Mechanical Project Lead

NES Fircroft; Kynuna; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Lead for a major mining operation in North West Queensland. The role focuses on front-end loading, project development and delivery of mechanical capital projects, across the full lifecycle.

You will lead mechanical projects from early planning through execution, providing technical input while managing scope, cost, schedule and risk, working with operations, maintenance and contractors to ensure safe, compliant delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience leading mechanical capital projects from concept to delivery.
• Strong background in mining, resources or heavy industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical capital projects through concept, feasibility, front-end loading, design and execution.
• Provide mechanical engineering expertise across project development and delivery.
• Manage project scope, schedule, cost, risk and quality.
• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules and execution strategies.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering and contractors.

Skills

Project leadership

Mechanical engineering

Stakeholder management

Project management

Front-end loading

Education

Mechanical engineering degree

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Lead to join the Capital Works team of a major mining operation in North West Queensland.

The role will suit an experienced Mechanical Project Lead or Senior Mechanical Project Engineer who is comfortable working across the full project lifecycle, with a strong focus on front-end loading, project development and delivery of mechanical capital projects.

The Role

Working within the Capital Works team, you will be responsible for leading mechanical projects from the early planning and development stages through to execution and completion.

The portfolio will cover a range of mechanical capital works across the mining operation, requiring someone who can provide strong technical engineering input while also managing the wider project delivery requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical capital projects through concept, feasibility, front-end loading, design and execution.
• Provide mechanical engineering expertise across project development and delivery.
• Manage project scope, schedule, cost, risk and quality.
• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules and execution strategies.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, contractors and other key stakeholders.
• Manage contractors and support procurement and construction activities.
• Provide technical oversight throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify project risks and develop practical solutions to ensure successful delivery.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely and in line with site standards and engineering requirements.
• Support commissioning, handover and close-out of completed projects.

About You

We are looking for a Mechanical Project Lead with a strong mining background and proven experience delivering capital projects in an operational environment.

Ideally, you will have:

• Mechanical Engineering qualifications.
• Strong mechanical engineering experience within mining, resources or heavy industry.
• Previous experience working within an open-pit mining environment.
• Proven experience leading and delivering mechanical capital works projects.
• Strong understanding of front-end loading, project development and project execution.
• Previous project management experience, with the ability to manage scope, cost, schedule and risk.
• Experience working with operations, maintenance, engineering and contractor teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• A practical approach to project delivery, with the ability to work through technical and operational challenges.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.