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SalaryA renowned global leader in Materials Handling Equipment, boasting over 80 years of expertise in the industry. Operating from its Australian hubs in Perth CBD and Port Hedland, the company specializes in designing and delivering engineered solutions tailored to support Australia's Mining & Resources sector.
With numerous locations and more than 900 projects worldwide, offering comprehensive services encompassing planning, design, manufacturing, supply, and maintenance of materials handling systems. A premier provider, offering a unique combination of IP ownership and order backlog, including stackers, reclaimers, ship loaders, car dumpers, train loading stations, and conveyors. Their expertise positions them as the preferred partner for customers seeking top-notch solutions backed by their own fabrication workshops and erection and load-out facilities for fully assembled machines and expert knowledge in the Mining and Bulk Materials Handling sectors.
About the Role
Acting as a Project Manager, assuming overall responsibility for the delivery of the technical scope of a project in line with the agreed baseline (e.g. deliverables, resource plan, manhours, schedule, client specifications) with multiple discipline lead engineers reporting into this role within a project. This position is the key interface between the lead engineers, the clients’ technical representatives, project management, planning and procurement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the technical delivery of projects, ensuring they meet agreed-upon standards and schedules.
- Manage a team of lead engineers from different disciplines within the project.
- Act as the main point of contact between lead engineers, clients, project management, and procurement teams.
- Use technical expertise to oversee project components, handle changes, review technical documents, and resolve technical issues.
- Assist with both technical and some commercial aspects of projects, working with stakeholders to find solutions.
- Foster teamwork and communication within the project team to achieve goals.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience in a Senior Project Engineering/ Project Engineering Manager position, delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
- Strong technical skills across relevant areas.
- Leadership ability to guide multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with clients and team members.
- Experience in managing both technical and commercial aspects of projects.
- Proficiency in project management tools.
- Problem-solving skills for analyzing and resolving technical issues.
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage priorities effectively.
- Possessing knowledge of hydraulic systems would be advantageous.
- Have experience in designing upgrades and refurbishments for OEM equipment, with a preference for familiarity with balance machines.
Apart from a competitive salary package and 5 weeks of annual leave, the company offers a comprehensive range of benefits aimed at enhancing employee well-being and work-life balance. These include retirement provisions with both employer-financed packages and private savings options, flexible working hours through a flexitime model allowing employees to tailor their schedules to their needs, and the option for mobile working from home or any other location. Employees are provided with work equipment that can also be used for personal purposes, and opportunities for continuing professional education are available with individual planning and global offerings. Additionally, the company supports environmentally friendly commuting with public transport job tickets and provides a parent-child office for care emergencies. Special holidays are also granted for care during illness or for important events, ensuring employees receive paid time off when needed. These benefits collectively contribute to fostering a supportive and accommodating work environment.
About Design & Build Recruitment
Design & Build specialises in recruitment for Engineering industries on a regional and national basis. Our first engineering desk was started in 2012, and since then we have worked with a range of multinational and local specialist engineering firms all over Australia.
If you’re ready for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, please apply now or contact Chris Mitchell on cmitchell@designandbuild.com.au or 0497 159 723 for more information.
