Business Development Manager (Mining Water Solutions)

W3 Associates is partnering with a leading Australian water technology company delivering advanced water and wastewater treatment solutions across mining, industrial and infrastructure sectors.

With proven capability across design & construct (D&C), PFAS treatment, and complex contaminated water streams, the business has built a strong reputation for solving challenging water problems in remote and high-risk environments.

Following continued project success and a growing pipeline across Western Australia, they are now looking to appoint a Business Development Manager to drive expansion within the mining sector.

We are seeking a Business Development Manager – (Mining Water Solutions) to lead strategic growth across the Western Australian mining market.

This is a technical, solutions-focused business development role, where you will identify, shape and convert opportunities across mine water treatment projects — including dewatering, process water, tailings, PFAS and environmental remediation.

You will work closely with mine operators, EPCMs and contractors, leveraging strong technical credibility to position bespoke treatment solutions for complex contaminated water challenges.

The role will suit someone who understands how water issues present on mine sites, and can translate those challenges into commercially viable treatment plant opportunities — from early-stage engagement through to project award.

• Drive new business development across the WA mining sector, targeting Tier 1 and mid-tier miners, EPCMs and mining contractors
• Identify and convert opportunities across mine dewatering, process water, tailings water, PFAS and acid mine drainage (AMD)
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders including mine operators, metallurgists, process engineers and project teams
• Develop and execute client engagement strategies, identifying upcoming projects and positioning early in the lifecycle
• Work closely with internal engineering teams to develop tailored treatment solutions and technical proposals
• Lead opportunity shaping, pursuit strategy and bid development for complex water treatment projects
• Support pilot trials and demonstration projects, converting trial work into full-scale D&C treatment plants
• Map client procurement pathways and engage with EPCM and contractor delivery models
• Stay across market trends including PFAS regulation, mine closure, water reuse and environmental compliance requirements
• Contribute to long-term growth by identifying opportunities for ongoing O&M and repeat project work

• Background in water treatment, process or chemical engineering (or similar)
• Experience in technical sales or business development within mining or water
• Strong understanding of WA mining operations and site challenges
• Ability to engage both technically and commercially with clients
• Experience working with EPCMs, contractors or mine operators
• Exposure to treatment systems (e.g. filtration, membranes, chemical dosing) advantageous
• Site-based experience or dewatering knowledge highly regarded
• Self-driven with the ability to build and convert a strong pipeline

Apply today through Linkedin or contact Chris Hinton directly - ***email_hidden***

W3 Associates is a specialist Water Industry recruitment agency based in Australia. We help water industry professionals find career opportunities with water technology companies, engineering consultants, civil contractors and water utilities across Australia.