
Strong commercial understanding of mining operations and project risk
Comfortable operating closely with Boards, CEOs and operational teams in a hands-on environment
What we offer:
$290,000 package (including superannuation)
Performance-driven financial incentives aligned to operational and production outcomes
About Alliance:
Alliance is a privately owned Australian natural resources company developing the WGIP. The WGIP is now transitioning from development into construction and production, and Alliance is building the executive team to deliver it.
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📌 Chief Operating Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 Alliance Resources
📍 New South Wales