Engineering Manager - Ag Chemicals

Nutrien Ag Solutions; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nutrien Day leave

Gender-neutral parental leave

Salary sacrifice options

Incentive programs

Job summary

Nutrien Laverton is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead the site’s engineering and project management. You will drive CAPEX initiatives, ensure safe plant operation, and manage maintenance activities to keep the Laverton facility running reliably.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager – East Coast, you will own the SAP maintenance system, coordinate with suppliers, and mentor a maintenance team. A degree in mechanical engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• 5+ years in a mechanical engineering role in AU/NZ.
• Experience supervising a team.
• SAP experience and advanced MS Word/Excel skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and safety‑first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead CAPEX and project initiatives, including installation/commissioning of new equipment.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis and troubleshoot technical issues to minimize downtime.
• Support maintenance with regular inspections and preventive/reactive maintenance.
• Champions continuous improvement across equipment, production efficiency, OEE, downtime and reliability.
• Manage engineering suppliers and contractors for project activities.
• Collaborate with Site Management to align engineering with operational goals; assist with audits.
• Own the maintenance management system (SAP) and keep docs/SOPs/training records up to date.
• Ensure all engineering activities meet OH&S and hazardous substances requirements.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Team supervision

SAP

MS Word & Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

If you want a career that makes a difference, come work with us at Nutrien, where your purpose every day is real and impactful - Going Further for Australian farmers.

We’re a local employer with a local heartbeat, backed by global resources. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first; We act with integrity; We are stronger together; We deliver with excellence.

What you’ll do:

Loveland Agri Products, Nutrien’s proprietary brand, supports Australian agriculture with plant nutrition, crop protection, adjuvant and seed treatment products. Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager – East Coast, you’ll be responsible for the overall engineering and project management of our Laverton manufacturing facility, delivering projects and improvements that keep the plant running safely and efficiently.

Lead and deliver CAPEX and project initiatives, including the installation and commissioning of new equipment

Lead Root Cause Analysis and help troubleshoot technical issues, responding quickly and safely to equipment failures and emergencies

Support maintenance with regular inspections, preventive and reactive maintenance and servicing of plant equipment to reduce downtime

Champion continuous improvement across plant equipment, production efficiency, OEE, downtime and reliability

Manage engineering suppliers and contractors for project activities

Work closely with the Site Management team to align engineering and maintenance with operational goals, and assist the Manufacturing Manager with audits

Take full ownership of our maintenance management system (SAP) and keep engineering documents, SOPs, manuals and training records up to date

Ensure all engineering activities meet OH&S and hazardous substances requirements

What you’ll bring:

A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar qualification

5+ years’ experience in the same or a similar mechanical engineering role in Australia or New Zealand

Proven experience supervising a team

SAP experience and advanced Microsoft Word and Excel skills

Great problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Strong communication skills and a safety-first work ethic

Highly regarded:

chemical manufacturing experience, fabrication and hot works experience, inventory management skills, a forklift licence and EWP Yellow Card

What you’ll get:

Purpose-Driven Work – Make an impact as part of a global team supporting agriculture and going further for Australian farmers.

Competitive Pay & Benefits – Enjoy a competitive pay and benefits package, an extra day of leave (Nutrien Day), gender-neutral parental leave, salary sacrifice options, and more.

Performance-Based Rewards – Eligible roles participate in incentive programs that recognize individual and business contributions.

Grow Your Career – Develop through on-the-job learning, mentoring opportunities, structured development programs, and support for further education.

Support When it Matters – Access Employee Assistance Programs, help finding general practitioners (GPs), and other resources designed to support you and your family's health and wellbeing.

Thrive in a Strong Culture – Our core values shape how we work: putting safety first, acting with integrity, being stronger together and delivering excellence.

Please note that benefits packages may be different depending on employment status and location. For more information about our employee benefits and wellbeing programs, visit our Benefits page.

At Nutrien, we’re committed to Feeding the Future. As a global leader in agriculture, we go further for Australian farmers, and we believe our people are our greatest asset! Join a purpose-driven organisation where your work directly supports sustainable farming and food production.

To find out more about Nutrien, go to our Careers Website or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes applicants of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. This role will remain posted until filled, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly; others will be notified via email at the end of the recruitment process. To be considered, applicants must have unrestricted, ongoing working rights in Australia and may be required to complete pre-employment background checks. Please note that unsolicited CVs will not be accepted, and Nutrien is not liable for any received.

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact us on *******@nutrien.com.au.

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