Project Manager - Rail Spur

About Whitehaven Coal
Whitehaven Coal is an important player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. We help power developed and emerging economies in Asia where there is strong and growing demand for our product, particularly for use in high-efficiency, low-emissions coal-fired power stations. With 20 years of industry experience we have developed a growing reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations.

About Whitehaven Coal

Whitehaven Coal is a leading Australian producer of premium thermal and metallurgical coal. With a commitment to sustainable development and innovation, we operate world class open cut and underground Coal mining operations. We seek an experienced Project Manager – Rail and Civil Infrastructure to join our team and drive the successful delivery of a major and critical project.

Role Overview

As Project Manager – Rail and Civil Infrastructure you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of the rail and civil infrastructure SOW for this major and critical project.

You will manage the project lifecycle for this project’s stream (rail and civil infrastructure), ensuring adherence to safety, quality, budget, and timeline requirements while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to meet operational objectives.

Initially based in Brisbane (six months) and then regular interstate travel required by the successful applicant.

What you will do:

• Project planning and execution
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and resources
• Lead the development and execution of rail and civil infrastructure for this major and critical project, which may include feasibility studies, design, tenders, construction and commissioning
• Develop, scopes of work, reports, presentations and other project related documentation
• Stakeholder engagement (internal and external)
• Collaborate with regulatory authorities, engineering consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure project alignment with organisational goals
• Manage stakeholder expectations and communication.
• Provide regular project updates and ensure clear communication of objectives and progress.

What you will bring:

• Technical leadership in the design and construction of rail and civil infrastructure, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, environmental regulations, and safety requirements
• Ability to conduct technical reviews and provide engineering solutions to project challenges
• Experience preparing, negotiating, and managing tenders and contracts with vendors, consultants and contractors
• Ability to monitor contractor performance ensuring delivery of work within agreed scope, quality, and timelines.

What you will need:

• A recognised degree or equivalent qualification or at least 15 yrs relevant experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ managing rail and / or mining infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated experience managing large scale rail, mining or related resource projects
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with diverse teams.

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal people in the workplace. We are striving for an inclusive workplace that brings people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes applicants of diversity of gender, culture and experience. To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.