Dugald - Project Engineer

North West Queensland; Cloncurry Shire; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Continuance

TPD Insurance

Career progression

PPE provided

Salary sacrifice

Health insurance

Safety glasses reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Rewards program

Service milestone bonuses

Job summary

Redpath is seeking a Project Engineer to plan, schedule and coordinate site projects from concept to completion, supporting safe and productive mining operations through effective delivery, quality assurance and cost control.

You will build client relationships, manage ITPs, monitor performance with KPI reporting, and lead safety enhancements while coordinating subcontractors and resources.

Qualifications

• DegreeQualifications in Mining, Civil, Mechanical or related Engineering field.
• Experience as Project Engineer in underground mining, mining services or heavy industry.
• Strong project planning, scheduling and reporting capabilities.
• Understanding of contract management, quality systems and risk management.
• Experience managing project costs, forecasts and KPI reporting.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and client relationship skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and deliver site projects aligned with contract requirements and targets.
• Provide engineering support, quality assurance and compliance to specifications.
• Lead safety leadership through inspections, risk management and corrective actions.
• Manage project quality, environmental and non-conformance processes and ITPs.
• Monitor performance and prepare production, cost and KPI reporting with forecasts and monthly updates.
• Coordinate subcontractors, hired plant, and project resources for continuity and delivery.
• Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships with regular updates.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Contract management

Quality systems

Risk management

Cost forecasting

Client relationship

Leadership

Safety focus

Education

Mining, Civil or Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Job Description

The Project Engineer is responsible for the planning, scheduling, coordination and engineering of site projects from concept through to completion. This role plays a key part in supporting safe and productive mining operations through effective project delivery, stakeholder engagement, quality assurance, cost control and performance reporting.

• Plan, schedule and deliver site projects and improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with contract requirements, production targets and operational objectives.
• Provide engineering support, technical expertise and quality assurance to ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with specifications and statutory requirements.
• Champion safety leadership through workplace inspections, risk management activities, hazard identification and implementation of corrective actions.
• Manage project quality, environmental and compliance requirements, including project records, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), site inspections and non-conformance processes.
• Monitor project performance and prepare accurate production, cost and KPI reporting, including forecasts, claims and monthly financial reporting.
• Coordinate subcontractors, hired plant, temporary works and project resources to support operational continuity and successful project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships, providing regular project updates, supporting Management of Change processes and acting as the Project Manager's delegate when required.

About the Employer

Redpath is a leading global mining contractor with over 60 years of experience delivering safe, innovative and reliable underground mining solutions.

About the Candidate

• Degree qualifications in Mining, Civil, Mechanical or a related Engineering discipline.
• Previous experience in a Project Engineer role within underground mining, mining services, civil construction or heavy industry.
• Strong project planning, scheduling and reporting capabilities.
• Sound understanding of contract management, quality systems and risk management principles.
• Experience managing project costs, forecasts and KPI reporting.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and client relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• A demonstrated commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

• Competitive salary package
• Salary roles can add Salary Continuance and TPD Insurance
• Clear career progression pathways
• PPE provided
• Salary Sacrifice options for Superannuation and Novated car leasing
• Discounted health insurance with BUPA
• Prescription safety glasses reimbursement (up to $200)
• Employee Assistance Program - 4 free sessions annually for you and your family
• Redzone Reward Program - discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
• Service Milestone Bonuses:
  • + $3k at 5 years
  • + $10k at 10 years
  • + $15k at 15 years
  • + $20k at 20 years

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.