Study Manager - Mechanical
Location
Kwinana Beach, Western Australia
Category
Technical & Engineering
Salary
$130.00 - $140.00 Hourly
Posted
11-Nov-2025
Work type
Casual/Temp
Contact
Naomi Byrne
Reference
179440
Join Our Team as a Study Manager - Mechanical
and Lead the Future of Industrial Expansion
Are you a seasoned Mechanical Engineer
with a passion for leading large-scale capital projects? We are seeking a dynamic Study Manager - Mechanical
to spearhead the front-end engineering phases of a significant chemical plant expansion in Kwinana in Perth’s South. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to shape critical project stages from initiation through concept development, driving innovative solutions and engaging with a wide network of stakeholders. If you thrive in technically challenging environments and possess a strong background in EPCM, refinery, or process plant projects, we want to hear from you!
Who are we?
Chandler Macleod
is a leading global provider of workforce solutions, offering recruitment, consulting, and outsourcing services to clients across various industries: #wegetpeople.
What We Need From You:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering
- Senior-level experience (10+ years) in technical project management within the process industry
- Experience in chemical plant expansions or similar industrial upgrades preferred
- Knowledge of power generation systems such as boilers, turbines, and generators
- Proven ability to oversee project initiation, DE, FEED, and transition stages
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Technical expertise in process plants, EPCM projects, or refinery operations
- Familiarity with front-end project development and concept design
- Ability to work on-site at CSBP Kwinana, with one day per week WFH flexibility
- Availability to start as soon as possible, with a contract duration of 6 to 12 months
- Willingness to engage in extensive stakeholder consultation and early project development activities
- Highly competitive industry rates
- No FIFO – sleep in your own bed every night!
- 12 Month contract employed by Chandler Macleod
- Monday to Friday: 38 hours per week
- One day to Work From Home
- Superannuation Contribution on ALL hours worked (paid monthly)
- Dedicated Senior Consultant for Candidate Care
- Weekly Pay+ Access to Chandler Macleod’s EAP Programme
- Huge focus on safety and welfare of all contractors
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.







