Principal

Description

• Conduct comprehensive technical and economic evaluations of mining projects (greenfield and brownfield).
• Prepare independent, defensible reports for litigation, arbitration, and regulatory inquiries.
• Contribute to due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and investment decisions in mining projects.
• Collaborate with legal teams, project owners, and investors to deliver impartial evaluations.
• Provide credible testimony in court or tribunal settings.
• Analyze project claims, contractual disputes, and cost overruns with forensic rigor.
• Assess asset valuations and identify risks and opportunities for resource projects.
• Review geological data, mine plans, and engineering designs for compliance with international standards (JORC, NI 43-101).
• Perform financial modeling, risk assessments, and sensitivity analyses to support investment decisions.

Requirements

About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced Project Evaluations Expert with a strong focus on mining projects and the capability to act as an Expert Witness in legal or arbitration settings. This is a senior advisory role that combines technical depth, commercial insight, and legal credibility. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in resource project evaluations, economic modeling, and preferably exposure to mergers & acquisitions within the mining sector.

• 15+ years experience in mining project development, operations, or consulting.
• Present findings clearly and persuasively to senior management and external stakeholders.
• Proven expertise in project feasibility studies, economic evaluations, and risk analysis.
• Prior experience as an Expert Witness or involvement in dispute resolution/arbitration highly desirable.
• Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or related discipline.
• Exceptional communication and report-writing skills; ability to present complex findings clearly.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance