Senior Mechanical Project Engineer (FIFO)

Senior Mechanical Project Engineer (FIFO)

Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer / Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to support the delivery of multiple CAPEX and plant improvement projects at a major rare earths processing operation in Western Australia.

The role will focus on brownfields project delivery across an operating processing facility, with projects typically ranging from $100k to $1m. This is a hands-on position suited to an engineer who enjoys being in the field, working closely with contractors and driving projects through to completion.

The Responsibilities

• Manage multiple mechanical and SMP CAPEX projects from planning through to execution, commissioning and handover
• Manage site contractors and coordinate SMP, E&I and other project interfaces
• Manage project costs, forecasts, schedules, scope and variations
• Coordinate labour, materials, equipment and site requirements
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering and contractors to maintain project progress
• Review drawings, scopes, work packs and contractor documentation
• Monitor field progress, resolve constraints and drive safe project delivery

The Expertise You’ll Bring

• Mechanical Engineering qualification – essential
• Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer experience within mining, mineral processing or heavy industry
• Experience delivering brownfields CAPEX projects and plant upgrades
• Strong mechanical / SMP project experience
• Proven contractor management capability
• Good understanding of project cost control, planning and scheduling
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Hands-on, field-focused approach with the ability to drive delivery on site

Roster

• FIFO from Perth
• 12 days on / 9 days off, Monday to the following Friday
• 11 days on / 10 days off, Friday to the following Monday
• Day shift only