Steven Harman is an accomplished mining engineer and commercial leader with over 20 years of resources industry experience across zinc/lead, nickel, gold, and iron ore. As the founder of Mine Value Partners in Perth, Western Australia, Steven harnesses his unique expertise at the intersection of operational, technical, and commercial disciplines to deliver strategic value for clients, driving innovative solutions and sustainable growth.
Steven delivers integrated outcomes for Mine Value Partners' clients across: Business Case Development; Study & Project Management; Commercial Strategy, Transactions, Contracts & Procurement. His career, spanning roles at Rio Tinto, BHP, Barrick, Anglo American, and Skanska UK Civil Engineering includes key achievements:
- Leading Business Case Development for Rio Tinto’s Pilbara 360 Growth Program, and feasibility Study and Project Management to secure funding for major mine and infrastructure investments.
- Orchestrating a boundary-softening agreement, from concept to mining, integrating Business Case Development with Study & Project Management and Commercial Strategy, Transactions, Contracts & Procurement to unlock $100m + in resource value.
- Driving a pioneering Battery Electric Haul Truck pilot with Rio Tinto, BHP, and OEMs, combining Study & Project Management for implementation with Commercial Strategy, Transactions, Contracts & Procurement for tripartite agreements, advancing sustainability.
- Developing Commercial Strategy, Transactions, Contracts & Procurement for $1b+ initiatives across rail, ports, utilities, and facilities, enhancing operational efficiency and value.
A First-Class BEng (Hons) Mining Engineering graduate from the Camborne School of Mines (University of Exeter), Steven graduated top of his class, earning the Richard Pearce Gold Medal and multiple awards. He holds a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance from Kaplan Higher Education and passed Level I of the CFA Program in January 2025, demonstrating his dedication to ongoing professional development. Renowned for integrity, teamwork, and a growth mindset, Steven blends technical precision with commercial acumen to achieve outstanding outcomes.