Manage small projects from front-end studies through to construction on a 5:2 roster Your new company Our client is a leading Australian resources organisation with established mining operations across the Bowen Basin. An opportunity is available within their Engineering department for an experienced Project Manager to join the team on an ongoing contract, managing a portfolio of small infrastructure projects.

Your new role Working within the Small Projects Management Framework, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of projects valued up to approximately $600K, with a focus on water treatment, sewerage and associated site infrastructure.

Your responsibilities will include

Project management or project engineering experience within mining, infrastructure or heavy industry

Experience managing projects from front-end studies through to construction and handover

Robust project documentation, reporting and Excel skills

Experience managing budgets, schedules, risks, contractors and consultants

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Water treatment or sewerage project experience will be highly regarded

What you'll need to succeed

Previous project management or project engineering experience within mining, heavy industry, utilities or infrastructure

Demonstrated experience managing projects through the full life cycle, from front-end studies through to construction delivery and handover

Strong front-end loading and project scoping experience





Experience managing small capital or infrastructure project portfolios

Strong project documentation and report-writing skills

Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Experience managing consultants, contractors, schedules, budgets and project risks

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work across engineering, maintenance and operations teams

Exposure to water treatment, sewerage or similar infrastructure projects will be highly regarded A strong commitment to safety, quality and project governance

What you'll get in return

This is an ongoing contract opportunity offering the chance to manage a diverse portfolio of small infrastructure projects within a major mining environment. You will work a 5:2 roster with camp accommodation provided. The role offers exposure to projects from initial front-end studies and scoping right through to construction, commissioning and handover, providing strong end-to-end project ownership.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, applications can be submitted via the "apply now" button. Please ensure you are submitting an up-to-date CV. If you have any further questions, please call Jennah Murray 07 4960 1129.

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📌 Project Manager - Small Projects (Mackay)
🏢 Jennah Murray
📍 Mackay