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Special Projects Manager


Company : BUMA Australia


Location : Nanango, Australia


Created : 2025-06-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Title: Special Projects ManagerRequisition ID: 3149Department: OperationsGreat opportunity for a Civil / Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Meandu to assist in delivery of a range of special projects.About UsBUMA''s vision is to build a modern mining and rehabilitation company that drives growth. BUMA Australia adopts a relationship-focused, long-term strategy for project success. We consistently deliver value to clients throughout all mining stages, leveraging expertise and equipment for comprehensive surface operation services.About The RoleWe are seeking a Special Projects Manager for a 12 month fixed term contract at our Meandu mine. In this role you will use your project management skills to lead a team focused on the delivery of a range of assigned Capital Works, Minor Works and Maintenance projects for Stanwell. You will provide technical project management advice and assistance in relation to projects and contracts being managed.Key ResponsibilitiesLead project planning and coordinationAdministering the Special Works Contracts to preserve and claim entitlementsMaintaining positive relationships with client and stakeholdersTrack and evaluate the performance of project teams and subcontractors to ensure quality and efficiencyPreparing and calculating progress claimsIdentifying and resolving performance issues promptlyPreparing and delivering reports on production costs and manage project budgetsOverseeing the procurement process for projectsReporting against project schedules and planning or forecasting for timely deliveryAccurately tracking, monitoring and reporting on project budgets, risks, milestones and documentationMaintaining Risks and Variation registersProviding monthly cost reporting such that each project is transparently forecasted to completion in terms of revenue, cost and riskCoordinating suppliers and managing material logisticsConducting site inspections and upholding HSEQ standardsAbout YouBachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) or equivalentMinimum of 10 years experience in a similar role in the mining and resources industry, preferably with exposure to pipe networks and systems and capital works constructionHold G1, G8, G9 and STD11 qualificationsThe successful candidate will have substantial knowledge and experience in building project and contract management, including assessing and managing human and financial resources, with broad knowledge and experience in procurement, contract conditions and interpretation of legislation.Working At BUMABUMA Australia is a people focused business, with a strong emphasis on safety, training, development and continuous improvement. As a BUMA Meandu employee you will have access to:Full time fixed term role, 9 day fortnight rosterResidential position, accommodation providedEmployee financial, lifestyle and health benefits such as discounted health cover, discounted car rentals, superannuation, novated leasing and an Employee assistance programMeandu MineBUMA Australia provides a total mine service to Stanwell Corporations Meandu Mine to deliver coal to the adjacent Tarong power station. We are responsible for both managing and operating the mine.Services provided include planning, drilling, overburden removal, coal mining, coal processing, rehabilitation and maintenance of mobile and fixed plant. The project uses a combination of dragline and truck-and shovel operations. Meandu Mine currently has five working pits, with sufficient coal to fuel the stations until at least 2037.To be considered for this opportunity please click "Apply Now" to submit your application!All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. #J-18808-Ljbffr