Mine Contracts Coordinator

$120,000 – $130,000 per year + Superannuation

At QMAG, we are advancing the world through premium-quality magnesia products. From one of the world's largest deposits of cryptocrystalline magnesite located in coastal Queensland, Australia, we mine, process, and deliver to global and domestic customers with a strong focus on sustainability. QMAG is committed to operational sustainability – from responsible raw magnesite mining to, leading technology processing through to continual environmental rehabilitation. We believe our approach delivers lasting benefits to our Shareholders and customers, but importantly, to the communities where we operate.

QMAG offers a career in the resources industry while allowing a home every night family focus while living in a coastal climate.

As QMAG Pty Limited is a fully owned subsidiary of the Refratechnik Group ), a global network of companies and is the only family-owned refractory company operating worldwide, we attach great importance to a values-oriented corporate culture that frames what we do, but more importantly how we do it.

The Mine Contracts Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all contract-related activities at the Kunwarara mine, ensuring operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. This includes managing subcontractors, haulage logistics, and stockpile operations to ensure full compliance with contractual requirements, while aligning with the broader business strategy and driving low-cost operational outcomes.

About You

Your knowledge and skills are vital to your success in this role. Your experience will also include:

Outstanding leadership and team management abilities.

Effective communication skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

Proven experience in initiating, contributing to, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Effective time management, planning, and prioritization skills, with the ability to influence others to achieve their goals.

Actively promotes and upholds a culture of safety

About The Role

As the Mine Contracts Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing various mine services contracts to ensure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness for QMAG. Key responsibilities include applying contract terms to maximise benefits, overseeing dayworks and screening activities to reduce costs, and coordinating with engineering and survey teams to ensure compliance with design and volumetric requirements. The position also entails scheduling and monitoring haulage operations under contract, managing ancillary works such as road construction and land clearing, and ensuring timely and cost-effective completion of scopes. A strong focus on safety, environmental compliance, and adherence to QMAG's SHMS is essential, along with maintaining accurate records for end-of-month reporting, validating contractor claims, and providing regular updates to site leadership on performance, issues, and improvements.

The Requirements

We are looking for candidates with the following:

Certificate IV or higher in Surface Extraction Operations, Civil Construction, or related field.

Minimum 10 years' experience in mine operations.

Demonstrated leadership and contractor management experience.

Sound knowledge of mine infrastructure, water management, and environmental compliance.

QMAG Benefits and Culture

You can look forward to working within an inclusive corporate culture that puts people first and always ensures our employees' health and safety. How we do this:

26 weeks Primary Parental Leave full pay or 52 weeks Primary Parental Leave half pay, 4 weeks Secondary Parental Leave

Access to corporate discounts on a range of banking and health insurance benefits such as staff retail banking discounts, savings accounts, credit cards, home loans, refinancing options, and access to a range of financial well-being content

Career development opportunities including training, coaching, and mentoring programs. We offer study assistance and paid study leave.

Employee assistance programs, training programs on mental health, meditation, and other wellbeing services

Access to Subscriptions, Corporate and Personal Memberships

Discounted Gym Memberships

Company vehicle provided

Our Commitment to Diversity

QMAG is proud of its diverse employees with a unique mix of skills and talent. We believe diversity and inclusion enhance our workforce capability and culture. We embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. QMAG is an equal-opportunity employer. We highly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

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