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Major shutdown cost controller

Mackay
Hays
Posted: 21 January
Offer description

* Drive financial control on high-value shutdown projects
* Monday-Friday roster
* Be the key link between project success and profitability

Lead cost control for major shutdowns, ensuring budgets, forecasts, and reporting drive project success.

Your new company

Our client supports their people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, they offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Their strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where employees feel strongly connected to the values and objectives of our client, and where the capability of their people is key to success.

Your new role

* Develop and maintain shutdown cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts
* Monitor and control project expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets
* Prepare and analyse cost reports, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions
* Collaborate with procurement and planning teams to validate cost data and commitments
* Ensure timely processing of invoices and cost allocations in compliance with company policies
* Provide accurate cost data for progress reporting and management reviews
* Support post-shutdown cost analysis and lessons learnt for continuous improvement

What you'll need to succeed

* Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related discipline
* Minimum 5 years in cost control or project control within mining, oil & gas, or heavy industry (shutdown/turnaround experience preferred)
* Strong knowledge of cost management principles, budgeting, and forecasting
* Proficiency in cost control systems, MS Excel, and Project
* Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
* Attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet strict deadlines
* Commitment to transparency and compliance

What you'll get in return

You'll gain the opportunity to work on one of the industry's most significant shutdown projects, with exposure to high-level financial management and project leadership. This role offers a supportive team environment, professional growth, and the chance to make a measurable impact on project outcomes.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, applications can be submitted via the "apply now" button. Please ensure you are submitting an up-to-date CV. If you have any further questions, please call Jennah Murray

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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