Principal Consultant – Metallurgy & Mineral Processing Vancouver (UBC), Canada | Posted on 28/05/2026Shape the Future of Mining Advisory in North AmericaWe are seeking a Principal Consultant - Metallurgy & Mineral Processing to help grow our presence in Vancouver.Backed by a proven Australian mining advisory framework, and reporting to the Senior Manager EMEA this is an opportunity to bring world‑class technical methodologies into the North American market while helping build a next‑generation consulting business.This role suits a highly technical metallurgist or process engineer who thrives on autonomy and wants to make a direct technical and commercial impact.About Us Palaris is a specialist advisory firm to the mining and resources sector across the world. With over 5,000 projects delivered in over 50 countries across 30 different commodity types, we are the trusted advisor to resource companies, financial institutions, equity investors, and government agencies.Our service delivery is across independent advisory, due diligences, technical and mine optimisation studies, engineering and asset management, project services, safety, health & risk, and decarbonisation.Why This Role is DifferentA 9‑day fortnight – every second Friday offHigh‑trust, low‑bureaucracy environmentDirect exposure to investors, boards, and decision‑makersAutonomy to shape projects, clients, and delivery approachesFaster influence on technical and strategic outcomesOpportunity to build and lead a North American platformAn attractive incentive programme and clear pathway to equity/ownership participation as the business growsThis is a chance to step beyond large organisations into a more entrepreneurial, high‑impact role that is not a traditional consulting role. You will apply your technical expertise, judgement and commercial drive to directly influence outcomes, while helping build a globally connected advisory business in North America.Key Responsibilities Working closely with global leadership and technical teams, you will be accountable for:Technical LeadershipLead metallurgical and mineral processing advisory across studies, due diligence, and technical reviewsProvide high‑quality, independent defensible technical work and insight to developers, investors, and financiersLeverage the reputation of Australian mining best‑practice methodologies on EMEA projectsGrowth – Client & Commercial EngagementBuild relationships with mining companies, investors, and lendersContribute to winning work and expanding client networksRepresent the firm in technical and investor‑facing forumsHelp establish and scale North American operations, contributing to revenue growth and client acquisitionBuild a pipeline of advisory opportunities by strengthening market presence in North AmericaContribute to service offering development and market positioningAbout YouDegree in Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, or Mineral ProcessingStrong experience in process design, metallurgical analysis, and project studiesUnderstanding of project evaluation and technical riskComfortable engaging investors and decision‑makersCommercially minded with a desire to shape and win workInterested? If you are someone who often says “why not” – let’s have a conversation, call Chris Anderson, HR Manager on +61 or apply now and we’ll be in touch.Applicants must have work rights for Canada or be eligible for the IEC programme.#J-18808-Ljbffr