Lead - Projects

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.

Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse team of more than 14,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation, and reimagining the way we work. 

About the role

We’re seeking a hands‑on project leader to own the Capital Project Program for Delivery Systems across the AusPac Mining Services Region. In this pivotal role, you will ensure every project is planned and delivered to Orica’s Project Delivery Process and governance frameworks, meeting hazard study requirements and driving safe, efficient, and cost‑effective outcomes.

This position is based at Orica’s Kurri Kurri Technical Centre.

What you will be doing

• Safety leadership – Championing Orica’s SHEC standards and hazard study processes, embedding Zero Harm behaviours across every project phase.
• Capital project management – Delivering small to medium capital projects end‑to‑end within approved scope, schedule, and budget.
• Financial accuracy & reporting – Maintaining disciplined cash‑flow management, forecasting, and progress reporting to stakeholders.
• Regional engineering & Capex support – Providing technical guidance and capex support to regional engineering teams, aligned to strategic priorities.
• Statutory compliance – Ensuring all assets meet regulatory, statutory, and internal requirements.
• Governance & process compliance – Maintaining rigorous adherence to Orica’s Project Delivery Process and governance frameworks throughout the lifecycle.

What you will bring

• Degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent project management experience; PM qualifications highly regarded.
• 5+ years managing capital projects in industrial/mining environments, with strong governance and hazard study understanding.
• Proficiency in MS Office, SharePoint (document/workflow management), Microsoft Project (scheduling/resource planning), advanced Excel (analysis/forecasting), and familiarity with SAP S/4HANA (procurement, budgeting, reporting) would be highly regarded.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills and the ability to work autonomously while guiding multidisciplinary teams.
• Commercial acumen in developing cost‑effective engineering solutions and managing supplier/contractual relationships.
• Personal qualities that reflect Orica’s Charter values: Integrity, Resilience, Teamwork, and Coaching.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home. 

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military, or veteran, marital or disability status.