GENERAL MANAGER
Location: Brisbane, Melbourne or Perth (other locations considered)
About the role.
ITASCA Australia is seeking a agile and results-driven General Manager (GM) to lead our consulting office in Australia. This role requires combining robust technical expertise, leadership, and business acumen to drive sustainable growth while fostering a high-performing and collaborative work culture.
ITASCA Australia is a consulting business unit within ITASCA International, delivering specialised geomechanics and hydrogeology consulting services, as well as R&D; capabilities, to the mining and civil industries across Australia and internationally.
The GM has overall responsibility for the operation of the ITASCA Australia office, including full responsibility of finances, business development, and staff, while also working collaboratively with other ITASCA business units worldwide to provide outstanding value to our clients. The GM reports to the CEO of ITASCA International Inc.
Why this role matters.
Geomechanical, geological, and/or hydrogeological conditions are often deciding factors for the feasibility and realisation of mining, infrastructure, and energy projects. ITASCA is positioned to provide high-end consulting services, enabling clients to pursue developments and projects in these areas in a protected as well as financially and environmentally sustainable manner.
You will play a critical role in growing ITASCA Australia and its consulting practice by building trusted client relationships, mentoring staff, leading project teams, and connecting ITASCA's geomechanics, hydrogeology, engineering geology, and numerical modelling capabilities into stronger solutions for clients.
As the GM and Principal Engineer,



you will help clients understand complex geomechanical and/or hydrogeological conditions and situations, translating that understanding into practical decisions. Your work may influence mining method selection, extraction sequences, design of underground excavations, rock reinforcement design, mine water management, dewatering strategies, groundwater characterization, permitting, closure planning, and risk management.
Key responsibilities.
Assume full management for the operation of the ITASCA Australia consulting business unit, including full responsibility for finances, profit & loss ownership, business development, and staff.
Mentor staff and support high-quality project delivery through review, coaching, and knowledge sharing.
Leverage industry expertise and professional networks to attract and develop new business opportunities, while continuing to provide high-quality services to existing clients in known industries and emerging sectors, including geomechanics, hydrogeology, and engineering geology.
Maintain and enhance a positive, high-performing company culture, promoting and fostering interoffice collaboration within ITASCA.
Provide principal-level technical leadership on geomechanics, rock engineering and/or hydrogeology, including conducting technical work to a certain degree.
Represent ITASCA Australia at industry events, conferences, and workshops, enhancing external visibility.
Travel domestically and internationally for client meetings,



site visits, conferences and business events, business development, and internal collaboration and inter-company meetings.
About you.
Advanced degree (M.Sc. or higher) in rock engineering, geomechanics, engineering geology, or closely related discipline aligned with the core business of ITASCA Australia – or equivalent experience.
Minimum 15 years of work experience in the mining industry or consulting in the fields aligned with the core practices of ITASCA Australia.
Proven leadership experience with strong team development, coaching and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to inspire employees and lead them through change processes.
Demonstrated exceptional technical skills, leadership, and communication in rock engineering.
Demonstrated business development success, including securing large contracts and strategic partnerships, and established client relationships.
Project management experience within consulting, being both technically and financially responsible for projects.
Proven track record of professional development and growth.
Registration as a professional engineer in Australia.
Citizenship or permanent residency of Australia.
Compensation and benefits.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Performance bonuses (cash and company stock).
International collaboration opportunities.
Employee-owned company with long-term growth potential.
Relocation assistance (where applicable).
Professional development and mentorship from globally recognised experts.
Employment conditions, including annual leave, public holidays, parental leave and long service leave, are provided in accordance with applicable Australian legislation.
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📌 General Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Itasca Australia
📍 Brisbane