Package Engineer

Package Engineer - Major Mining project - FIFO 2/1 roster

Our client, a leading engineering consultancy, is looking for a Package Engineer to join their team. They currently own one of the busiest project portfolios in WA, Australia across the Mining, Oil & Gas, and Energy sectors. 

With the variety and volume of projects you can feel secure with this company and we have found our client to be keen to extend contracts to ongoing or permanent arrangements according to your preference. Our client also understands the importance of competitive rates, and we have historically found them to offer rates that are above market average. 

If you prefer hands-on work or you find your current roster tiresome, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you. By joining this major Mining project you can further develop your knowledge and have a potentially more ideal roster that allows you to manage your personal time better.

The role

In this role you will manage and coordinate equipment packages and make sure that the packages are executed in a timely manner with a focus on safety and cost efficiency. You will also act as the primary point of contact between the technical teams and the suppliers/vendors, making sure that the equipment is in line with the project, code, and regulatory requirements. 
 

Responsibilities

• Maintain a HSE focus within the team and make sure OHSE requirements are included in design and procurement
• Build and maintain healthy client relationships and resolve project issues promptly
• Manage package budget allocations within the project scope
• Communicate effectively with the design team and other stakeholders and report to the Engineering Manager 
• Establish clear objectives to the design team and effectively manage the inter-discipline interfaces 
• Provide assistance where needed with the procurement process throughout the project to make sure the goods meet specification, and are delivered in a timely manner within the budget
• Identify potential current or future risks as the package advances and create risk mitigation, contingency and resolution plans

Qualifications

• A relevant and recognised engineering degree 
• Previous technical, practical, and leadership experience in mechanical or electrical disciplines is required
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status is preferred 
• Experience in project management, supervising, workshare coordination, and EPCM projects
• Experience in a mining environment (preferably underground, or gold mines)
• Proactive and goal oriented attitude with excellent attention to detail. 
• Enthusiastic team player, with excellent stakeholder management skills