Full Time | Projects Team | Queensland
Queensland Metal Recyclers (QMR) is a leading metal recycling and recovery business delivering large-scale projects across themining, resources, demolition, infrastructure and industrial sectors.
With a growing portfolio of mining and major industrial projects, we are looking for an experiencedProject Managerto join our Projects Team and take responsibility for the successful delivery of projects from mobilisation through to completion.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who understandsheavy industry, mining and project-based workand is comfortable managing people, equipment, transport, clients and contractors in a fast-moving environment.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating and delivering a range of QMR projects across Queensland and potentially interstate.
Projects may involve:
Mining scrap recovery and removal
Large-scale steel cutting and processing
Demolition and dismantling works
Heavy industrial recovery projects
Mining equipment and infrastructure dismantling
Oxy/LPG cutting operations
Loading and transport of scrap materials
Shutdown and project-based works
Large-scale off-site metal recovery projects
You will work closely with QMR's management and operations teams to ensure projects are properly planned, resourced and delivered safely, efficiently and profitably.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage projects from initial mobilisation through to completion
Develop project schedules, work programs, and mobilisation plans
Coordinate labour, subcontractors, plant, equipment, and transport
Liaise directly with clients, site representatives, and contractors
Coordinate site access, inductions, and client onboarding requirements
Ensure project-specific documentation and SWMS/JSA requirements are in place
Monitor project progress, productivity, and costs
Coordinate transport requirements including trucks, floats, road trains,



and other specialised transport
Plan and coordinate heavy equipment including material handlers, excavators, forklifts, cranes, and cutting equipment
Manage daily site activities and resolve operational issues as they arise
Coordinate QMR personnel and subcontractors on site
Maintain regular communication with management regarding project progress
Identify potential delays, risks, and additional project requirements
Assist with variations, additional works, and client requests
Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with agreed scope and commercial requirements
Maintain accurate project records, timesheets, dockets, and supporting documentation
Complete project close-out and handover requirements
Ensure QMR's safety, environmental and quality requirements are maintained throughout the project
THE RIGHT PERSON
We are looking for someone who ispractical, organised and commercially minded.
You will need to be comfortable spending time on site, walking through a work area, talking to operators and tradespeople, coordinating equipment, and making decisions when things don't go exactly to plan.
The ideal candidate will have:
Proven experience managing projects within themining, resources, heavy industrial, demolition, civil or similar sectors
Strong understanding of heavy equipment and site-based operations
Experience coordinating labour, plant, transport, and subcontractors
Strong planning and organisational skills
Excellent communication and client management skills




Ability to read and understand project scopes and work requirements
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project costs
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Strong problem-solving skills
A high level of safety awareness
Current Driver Licence
Ability and willingness to travel to project sites as required
HIGHLY REGARDED
Experience or knowledge in:
Scrap metal recovery and recycling
Oxy/LPG cutting
Heavy steel processing
Mining shutdowns
Demolition and dismantling
Material handling and loading operations
Heavy haulage and transport coordination
Crane and lifting operations
Mining site requirements and onboarding
Standard 11 / S11
Coal Board Medical requirements
Client-specific mining inductions and compliance systems
Relevant qualifications inProject Management, Engineering, Construction, Mining, Civil or a related fieldwill be highly regarded, however, practical industry experience will be equally important.
WHY JOIN QMR?
QMR is a growing Australian-owned business with an expanding Projects Team and an increasing pipeline of major mining and industrial work.
This position provides the opportunity to be involved in a diverse range of projects rather than managing the same type of job every day.
You will have the prospect to work alongside experienced QMR operators, supervisors and management while being given genuine responsibility for delivering projects successfully.
We offer:
Full-time permanent employment
Competitive salary package based on experience
Ongoing mining and industrial project work
Variety of large-scale projects
Opportunity to work with major mining and industrial clients
Support from an experienced management and operations team
Career progression within a growing business
Company vehicle and/or vehicle allowance for the right candidate
Phone and other project management resources provided

📌 Project Manager – Mining & Industrial Projects (Gold Coast)
🏢 Queensland Metal Recyclers
📍 Gold Coast