Oyu Tolgoi’s workforce today is more than 97 per cent Mongolian, and a major strategic focus for the company is to develop a skilled workforce that is continuously learning. We aim to attract the best talent, so that we can together deliver a safe and globally competitive copper business that contributes to the prosperity of Mongolia.
Oyu Tolgoi LLC is operating a copper-gold mine in southern territory of Mongolia. The company aspires a vision ‘Natural wealth to enduring value, knowledge, and skill’, and pursues a mission, 'Together deliver a safe and globally competitive copper business that contributes to the prosperity of Mongolia' to build one of the largest copper-gold mines worldwide.
Principal Advisor UG Project Management Mining
- Make an impact and contribute to the development of a world-class project within a pioneering organisation
- Great opportunity to work for a global company at the forefront of mining
- Dynamic work culture and great exposure to multicultural teams
- FIFO to Mongolia
Join one of the world’s most exciting copper-gold mining projects
Oyu Tolgoi is one of the most exciting projects in copper and gold mining for several decades. It contains reserves and resources that make it one of the world’s largest known copper and gold deposits. The project, managed by Rio Tinto, is expanding underground. With a high demand of skills required to complete the project safely and successfully, Oyu Tolgoi is expected to be a significant contributor to Mongolia’s development and the prosperity of the Mongolian people.
Discover More About Mongolia And Oyu Tolgoi
Mongolia’s increasingly becoming a destination for tourism and expatriate residents. As a rapidly developing city, Mongolia's capital Ulaanbaatar is seen as a comfortable, yet exciting place to live. With an array of cultural and social activities available and a growing network of international schools, housing options, and leisure facilities; its home to a growing community of international expatriates.
Located in the South Gobi Desert, just 80 kilometers from the Chinese border, the Oyu Tolgoi open pit mine and camp is a large, well-run and comfortable site with multiple amenities including recreational and sports facilities, a cinema, shops, restaurants and bars catered to a growing community. For more about OT site, please check out this video.
As part of the Oyu Tolgoi Underground Mining Operations team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to something significant and learn and develop both personally and professionally. We offer a collaborative, high-performing environment where success is achieved by working together.
The Opportunity
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Principal Advisor UG Project Management is responsible for leading and overseeing large-scale mining projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Specifically, this role will be leading the “P1&P2 Cave Construction” and the “Production Ramp-up to 95ktpd” underground mining projects.
With a strong emphasis on Project Management and Underground Mining disciplines, this role ensures the implementation of standardized project management processes, effective governance, risk management, and continuous improvement.
The Project Manager will play a key role in training and mentoring local nationals, with a focus on developing their project management skills and knowledge of mining operations, to ensure projects are delivered in a safe and efficient manner.
What The Role Entails
This role is a great opportunity to take the next step in your career on a truly global project. Working 5 days on, 2 off roster residential in Ulaanbaatar and FIFO to site. The role will report to the Senior Manager UG Projects and Operational Readiness, and will be primarily responsible for,
- Project Leadership & Oversight for the “P1&P2 Cave Construction” and the “Production Ramp-up to 95ktpd” projects.
- Lead and manage the full lifecycle of these mining projects, including planning, execution, and commissioning.
- Oversee project scope, change management, schedule, budget, resourcing, procurement package and contract management, communication and ensuring alignment with the broader strategic objectives of the UG Mine unit.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and collaboration across multiple areas (engineering, procurement, technical services, construction, operations, finance etc.).
- Implement and monitor project governance and PMO best practices, ensuring that all processes are followed for successful project delivery.
PMO Methodology & Standards
- Support the development of standardized project management processes and tools, for an underground mining context, ensuring that all projects adhere to OT’s frameworks and methodologies.
- Conduct regular project reviews and audits to ensure compliance with the established governance framework, risk management processes, and performance metrics.
- Ensure proper documentation of all project activities, including project plans, schedules, budgets, change of management reports, etc., in accordance with company policies.
Budget & Resource Management
- Lead resource management, ensuring the allocation of necessary manpower, equipment, and materials to meet mining project objectives.
- Oversee the preparation of the UG Mine budgets (projects and operations) and ensure they meet the company standards.
- Monitor expenditures/cash-outflow and drive cost-effective procurement and resource utilization within the UG Mine departments.
Risk Management
- Proactively identify mining project risks/issues, developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
- Monitor and report on potential risks related to project timelines, costs, resource availability, safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Work closely with key stakeholders to manage project’s changes-of-scope and adapt to shifting priorities or challenges.
Stakeholder Management & Communication
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders relevant to the “P1&P2 Cave Construction” and “Production Ramp-up to 95ktpd” projects, including senior leadership, UG Mine department managers and contractors.
- Provide regular project updates and reports to senior management, highlighting project performance, risks, issues, and any corrective actions needed.
- Lead the coordination of stakeholder meetings, ensuring alignment on project goals, timelines, and expectations.
Project Performance Monitoring (Projects Control)
- Track project performance against established schedules and KPI’s, and report on progress regularly.
- Ensure effective resource allocation and utilize project management software tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) for tracking, monitoring, and reporting.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Project Management team by identifying lessons learned from past projects and implementing best practices in future initiatives.
- Development of Mongolian workforce
- Training and mentoring of Mongolian nationals, with a focus on developing their project management skills and knowledge of underground mining operations.
- Providing on-the-job training and facilitate knowledge transfer through hands-on project experience.
- Creating tailored training programs that align with the specific needs of the “P1&P2 Caves” and “Ramp-up to 95ktpd” mining projects, such as PMO methodologies, risk management, safety protocols, and technical aspects of underground mining operations.
- Fostering a culture of continuous learning and development by providing regular feedback, guidance, and opportunities for development, contributing to the long-term sustainability of the workforce.
What You Will Need For This Role
To succeed in this role, you will have
- At least 15 years relevant experience in mining operations and/or project management in an underground mining context.
- Undergraduate or equivalent or higher education obtained through degrees or diplomas from academic college or universities, or significant operational experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering, Project Management, or a related field required.
- A master’s degree in mining, Project Management or Business is desirable.
- A professional accreditation is preferred (PMP or Mining Manager’s Certification)
About Us
As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.
Our long history is filled with firsts. We’ve developed some of the world’s largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. We’ve led the industry in partnerships, with customers in new markets, and with local communities.
We’ve pioneered technological innovations, such as our Mine of the Future™ programme and our low-CO2 aluminium from hydropower. And we’ve paved the way in areas such as safety, tax transparency and legacy management.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It’s a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it’s this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.
So, if this sounds like you and the opportunity you are looking for, apply now.
Deadline of the advertisement is on March 25, 2025
Every Voice Matters
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.
