Manager, Critical Minerals Assessments

The Manager, Critical Minerals Assessments leads the assessment of critical minerals projects by coordinating assessments and making recommendations to Senior Executives, to enable them to make informed decisions on work plans. The Manager, Critical Minerals Assessments takes the lead on assessment activities aligned with the regulatory theme of the Critical Minerals Roadmap. Working closely with teams across Resources Victoria, co-regulators and other stakeholders, the Manager is responsible for delivery against statutory timeframes and client service standards and leading efforts for process improvements. 

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in developing and/or assessing applications for regulatory approvals, ideally in natural resource permissioning.
• Knowledge and experience of risk management frameworks and/or mine rehabilitation.
• Exceptional time management skills and ability to thrive in a changing environment.
• Tertiary qualifications in engineering, earth sciences, natural resource management or other relevant industry experience would be advantageous.
• Previous experience working in a regulatory context within a regulator is desirable.

This is a fixed term position available for a period until 30 June 2026. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 9th November 2025.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

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