Water Management Specialist

3 days ago


Perth, Western Australia Karara Mining Full time
Key Job Details

Job Title: Water Management Specialist

Estimated Salary: AU$120,000 - AU$150,000 per annum

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Water Management Specialist to join our team on a 5:2 / 4:3 Roster at Karara Mine in Western Australia.

This role reports to the Principal Advisor Environment & Tenements and involves completion of day-to-day planning and scheduling activities, ensuring materials and labor for all water management activities.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate safe and efficient operation and maintenance of Karara's low-quality water supply system.
  • Undertake operational and maintenance planning for groundwater, drinking water and wastewater infrastructure.
  • Engage with contractors and suppliers to ensure operations are cost-effective and aligned to Karara's financial goals.
  • Coordinate compliance sampling and monitoring in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Liaise and coordinate contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
  • Develop reports containing approval documentation to secure future infrastructure ensuring continuous operations of the Karara Project.
  • Review and manage monitoring data to ensure quality and consistency requirements are met.
About Us

Karara Mining is a leading iron ore producer and steel maker in China. Our mine is located 200km south-east of Geraldton, Western Australia, and we have an expected mine life of 30+ years.

Why Join Us?

  • Family-friendly rosters provide more time at home and less time traveling.
  • Closer to Perth, the mid-west offers a more temperate climate than the Pilbara region.
  • 1Gbps Internet Bandwidth on site allows for video calls and internet surfing.
  • Eco-walking/jogging trail, swimming pool, mini golf, tennis, cricket, volleyball facilities.
  • Purpose-built airstrip with a short commute (45 minutes flight) from Perth.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.



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