Technical Services Manager – Black Star Open Cut Project

About the role

Glencore is recruiting a Technical Services Manager for the Black Star Open Cut Project, based initially in Brisbane and transitioning to a FIFO roster to Mount Isa. Reporting to the Project Director, the manager leads technical studies, mine planning and multidisciplinary workstreams from feasibility through to project execution, coordinating inputs across mining, geology, geotechnical, processing and commercial disciplines. Applications close on 23 November.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and coordination of technical studies for the project
• Manage multidisciplinary teams across mining, geology, geotechnical, processing and metallurgical disciplines
• Coordinate feasibility study activities and ensure project milestones are met
• Oversee mine plans, project evaluations and technical recommendations
• Manage external consultants undertaking specialist studies and independent technical reviews
• Ensure technical outputs align with operational, financial and strategic objectives
• Support life-of-asset planning, optimisation initiatives and value improvement
• Contribute to annual budgets, capital forecasts and long-term financial planning
• Prepare executive reports and recommendations for investment decisions
• Maintain governance frameworks and build relationships across operations, projects, finance, commercial and technical functions
• Lead, mentor and develop technical professionals; drive a culture of safety and continuous improvement

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering or a related discipline
• Extensive experience in Technical Services, mine planning, project development or feasibility studies
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale mining studies and capital projects
• Experience managing multidisciplinary technical teams and external consultants
• Strong commercial and strategic decision-making and stakeholder engagement skills

Required skills

• Strong understanding of mine planning, geology, geotechnical engineering and processing interfaces
• Stage-gate project governance frameworks such as CMF or equivalent
• Financial evaluation, budgeting and capital project assessment
• Exposure to logistics, infrastructure or mineral supply chain planning is highly regarded

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration with 12% superannuation
• Glencore Rewards including health insurance discounts and retail offers
• Leadership development programs and career progression pathways
• FIFO flexibility with transition from Brisbane to Mount Isa