Location: Perth & Pilbara with Tier 1 Mining Company
Job Type: 12 months on going contract with Chandler Macleod on 5/2 hybrid roster (3 days on site and 2 days in Perth city offices)
Department: Utilities
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Specialist Engineer (Mechanical) to lead and support multiple projects within our engineering team. Projects will range in value from $1 million to $10 million. The successful candidate will play a critical role in overseeing project design, award, execution, and delivery ensuring technical excellence, and delivering innovative solutions that meet client specifications and organizational goals in a safe manner.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, planning, coordination, and execution of engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, procurement, and construction, to facilitate seamless project progression.
- Conduct detailed technical analyses, develop engineering specifications, and review project documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
- Identify potential risks and implement effective mitigation strategies to address project challenges proactively.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project staff.
- Monitor project performance through metrics and reporting, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Liaise with clients, contractor, vendors and stakeholders to communicate project status, negotiate technical details, and foster strong working relationships.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, or relevant field); a Master's degree is a plus.
- Proven experience (5-7 years) in project engineering, preferably within mining or utilities sector
- Strong technical expertise and understanding of engineering principles, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent project management and communication skills
- Outstanding problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and leadership skills to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
- Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects.
- Competitive Rates Offered
- Collaborative and innovative work environment that values teamwork, effort, excellence and initiative.
If you are a proactive, go getter kind of engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality projects and driving technical innovation safely, we invite you to apply and become a vital part of our dynamic team.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work without restriction in Australia and most importantly currently residing in Perth.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
