Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

The company

Our client is a recognised leader in the supply of chemicals to the mining, industrial and agricultural sectors, offering employees the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects that centre on emerging technology, new and brownfield projects, increasing production efficiencies, and reducing emissions. Comprising of nine industrial businesses that operate in the Australian and international markets, this dynamic organisation has continued to grow by delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that benefit shareholders, employees and the environment alike.

The role

The Senior Mechanical Project Engineer is responsible for managing and executing multi-disciplinary, brownfield, engineering projects from conception to completion.  In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, HSE, operations, process safety and project services to ensure that projects are delivered on time, to company standards and on budget. This is a role where maintaining strong collaboration with stakeholders, suppliers, specialists and project teams will be essential to success.  

Your responsibilities will include:  

• Managing brownfield projects ensuring that safety, scope, quality, cost, scheduling and reporting requirements are met;
• Conducting feasibility studies, evaluating design alternatives and optimising performance;
• Developing design, procurement and construction scopes of works in consultation with discipline engineers and other stakeholders; 
• Understanding the business needs and drivers and making sound commercial and technical decisions; Identifying and mitigating potential risks throughout the project lifecycle; and
• Evaluating vendor proposals.   

Selection criteria

A tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering is essential as is substantial experience working in a heavy manufacturing, mining or minerals processing environment. You will need a keen interest in continuous improvement, be familiar with working closely with operations and have a demonstrated track record in managing multiple projects. The ability to balance operational, technical and commercial drivers in your decision-making process will be highly regarded as will your high-level written and verbal communication skills and project management capability. A rewarding 12-month contract role is on offer. 

To apply   

For additional information please contact Vivian Simonelli on 0408 998 *** or Stuart King on 0438 754 *** quoting Reference 2024674 or online using the “Apply Now” link.