Engineering Manager

Ausenco; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement

Work life balance

Wellness programs

Accessible leadership

Job summary

Ausenco in Adelaide seeks an Engineering Manager to lead design and engineering across mineral processing projects. You will oversee conceptual design, feasibility studies and detailed engineering for Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical and Instrumentation, ensuring technical excellence.

You will manage a multidisciplinary team, provide mentorship, drive safety and regulatory compliance, sign-off project deliverables, and collaborate with Directors and clients to deliver

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Civil/Structural/Electrical).
• Extensive discipline engineering experience in industrial process/mineral processing EPCM with leadership.
• Strong technical expertise in mineral processing principles, technologies and equipment.
• Proven track record in managing complex engineering projects from concept to completion with emphasis on safety, quality and client satisfaction.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills for team and client collaboration.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, industry standards and best practices.
• Commitment to professional development and staying updated with industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee engineering and design aspects of mineral processing projects (conceptual design, feasibility and detailed engineering).
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers with technical guidance and mentorship.
• Be responsible for technical approval and sign-off of engineering and design.
• Collaborate with Director, Engineering and functional managers to ensure technical and schedule success.
• Collaborate with clients to understand requirements, develop scopes and deliver tailored solutions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and health, safety and environmental policies.
• Foster continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team to promote innovation and excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Health & safety culture

Stakeholder management

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Civil/Structural/Electrical)

Tools

PM software

Job description

Due to significant growth within Ausenco’s APAC Africa business, we are expanding our offices into South Australia. Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Due to recent project wins, we are seeking Engineering Manager (Design Manager) to join our team in Adelaide.

About The Role

• Manage and oversee engineering and design aspects of mineral processing engineering projects, including conceptual design, feasibility studies and detailed engineering for the disciplines of Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical and Instrumentation.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers, primarily providing technical expertise as well as guidance and mentorship to ensure project objectives are met.
• Be responsible for technical approval and sign-off of the project’s engineering and design.
• Collaborate with Director, Engineering and the Functional Managers (Mechanical / Civil / Structural / Electrical and Instrumentation) to ensure positive project outcomes from a technical and schedule perspective.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their requirements, develop project scopes, and deliver customized solutions that meet or exceed expectations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies, with a strong focus on health, safety, and environmental stewardship.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team, promoting innovation, excellence, and professional development.

About You

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Civil/Structural/Electrical)
• Extensive experience with discipline engineering within an industrial process and/or mineral processing EPCM environment, with proven experience in a leadership role.
• Strong technical expertise in mineral processing principles, technologies, and equipment.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex engineering projects from concept to completion, with a focus on safety, technical quality, and client satisfaction.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively manage teams and collaborate with clients and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with a strong emphasis on planning, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices.
• Commitment to professional development and staying abreast of industry trends and advancements.

Why Ausenco?

We Support Individual Growth And Aim To Allow You To Work In a Way That Plays To Your Strengths. In Addition To a Competitive Remuneration Package, We Offer

• Career advancement - Be supported in your ongoing development with technical training, mentoring programs and frequent networking opportunities.
• Work Life Balance – Be empowered to enjoy your life outside of the office with flexible working hours, work from home arrangements and modern leave policies including paid parental leave and floating public holiday programs.
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access confidential services as a courtesy of Ausenco including online health and fitness programs, financial coaching, and confidential counselling services.
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable market leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Join us and work a better way.