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Principal Mining Consultant

📍 Melbourne, Australia

Consulting Mining Plus

Job Description

Join Our Growing Team! We're expanding and looking for experienced Principal Mining Consultants to join our Underground team at one of our Australian offices located in Perth and Melbourne.

About Mining Plus Mining Plus is a leading and respected mining technical services provider, comprising professionals specializing in geology, mining engineering (Surface and Underground), geotechnical engineering, mine ventilation, and operational management. Our mission is to deliver excellence for our clients, fostered by our passion for the industry and a continual focus on developing our high‑performing team. Our global footprint and collaborative approach mean our team engages in a diverse range of projects/commodities and contributes to mining excellence across the globe.

About The Role Every day brings new challenges as you manage projects across various commodities, geographies, and clients—from emerging miners to major industry players. As a Principal Consultant, you'll deliver top‑tier consulting services, collaborate with international experts, and lead teams to ensure projects are executed with excellence, within budget, and on schedule.

Responsibilities

Provide expert technical advice and oversight

Conduct mining studies (Scoping, Pre‑feasibility & Feasibility)

Author and peer‑review technical reports

Mentor staff and oversee project contractors

Drive business improvements and support business development activities

Prepare proposals and contracts

Lead and manage multi‑disciplinary project teams, working with professionals to deliver high‑quality projects on time and within budget

About You

Minimum 15+ years of experience in the mining industry

Proficiency in Mine Planning software (Deswik preferred)

Experience in managing technical projects and stakeholders to deliver projects

Proven track record in client relationship building and networking

Ability to work independently or within teams

Strong financial management skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Consulting experience is highly regarded!

Legal Work Entitlement within Australia

Employee Benefits

Collaborate with a global team on diverse projects

Work across various commodities

Partner with industry professionals renowned for their expertise

Enjoy flexible work options

Access to Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, and Long Service Leave

Interested in learning more about us? Visit our About Us page at https://www.mining-plus.com/about

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Job Details

Posted Date: March 18, 2026
Job Type: Consulting
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Company: Mining Plus

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