Job Opportunity: Head of Project Delivery – Mining (EPC)Position OverviewMineFill Services is seeking an accomplished project delivery leader to head a multidisciplinary Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) team responsible for delivering major mining projects.

Reporting to senior executive leadership, this role has overall accountability for safe and successful delivery – from detailed engineering and procurement through construction, commissioning, operational readiness and handover. The successful candidate will lead project strategy, governance and execution, ensuring safety, quality, cost, schedule and performance objectives are achieved.

Company OverviewMineFill Services is a global provider and recognised leader in mine backfill services to precious metal mining clients worldwide. As a turnkey delivery business, MineFill focuses on scoping projects to address customer needs, solving technical challenges and delivering processes that meet those needs.

Key Responsibilitieso Lead the integrated engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and project controls functions.

o Establish and execute the project delivery strategy, governance framework and project execution plan.

o Make key engineering decisions to the design and implementation of the plant.

o Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with environmental, regulatory and community commitments.

o Oversee engineering quality, design maturity, constructability and technical assurance.

o Direct procurement, contract management and the performance of consultants, suppliers and construction contractors.

o Maintain control of project scope, budget, schedule, risk, change and commercial performance.

o Lead construction,



commissioning, operational-readiness and asset-handover activities.

o Build and develop a high-performing, accountable project team.

o Manage relationships with executives, clients, partners, regulators, communities and other key stakeholders.

o Provide transparent reporting and take timely action to address emerging project risks and performance issues.

About YouYou are a decisive and commercially astute project leader with extensive experience delivering large, complex mining, mineral-processing or heavy-industrial projects. You combine strong technical and commercial judgement with visible safety leadership and the ability to align diverse stakeholders around clear delivery priorities.

You will bring

o A tertiary qualification in engineering, construction management, project management or a related discipline.

o Significant senior leadership experience on major EPC or EPCM projects.

o Proven experience across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.

o Demonstrated accountability for major project budgets, integrated schedules and multidisciplinary teams.

o Strong contractor, supplier, commercial and stakeholder-management capability.

o Thorough knowledge of project governance, controls, risk and change management.

o Experience operating in remote,



complex and high-risk project environments.

o Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation and decision-making skills.

Qualified registration, postgraduate qualifications, project-management certification and experience delivering brownfield or operational mining projects will be highly regarded.

The OpportunityThis is a high-impact leadership role offering the opportunity to shape and deliver significant project development. You will lead an experienced project organisation, influence critical engineering and execution decisions, and take accountability for delivering a safe, operable and high-performing asset.

Have a real impact on the projects your run, and the business as a whole. MineFill operates with a relatively flat organisational structure offering individuals the ability to cover a range of activities in their role.

The position will require regular travel or extended periods at the project site, with the working arrangement determined by the project’s location and phase.

Why Work with MineFillo A flexible work environment based on openness, trust, communication and teamwork, with support for work–life balance.

o Long-term career development and the opportunity to lead a significant mining delivery program.

o A competitive compensation package.

Application ProcessIf you are a proven mining project leader ready to take ownership of a complex EPC delivery program, please submit your resume, cover letter and relevant certifications to [email protected].

MineFill Services is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We look forward to reviewing your application.

📌 Project Delivery Manager (Newcastle)
🏢 MineFill Services
📍 Newcastle