Manager – Mining Operations Advisory

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KPMG Australia is seeking a Manager to join its Mining Operations Advisory team in Perth, a full-time onsite role. You’ll lead engagements across structured planning, management operating systems, autonomous operations, truck-shovel optimisation and operating model transformation for tier-one mining clients, applying deep mining operations know-how with a consulting mindset to deliver measurable value. You’ll mentor junior staff, help shape business development, and collaborate across KPMG’s Energy, Mining and Property practice. The right candidate has extensive mining operations or advisory experience, exposure to iron ore, gold, coal or base metals, and a proven ability to lead multiple workstreams with strong stakeholder communication. To apply, tailor your CV to show leadership, hypothesis-driven problem solving, quantifiable impact, and cross-functional collaboration, and demonstrate how you foster an inclusive high-performance team.

Job Description

KPMG’s Mining Operations Advisory team partners with leading mining organisations to solve complex operational challenges across the value chain — from pit to port. We bring deep operational insight, structured problem-solving, and a collaborative approach to deliver sustainable performance improvements. Our work spans structured planning, management operating systems, autonomous operations, truck-shovel optimisation, operating model design, and asset performance uplift.

We are seeking a Manager to join our high-performing Mining Operations Advisory team in Perth. This role is ideal for someone with strong mining operations experience who has also developed a consulting skillset to engage clients, lead teams, and deliver impactful change.

Your Opportunity

You’ll work with tier-one mining clients to design and implement solutions that improve operational performance, integrate technology, and align frontline execution with strategic goals. You’ll also help shape the future of our practice by mentoring junior team members and contributing to business development.

As a Manager, you will:

• Lead and deliver engagements across areas such as structured planning, MOS, truck-shovel optimisation, autonomous operations, and operating model transformation.
• Apply your mining operations knowledge to solve real-world problems in collaboration with client teams.
• Use structured, hypothesis-driven approaches to identify high-impact opportunities and deliver measurable value.
• Coach and develop junior consultants, fostering a high-performance and inclusive team culture.
• Collaborate nationally with colleagues across KPMG’s Energy, Mining and Property practice.

How are you Extraordinary?

• You are able to digest, distil, and communicate complex concepts in both written and verbal forms.
• You are a strategic critical thinker, and love using that skill to solve complex problems and plan for the future.
• You are a teambuilder who does your best work with a diverse and multidisciplinary team around you to collaborate, share ideas, and learn together.    

Your Experience

We’re looking for someone who brings the credibility of mining experience with the mindset of a consultant. You might have worked in operational roles (e.g. planning, production, technical services) and then moved into advisory, or you may have built your consulting career with a strong mining focus.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience in mining operations and/or consulting, ideally with exposure to iron ore, gold, coal, or base metals.
• Strong understanding of operational processes across the mining value chain (e.g. planning, haulage, processing, port operations).
• Ability to lead client engagements and manage multiple workstreams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) is desirable.
• Tertiary qualifications in engineering, mining, business, or a related field.

Additional Information

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.