When you work for us, you get the chance to join nearly 50,000 people all driven by a common purpose – delivering a more sustainable world. We’re excited about the challenges ahead. If you ask us, there’s never been a more rewarding time to work in the energy, chemical and resources sectors.

We offer a flexible approach to working, because our people are safer, healthier, and more productive when they can balance work with life. That’s why we offer flexible and hybrid working options, so you can choose when, where and how you work.

Harnessing world-class technologies to offer a safer, cleaner, and more efficient future of mining, the Woodsmith Project is a new polyhalite fertiliser mine being developed in the Northeast of England with project offices located in Australia and the United Kingdom. With sustainability principles at the core of its design, it will set the standard for a new era.

As the Underground Construction Manager,you will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of construction activities related to shaft sinking & underground infrastructure development.

Who we are

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia.

Right now, we’re bridging two worlds as we accelerate to more sustainable energy sources, while helping our customers provide the energy, chemicals and resources that society needs now.

We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their portfolio of assets. We solve complex problems by finding integrated data-centric solutions from the first stages of engineering and consulting to the last stages of installation and commissioning.

Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.

What you’ll do

• Ensure Management of Change compliance and adherence throughout project lifecycle
• Ensure Execution plan gate criteria readiness and demonstration of mitigation to execution risks
• Review the Contractor’s Quality Assurance & Inspection plans
• Maintain Company inspection, monitoring & hold points
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with the approved QAP/QIP & Contract Terms
• Inspect works for technical compliance with drawings, specifications & scopes of work
• Highlight deficiencies, initiate & close out non-conformance reports
• Understand commercial terms involved on EPCM projects
• Understand equipment application and environmental responsibilities
• Recognize potential engineering hazards and risks

What you’ll have

• Demonstrated experience in construction management, with a focus on shaft sinking and underground infrastructure projects within the mining industry
• Strong knowledge of mining regulations, standards & best practices
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale construction projects from initiation to completion
• Excellent leadership, communication & interpersonal skills

Why you should apply

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Employee benefits package (location specific)
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement within a global engineering company
• An opportunity to be involved with the development of a mine that will set new standards in sustainable mining

Location consideration

While we prefer candidates based in the UK, we are open to discussing remote work arrangements for exceptional candidates who may be located elsewhere.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success.