Mechanical Engineer

We are currently seeking a highly motivatedMechanical Engineer to join our Valmont Coatings division on a Full-time basis.

Based at one of our Valmont Coating sites across Australia, you will deliver engineering projects and support to the Coatings facilities across Asia Pacific.

Who are we?

Valmont Industries is the leading global provider of infrastructure, irrigation, tubing and coatings to the world. We create vital infrastructure that helps keep our roadways safer, connects communities and enables a more resilient and reliable power grid. In short, our work makes life better.

Our Valmont Coatings division is the industry leader in hot-dip galvanizing and applied coating services. Our rapid expansion has grown to include over 35 coatings facilities in 7 countries, and our services provide protection for a variety of products, bolstering durability, lifespan and aesthetic value. 

As an integral part of our APAC Engineering team, some responsibilities will include:

• Identify, scope, cost, and present project proposals to improve return on invested capital across the group.
• Prepare project management plans and capital works submissions in accordance with Valmont best practice.
• Manage capital works projects from approval through to commissioning and training.
• Identify gaps in best practice and assist operations managers with equipment design to achieve best practice.
• Assist site maintenance leads to help resolve major or repeating equipment issues.
• Audit engineering and maintenance practices to relevant codes, country and Valmont standards.
• Participate in and lead technical investigation assignments, including RCA and FMEA. 

About you

• Qualifications in Mechanical Engineering, or trades certificate with additional work experience and qualifications in project management.
• Leadership experience, with the agility to communicate and delegate in an effective manner.
• Experience in a manufacturing or similar environment
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and document control of engineering drawings.
• Strong commitment to working to high standards including but not limited to AS/NZS, building codes, company standards, local regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Prior experience working within a high performing Lean/Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement environment and implementing lean and continuous improvement practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Why Join Valmont?

• Rewards & Benefits – Valmont Australia employees enjoy access to exclusive company benefits that include Discounted Private Health Insurance, Competitive Novated Lease options and staff discounts on range of retail products.
• Global Opportunity - We have 87 facilities and do business in over 100 countries. That’s how Valmont can offer opportunities that are as vast as the planet itself.
• Culture -  Valmont employees spanning generations have benefitted from our commitment to work/life balance and a family-first operating philosophy 

Start your career with Valmont! To apply, please include your resume in your application.

When you join our team, you become part of a passionate group dedicated to changing lives and conserving resources around the globe. Our products and services make a difference. Join us, and BUILD YOUR WORLD.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including a medical. 

Valmont is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.