Project Director Major Capital Upgrade Southern Highlands NSW

Hinchen Recruitment Group is partnering with a leading Australian construction materials business to appoint a Project Director for a m major infrastructure upgrade at its NSW Southern Highlands location.

This is a business critical investment that will secure the long-term supply of raw materials to its operations. The programme includes a new primary crusher, screening and conveying systems, an enclosed stacker reclaimer, and associated power, rail and site infrastructure. The completed facilities are designed to deliver 4 million tonnes of crushed rock each year.

The appeal of this role is the point at which you will join. Key equipment sourcing is under way, but the delivery structure and contracting approach are still being shaped. Our client wants an experienced leader who will take ownership, bring sound commercial judgement and build the team required to deliver the project successfully.

What's in it for you?

- A project with real scale and purpose: lead an investment of approximately $100m that is central to the future of the operation.
- The chance to make it your own: influence the contracting model, establish the project controls and help determine the structure of your delivery team.
- High visibility and genuine accountability: work closely with senior leaders and take the project through to commissioning and operational handover.
- An attractive package: remuneration will reflect your experience, with flexibility up to circa $320k for an exceptional candidate.
- A Southern Highlands location: enjoy a site based role in one of NSW's most appealing regions. Relocation can be discussed.

The role

You will be accountable for project scope, cost, schedule, safety and quality. One of your most important challenges will be integrating internationally sourced equipment with local construction and installation packages, while works proceed alongside an operating site.





You will develop the delivery plan and contracting strategy, build and lead a multidisciplinary team, manage major suppliers and contractors, and oversee construction, commissioning and handover. You will be supported by established engineering, procurement, operations, legal and planning teams.

About you

You have personally led a major capital project involving crushing, processing plant or comparable bulk materials handling infrastructure. You may come from quarrying, mining, cement, minerals processing or another heavy industrial environment.

You will bring strong experience in contract strategy and administration, managing multiple specialist contractors, resolving commercial and technical interfaces, and delivering works within a live operation. You are equally credible on site and in an executive project review, and you know how to build a team that takes ownership of delivery.

An engineering degree or related qualification is required.

This is a site based fixed term opportunity, with the project currently expected to run through to approximately June 2029.

Apply Now

If you are ready to put your name to a major project and lead it from delivery strategy to an operating asset, apply now or contact Hinchen Recruitment Group for a confidential discussion. For a confidential discussion contact Lorraine Thompson on or simply click Apply Now. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

About Hinchen Recruitment Group

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📌 Project Director Major Capital Upgrade Southern Highlands NSW (New South Wales)
🏢 Hinchen Recruitment Group
📍 New South Wales