Wood is recruiting for a Senior / Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Minerals & Metals business based in Perth, Western Australia. This role will be initially Site Based in the Kwinana Strip.
Designing the future of mining, Wood’s Minerals & Metals business provides global expertise, delivered locally. Supporting clients of all sizes, we share a passion for driving forward minerals and metals projects that are critical to our future and delivering them safely, cost-efficiently, and responsibly as we strive for net zero.
Leading the way in mineral processing and metallurgical refining, our expertise and presence span all commodities and geographies of the world - Australia, Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa & Asia.
For over 60 years, from study through start-up, at pace and at scale, we have been advancing the world’s largest and most technically challenging mining projects across key commodities:
- Lithium
- Nickel / Cobalt
- Copper
- Gold
- Rare Earths
- Iron Ore
- Platinum Group Metals (PGMs)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Mechanical Department Manager but based on site you will lead a team evaluating data and problem solving to ensure the reliability of the plant.
Our teams are based in Perth & Brisbane however we are supporting a client through some project and asset optimization packages in their facility on site. In this role you will join the team on site to deliver the scopes of work for a battery metal facility. You will be an integral role in our team, bringing your knowledge insight and passion for delivering quality and efficiency for our clients developments.
As a key part of the Wood team, you will be responsible for duties such as, but not limited to: -
- The overall production of Mechanical Engineering deliverables such as specification, calculations, technical evaluations, reports and drawings
- Providing technical support across the business including to on-site construction, estimating, procurement and project departments –
- Provides technical advice on design processes, construction methods and other technical areas
- Advises on the development of new engineering methods and participates in short and long-range planning.
- Providing guidance and mentoring to a team, potentially support in coaching, recruitment and retention activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for a Senior/Lead experienced in the detailed engineering and execution of medium to large scale EPCM projects in the critical minerals sector, with some experience in hydrometallurgical developments. Your passion for working in dynamic and agile industries will see you drive a collaborative and cohesive working relationship between our clients and internal teams, to identify and delivery optimal solutions for project requirements.
You will also have: -
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised institution
- Member of Engineers Australia, or willing to work toward membership - Design experience in wet and/or dry mineral processing plants, preferable not essential
- Site experience either in construction, commissioning or operations, is desired but not essential
- Prior experience within cross alignment of mechanical /piping/pumps and hydraulic design engineering would be a desired skill set for wet plant processing.
- Ability to problem-solve effectively and identify technical and safety based risks, with commitment to HSE
- Well-developed computer skills and knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and engineering programs Ability to work to a time frame and deliver on budget
- Full working rights within Australia.
Benefits on joining #TeamWood
We are committed to creating an inspired culture with diversity and inclusion permeating every corner of our global organisation. Wood provides a comprehensive, flexible, competitive benefit program for our employees.
- Work in the heart of Perth CBD, Access to free 24/7 state of the art Gym & end of trip facilities
- Site Based Allowance
- Wide range of benefits across Financial Health, Career Support, Wellbeing and Flexible working arrangements
- Global opportunities for career development, in addition to company supported education pathways for your career growth.
- Access to diverse and attractive projects working on our global industries most exciting developments, partnering closely with our clients on such developments.
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business.
- Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
Candidates must have full work rights in Australia to be considered for this role and be based in Perth.
Wood encourages Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
It takes a diverse and inclusive community of inquisitive minds to unlock tomorrow’s solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.
Shortlisting will commence immediately.
Company OverviewWood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com
Diversity StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.