Legal Counsel - Mining, Environment & TenureFull-timeDiscipline: Legal & CosSecJoin a resources business and play a key role in advising on mining, environmental, land access and tenure matters that support operational success and future opportunities in Australia.Thungela Australia is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel – Mining & Environment to provide practical, commercially focused legal advice across our Australian operations and growth portfolio.Reporting to the Head of Legal – Australia, you will work closely with operational, technical and commercial teams on complex matters involving mining tenure, environmental approvals, land access, native title, cultural heritage and climate change regulation.This is an opportunity to apply your specialist legal expertise in a commercially focused role where your advice will directly support secure, compliant and sustainable mining operations.Thungela Australia is part of the Thungela Group and operates within the Australian resources sector.
Our people work across operational, technical, commercial and corporate functions to support responsible mining, strong business performance and sustainable growth in Australia.We value safety, collaboration, accountability and commercially grounded decision-making.Provide strategic, commercially focused legal advice on mining and environmental regulatory mattersAdvise on mining and exploration tenements, environmental approvals, climate change regulation, land access, native title and cultural heritage mattersSupport the acquisition, maintenance and compliance of mining tenure, and coordinate legal input for regulatory approvalsDraft, review and negotiate land access,



environmental, native title, cultural heritage and other related agreementsProvide guidance on regulatory compliance activities, audits, investigations, objections and associated litigationBuild effective relationships with operational teams, regulators, landholders, Traditional Owners and specialist advisersBachelor of Laws, Juris Doctor or an equivalent recognised Australian legal qualification.Admission as an Australian legal practitioner, with eligibility to hold and maintain a practising certificate in QueenslandPost-admission experience in mining, resources, environmental or related areas of law.Strong knowledge of Queensland mining and environmental legislation and associated permitting requirementsProven capability in drafting and negotiating agreements within complex regulatory environmentsSound commercial judgement, with strong stakeholder engagement and communication skillsWhat We OfferA high-impact in-house legal role supporting operational performance and future growth.Exposure to complex and commercially significant matters across the Australian resources sectorThe opportunity to partner with experienced operational, technical, commercial and legal professionalsA collaborative environment where practical advice,



sound judgement and constructive challenge are valuedMeaningful work that supports safe, compliant and sustainable mining operationsThungela Australia is part of the Thungela Group and operates within the Australian resources sector.
Our people work across operational, technical, commercial and corporate functions to support responsible mining, solid business performance and sustainable growth in Australia.We value safety, collaboration, accountability and commercially grounded decision-making.Who We AreWe strive to create a workplace where each individual feels valued, respected and free to be their whole, authentic selves regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, age, religion, ability, sexual orientation or identity.
We invest in our people through focused leadership programmes, ongoing training initiatives, and the strengthening of future-focused skills.What We OfferWhen you join Thungela, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.
But people want more out of their jobs than financial benefit alone.
Being able to work with thought leaders, opportunities for development, strong values and a sound organisational culture all contribute significantly to a compelling employee value proposition.Inclusion and DiversityInclusion and diversity for us is about everyone.
From how we recruit employees, to the suppliers and vendors we partner with the members of our board that steer our organisation.
We believe that by nurturing diversity, respect and inclusivity, we can create a culture where anything is possible.
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📌 Legal Counsel - Mining, Environment & Tenure (Brisbane)
🏢 Thungela
📍 Brisbane