Cost Controller

WORK LOCATION: Binduli Site

ROSTER: 5:2 (Residential) / 9:5 FIFO (Ex Perth)

PACKAGE: Salary + Performance Bonus + Insurance + Private Health + Other Benefits

WHY NORTON GOLD FIELDS?

We are one of Australia's largest domestic gold producers with mining and processing complex in Western Australia's world-class Kalgoorlie Goldfields region. Currently, we are progressing development plans to develop a series of expansion projects in the region.

Our vision is to be the leading gold producer, setting the industry benchmark in safety, teamwork, innovation, operational efficiency, and cost control.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Project Cost Controller is responsible for managing and monitoring all project cost-related activities to ensure financial performance and compliance with budget, schedule, and corporate policies. This role provides timely and accurate cost reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support effective decision-making and successful project contract delivery.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Cost Planning & Budgeting – Prepare project budgets, estimates, cash flows, and align costs with schedules and methodologies.
• Cost Control Procedures – Maintain WBS, cost systems, and support value engineering to reduce costs.
• Cost Monitoring & Reporting – Track expenditures, analyse variances, and provide regular cost reports highlighting risks and drivers.
• Tender & Procurement Support – Assist in pricing, RFQs/AFEs, evaluate tender submissions, and recommend suppliers.
• Forecasting & Reviews – Deliver accurate cost forecasts, update financial outlooks, and support progress reviews and audits.
• Collaboration – Partner with managers, engineers, procurement, and finance to ensure accurate cost allocation and decision-making.
• Contract Administration – Review payments, invoices, purchase orders, and supplier claims to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Compliance & Close-out – Follow financial policies, reconcile project costs, finalise reports, and document lessons learned.
• Safety & Legal Compliance – Promote WHS Act 2020 requirements, enforce safety culture, and meet environmental/legal standards.
• Risk & Issue Management – Identify risks, assess scope/financial impacts, and support mitigation strategies throughout the project.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent
• Current "C" Class Manual Driver's License
• Strong understanding of Australian Standards and cost estimation methodologies
• Advanced Excel and estimation software skills (e.g., CostX, Expert Estimation)
• Experience with mining/process infrastructure or NPI projects preferred

BENEFITS

• Receive $12k residential allowance per annum.
• Receive up to 10% short-term incentive payment (STIP) of your base salary.
• Fully covered family private health insurance through GU Health Complete Gold Cover or an allowance of $4.8k.
• Receive $2.4k allowance to put towards your choice of Death and Total & Permanent Disability (TPD) insurance.
• Pro-rata long service leave (LSL) after just 5 years of service and be entitled to 13 weeks paid LSL after 10 years of service.
• Opportunities for learning and development through various training programs provided by the company.
• Work in a team with a growth mindset, ensuring you are able to bring out your best.

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This can be your new beginning at a company that values its people and celebrates Diversity and Inclusion.

Norton is recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Australian Government's Workplace Gender Equality Agency. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for our roles, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or disability.