Project Engineer

Your new employer in this Project Engineer role is a dynamic and well-respected industry leader in the agribusiness and food production sector.  You can find their products in most households of Australia.  The scope of their engineering requirements is substantial and as the Project Engineer you will have responsibilities across multiple sites, plus some travel to their facilities in the Asia Pacific region.

Fundamentally, your primarily responsibility in this position will be to provide support to the Group businesses through the design, specification and delivery of engineering projects and the provision of technical support. 

• Development of strategic operational solutions across all Group businesses, incorporating short, medium and long-term priorities
• Undertaking investigations, feasibility studies and providing written reports
• Preparing estimates for projects / project elements.
• Managing the scope, budget and schedule of projects while ensuring customer expectations are met.
• Preparing and managing the tender process for equipment supply to achieve best outcomes for Group businesses.
• Engaging with Operations and Maintenance departments to help build capability in managing their own operating equipment.
• Addressing quality, safety, environmental and sustainability objectives whilst delivering projects that align with strategic business objectives Knowledge, experience, competencies and motivation.

Due to the multi-site aspect of this job, there will be consistent travel required.  This will mostly be to regional facilities in NSW and VIC.  It is expected that will be approximately 1 week in 4.  These trips will see you working with many different staff within the Group, at all levels, from operational plant floor staff through to Senior management.  Therefore, we need a skilled and experienced relationship builder, who enjoys the people aspect of their work.  Some of the more traditional engineering requirements of the role are: 

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)
• Project management experience, including development and assessment of equipment tenders and site supervision during construction and installation.
• Experience working in a food manufacturing environment.
• Commissioning and acceptance testing of mechanical/electrical equipment
• PLC experience
• Experience working with materials handling and packaging equipment would be highly regarded and a driver’s licence is essential.

A diverse and challenging opportunity awaits the successful application. You will be joining a premier brand in Australia with an exciting future ahead.