Mine Closure Specialist

An experienced Mine Closure Specialist is required to support a significant program of progressive mine closure and risk reduction activities. This role is critical to delivering closure outcomes across active closure scopes, with a strong focus on governance, compliance and long‑term risk management.

This position suits a closure professional who can work autonomously, take ownership of closure delivery, and make sound decisions that support sustainable, long‑term outcomes.
The role is primarily Perth‑based (CBD) with occasional ad hoc site travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mine closure activities across rehabilitation and closure scopes
• Project manage closure programs, ensuring alignment with regulatory and corporate requirements
• Maintain and deliver closure governance and compliance frameworks
• Manage and reduce closure‑related risks, including unresolved Class IV risks
• Support delivery of progressive closure strategies and associated risk reduction initiatives
• Engage and coordinate with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure closure decisions made today support long‑term closure success and liability reduction

Stakeholder Engagement You will regularly engage with:

• Government Regulators
• Traditional Owners
• Local Community Leaders
• Rehabilitation and Closure Teams
• Design and Geotechnical Teams
• Water and Safety Specialists

Strong communication and organisational skills are essential in this role.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in mine closure or rehabilitation roles
• Strong understanding of mine closure governance, compliance and approvals
• Proven experience project managing closure or rehabilitation activities
• Ability to work independently and autonomously
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication capability
• Sound judgement and a long‑term, lifecycle‑focused approach to closure

Contract Details

• Contract duration: 18 months
• Start: ASAP
• Location: Perth CBD (Monday to Friday)
• Site travel: Ad hoc, as required

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE PERMANENT RESIDENCY OR CITIZENSHIP WITHIN AUSTRALIA.
For more information on the role, the client or the project please click ‘APPLY NOW’ or contact Tristann McFerran on tristann@techresources.com.au or 0473 432 037.