Superintendent Administration

• Alternate working weeks: Brisbane office one week, site the next

• Supportive, down to earth culture where collaboration is valued

• Join a global mining business on a long term growth trajectory

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Superintendent to join a high-performing team within a major Australian mining organisation. This critical role supports commercial performance across a large open-cut operation shaping value, efficiency and risk outcomes that directly impact site and corporate results.

About the role

Reporting to senior commercial and site leadership, you will be a key commercial partner across operations, projects, finance and legal. Alternating one week in the Brisbane office with one week at site, you will lead a small, capable team to deliver accurate reporting, insightful analysis and pragmatic commercial advice that drives sound decision-making.

Key responsibilities

• Support commercial strategy, governance and reporting for operations and projects

• Manage the contracting lifecycle: tenders, evaluation, negotiation, award, variations and claims

• Drive category strategies, supplier performance and continuous improvement initiatives

• Ensure integrity of financial records; steward capital and operating expenditure control

• Deliver timely forecasts, variance analysis and performance commentary to leadership

• Uphold internal control frameworks and commercial compliance standards

• Assist in preparing budgets, five-year business plans and quarterly forecasts with clear insights

• Provide robust economic/financial evaluation to support strategic decisions

• Build collaborative relationships with site leadership and corporate stakeholders

How we work

• Alternating time evenly between Brisbane office and site

• Week in Brisbane followed by week at site

• Exposure to both site and Brisbane teams to influence decisions where they matter most

The lifestyle

This role is Monday to Friday with flexible work options during Brisbane weeks and structured site weeks. (Travel logistics for site rotations are supported.)

About you

• Proven experience working at an operating mine site or operational asset (mandatory)

• 5–8+ years post-graduate experience across commercial/finance/contracts in resources or heavy industry

• Strong financial/commercial acumen across budgeting, forecasting and cost control

• Depth in contracts & procurement (EPC/EPCM/AS-style), claims and risk management

• Demonstrated leadership of small teams and ability to work autonomously to deliver uplift

• Excellent communication skills; collaborative, solutions-focused and safety-committed

• Degree in Commerce, Law, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or related discipline
  Experience in mining or large-scale industrial operations is highly regarded.

Why join us?

• Diverse, high value work with tangible impact across a major portfolio

• Competitive salary package with a strong short-term incentive plan

• Wellness benefits and flexible work in Brisbane weeks

• Modern Brisbane office, career development across a large global business

Apply now to be part of our growth journey. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with full company and site details.