Contract Project Manager

Here’s the job description rewritten as a 12-month mining contract, in the same structure as the original:

Project Manager, Mine Site (12-Month Contract, FIFO)

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager for a 12-month contract with our operations team. The role is based on site at our regional mine, on an 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO roster from Adelaide or Perth, with the possibility of extension. You will deliver a defined program of capital and sustaining projects, with clear priorities for the contract term. You’ll ensure each project is completed safely, on time, within scope and within budget, and handed over cleanly to the operations team by the end of the contract.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver a defined program of capital and sustaining projects within the 12-month term, with safety as the first priority.
• Work with operations, maintenance and engineering stakeholders to confirm project scope, objectives and deliverables early in the contract.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets and resourcing, aligned with planned shutdowns and production requirements.
• Identify and manage project risks using the site’s risk management, permit to work and safety systems.
• Manage contractors from scope and tender through to delivery and handover, including performance, variations and safety compliance.
• Monitor progress, cost and performance, adjusting as needed to deliver the program within the contract term.
• Run regular project and contractor coordination meetings, and report to the project director and site leadership.
• Ensure compliance with mine safety legislation, environmental approvals and company standards.
• Prepare full handover documentation and transfer knowledge to the permanent team before the contract ends.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related field.
• At least 5 years of project management experience, preferably on operating mine sites or in heavy industry.
• Proven track record of delivering projects safely and on time, ideally in contract or fixed-term roles.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, with PMP or PRINCE2 highly regarded.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to get up to speed quickly and solve complex problems in a fast-paced operating environment.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project, and the Microsoft Office suite.

Contract details:

• 12-month contract, with possible extension
• Engagement as a contractor (ABN, daily rate) or on a fixed-term employment contract
• FIFO flights, plus accommodation and meals on site

Site requirements:

• Generic mining induction (or willingness to obtain before starting)
• Current driver’s licence (manual preferred)
• Current first aid certificate
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol test
• Full working rights in Australia

A contract role also gives the demo a natural lead-in to HCM1 item 7, which onboards a contractor with an ABN and a contractor checklist instead of TFN and super forms. If you want, I can make one of the candidates (for example Peter) a contractor so you can show both onboarding flows.