Lead Engineer Projects

Whitehaven Coal Limited; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO from Brisbane

DIDO and local residential options

Competitive salary with living-benefit

26 weeks paid parental leave

$4,000 employee referral bonus

Employee discounts

Professional coaching and development

Job summary

Whitehaven Coal Limited is seeking an experienced Engineering Lead - Projects to oversee a diverse portfolio of multidisciplinary mining projects at the Daunoa operation. You will provide strategic leadership, governance and technical oversight from concept through to execution, guiding a team of Project Managers and engineers to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes.

You will work with operational leaders, contractors and stakeholders to drive safety, cost control, schedule adherence and value

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering (or related discipline).
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary projects in mining.
• Strong leadership and contractor management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of Project Managers and engineers.
• Oversee delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects from concept to handover.
• Provide strategic direction on planning, budgeting, scheduling and execution to meet objectives.
• Drive governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement across projects.
• Ensure safety, environmental and statutory compliance while pursuing continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Engineering degree

S123 and G2 competencies

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

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Whitehaven is a leading player in Australia’s coal mining industry. With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.

About Daunia Mine:

Daunia mine is a high performing operation in Queensland's Bowen Basin, producing premium metallurgical coal for global export since 2013. Located southeast of Moranbah and neighbouring Whitehaven's Winchester South project, Daunoa is equipped with world class infrastructure and autonomous haulage technology, enabling safe and efficient operations.

What truly sets Daunoa apart is its people. We’re proud to foster a supportive, collaborative culture that values everyone’s contributions, encourages personal growth, and focuses on safety. At Daunoa, our team doesn’t just work together, they build each other up, creating an environment where skills, ideas, and passion for the work we do thrives.

About The Role:

Whitehaven is seeking an experienced and results-driven Engineering Lead - Projects to join our Daunoa operation and oversee the delivery of a diverse portfolio of multidisciplinary projects that support operational success.

Reporting to the Superintendent - Engineering & Technology, you’ll provide strategic leadership, technical oversight and project governance across the full project lifecycle, from concept through to execution and handover. Leading a team of Project Managers and project professionals, you’ll work closely with operational leaders, engineering teams, contractors and key stakeholders to deliver safe, high-quality outcomes while driving performance across safety, cost, schedule and value creation.

What You'll Do:

• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of Project Managers and engineering professionals.
• Oversee the planning and delivery of a diverse portfolio of multidisciplinary projects from concept through to handover.
• Provide strategic direction across project planning, budgeting, scheduling and execution to achieve business objectives.
• Drive strong project governance, risk management, contractor performance and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in compliance with all environmental, statutory and operational requirements, while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

What You’ll Bring:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering (or a related discipline), with S123 and G2 competencies and experience in an operational mining environment.
• Proven success leading and delivering complex multidisciplinary projects within the mining industry.
• Strong leadership experience managing project teams and contractor workforces to achieve safe, high-quality outcomes.
• Sound commercial acumen, including contract administration, budget management and project controls.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills, with a track record of delivering projects safely, on time and within budget while driving continuous improvement.

Why Whitehaven?

• FIFO from Brisbane plus DIDO and local residential options available.
• Enjoy a competitive salary package with salary-sacrificing options, including local living benefits and novated leases.
• Access generous benefits such as 26 weeks paid parental leave and a $4,000 employee referral bonus.
• Take advantage of a wide range of employee discounts on groceries, fuel, fashion, entertainment, and more.
• Grow your career with ongoing development opportunities, mentorship, and professional coaching.

Whitehaven is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.

Whitehaven Coal acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this land, recognising their connection to land, waters, and community.We pay our respects to Australia’s First Peoples, and to their Elders past and present.