Manager - Studies

Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

We are seeking a Manager, Studies to join us in Perth, Western Australia.

As Ausenco's WA & Africa business continues its strong growth trajectory, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and influential leader to join our Perth team. Supporting a rapidly expanding business of approximately 250 professionals, you will lead a portfolio of Studies across a diverse portfolio of mining and critical minerals projects while acting as a key member of the operations leadership team.

Reporting directly to the Director, Operations - WA & Africa, this role offers a unique opportunity to operate as the Director's trusted second-in-command, providing leadership not only across study delivery, but also contributing to business planning, operational strategy, client engagement, team development and future growth initiatives. This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished leader looking to broaden their impact and influence within one of the industry's leading consulting and project delivery businesses.

About the role

• Lead a team of Study Managers in the successful delivery of scoping, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies across a range of mining, minerals and critical resources projects.
• Provide strategic leadership to multidisciplinary study teams, ensuring safe, high-quality and commercially successful project outcomes.
• Partner with clients to develop trusted relationships and identify opportunities for future work and business growth.
• Support the Director, Operations - WA & Africa in the leadership and management of the broader operations business.
• Contribute to operational planning, resource management, workforce development and business improvement initiatives.
• Drive collaboration across engineering, project delivery and operational teams to maximise project performance.
• Mentor and develop technical and emerging leaders, fostering a high-performance and inclusive culture.
• Champion Ausenco's commitment to safety, innovation, client service and operational excellence.

About you

• 20+ years of experience across engineering, project delivery, study management and/or mining operations.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering major studies within the resources sector.
• Strong understanding of study delivery methodologies, engineering delivery and commercial management.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective client relationships at senior stakeholder levels.
• Exceptional leadership, communication and influencing skills.
• Commercially minded with a strong focus on business performance and client outcomes.
• Experience within mining, minerals processing, critical minerals or related industries is highly regarded.
• A collaborative leadership style with a passion for developing people and building high-performing teams.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. In addition to a competitive remuneration package we offer:

• Career advancement – Be supported in your ongoing development with technical training, mentoring programs and frequent networking opportunities.
• Work Life Balance – Be empowered to enjoy your life outside of the office with flexible working hours, work from home arrangements and modern leave policies including paid parental leave and floating public holiday programs.
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access confidential services as a courtesy of Ausenco including online health and fitness programs, financial coaching, and confidential counselling services.
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable market leaders who value your contribution.

Ausenco is a leading global provider of engineering, consulting and project delivery services for the minerals & metals and industrial sectors.

As a member of our team, you'll be encouraged to embrace challenges and discover innovative solutions to each and every project. For that, you'll receive a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity to pursue your career path.

We're proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Join us and work a better way.