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Executive Consultant - Mining - Perth
About the business and the role
SLR comprises over 4,500 staff across our global regions, with 35+ Technical Disciplines covering Engineering, Environmental, Scientific and Advisory Services. In the Asia Pacific region (SLR APAC), SLR has over 1,000 employees located throughout 24 offices. Our globally integrated Mining Advisory Group includes Geologists, Mining Engineers, Metallurgists, Geotechnical Engineers, Civil Engineers, and Environmental Scientists with extensive experience in the mining and exploration industries.
With team members in Australia, USA, Canada, Europe and Africa, SLR's Mining Advisory Group provides advisory services to the mining sector at all stages of project development from exploration and resource evaluation through scoping, prefeasibility and feasibility studies, financing, permitting, construction, operation, and closure and rehabilitation. We provide support to major mining companies, mid-caps, junior mining and exploration companies, financial institutions, governments, law firms and individual investors on the technical and commercial aspects of mineral property development and have extensive experience in all commodities and mining areas of the world.
We are seeking multiple people to fill two positions as an Executive Consultant - Mining to join our high‑performing APAC Advisory team. This senior technical and strategic role is responsible for leading and delivering complex, high‑value consulting assignments across the entire mining lifecycle.
As a trusted advisor to global mining clients, you will spearhead feasibility studies, independent technical reviews, due diligence investigations, operational improvement programs, and public reporting engagements-including Independent Technical Expert Reports, Competent Person Reports, and Ore Reserve statements.
This role offers the opportunity to work across multiple commodities, mining methods, and international jurisdictions, applying your deep industry expertise to guide strategic decision‑making and deliver high‑impact outcomes.
Job tasks and responsibilities
Lead and Deliver Strategic Mining Advisory Projects
Manage and execute feasibility studies, due diligence assignments, ITRs/ITERs, and operational improvement programs.
Ensure all deliverables meet technical, commercial, and regulatory standards (JORC, NI 43‑101, SAMREC, PERC, etc.).
Deliver clear, innovative, and commercially relevant insights aligned with client needs and project scope.
Provide Senior Technical Expertise
Apply extensive multi‑commodity and multi‑jurisdiction experience to develop credible, high‑quality advice.
Act as a subject-matter expert, providing peer review, specialist judgement, and technical oversight.
Lead Multi‑Disciplinary Project Teams
Coordinate and mentor cross‑functional teams spanning geology, mining engineering, processing, geotechnical, ESG, and financial disciplines.
Manage project budgets, schedules, risks, and reporting to ensure timely and high‑quality delivery.
Engage Senior and Executive-Level Stakeholders
Communicate complex technical insights simply and effectively.
Build trusted long‑term relationships and demonstrate strong commercial acumen.
Drive Business Development and Industry Presence
Leverage your strong industry network to identify opportunities, develop proposals, and secure new work.
Represent the organisation at conferences, forums, and industry events.
Contribute to thought leadership through publications, presentations, and professional engagement.
Support Team Culture, Collaboration & Wellbeing
Promote a positive, inclusive, and high‑performance team environment.
Encourage psychological safety, open communication, and sustainable work practices.
Role-model professional ethics, safety leadership, and company values.
Slrconsulting · Perth, Australia