- Fully approved U/G Gold Mine – Company preparing to IPO
- Experienced board and management team who have a history of developing gold mines
- Career defining position based in Sydney
About the company and opportunity:
Our client, Federation Mining, are seeking to appoint a dynamic and strategic CFO to take a hands-on role in shaping the future of a growing mining company. This is a high-impact opportunity for a finance leader ready to make a real difference.
Federation Mining are a private company who have an experienced board and executive leadership team and have a strong history of performance & delivery working in growing mid-tier gold companies. The business has an exciting project located near Reefton on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island.
The project is the development of a high grade underground narrow vein gold mine producing 60kozpa at low unit cost. Mining Permit and Resources Consents are approved and there is an JORC resource of circa 700koz.
Recent activity has been taking place which includes development of a 3.3km underground twin decline to access the base of historic workings. Further development work continues, and construction of the processing plant will begin in a few months - there is now a clear pathway to production which is expected around mid-2026. The company plans to IPO, with a long-term view is to build a multi-asset mining company.
We are open to considering two types of candidates:
- Established CFOs from an aligned heavy industry, or
- GM/Head of level professionals with a mining background looking for a step-up opportunity.
Some of the qualifications and experience we are looking for:
- A tertiary qualification in a financial discipline, accompanied by significant and diverse experience in both operational areas and management.
- Chartered Accountant or equivalent professional certification.
- At least 10 years of experience in a similar senior financial management position.
- Corporate experience engaging with boards and senior management, and a strong background in capital raising and funding is essential.
- Strong understanding of project and cost accounting.
- IPO experience is highly desirable.
How to apply:
There will be a lot to consider before you might want to commit fully to the role. Location, the project, the people involved, salary etc. We know that and are happy to talk it through and provide the relevant information so you can fully evaluate the opportunity. You can also review information on the company website: https://www.federationmining.com.au/
All applications will be managed by Jordan Honess at Stellar Recruitment. Please contact Jordan directly to discuss or make a formal application via LinkedIn/email.
Jordan Honess – Senior Recruitment Consultant, Accounting & Finance
P: + 61 4 6896 4882
E: jordan.h@stellarrecruitment.com.au
