Process Engineer

GFG Alliance; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Nib Health Insurance discounts

Employee discounts across brands

Job summary

InfraBuild in Newcastle is seeking a Process Engineer to lead and support quality and process improvement projects across Rod Mill operations, working with Operations, Maintenance and Technical teams.

You will analyse production data, identify trends and root causes, implement corrective actions, and drive safe, reliable and efficient production while ensuring safety, environmental, and quality standards within a fast-paced heavy manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, metallurgy or mechanical engineering.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience in heavy manufacturing, steel manufacturing, or similar industrial environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, quality and plant performance systems, standards and equipment are controlled.
• Develop understanding of plant operations with frontline teams to identify improvements.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance and technical teams to implement process improvements.
• Develop, maintain and improve process control systems, procedures and operating standards.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies and optimization opportunities; conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, quality and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Heavy manufacturing

Steel manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Safety awareness

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Metallurgy or Mechanical engineering

Job description

Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our InfraBuild business.

Reporting to theRod Mill Technical and Warehouse Superintendent and based at our Newcastle site.

As a Process Engineer, you will lead and support quality and process improvement projects across Rod Mill operations, working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Technical teams, Suppliers, and Leadership.

You will identify improvement opportunities, resolve complex process challenges, and contribute to safe, reliable, and efficient production outcomes.

What you will be doing:

• Ensuring that the systems, standards, and equipment related to safety, quality and plant performance are under control
• Develop a deep understanding of plant operations by working closely with frontline teams to identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and technical teams to implement process improvements and solve operational challenges.
• Develop, maintain, and improve process control systems, procedures, and operating standards.
• Analyze production and process data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and optimization opportunities.Conduct root cause investigations for process deviations and establish effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory requirements.

You will be rewarded with:

• Genuine career progression and development opportunities
• Ongoing learning, mentoring, and technical support.
• A supportive, collaborative and close-knit team environment

Primary Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:

• Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies)
• Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
• Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Metallurgy or Mechanical engineering
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience in heavy manufacturing, steel manufacturing, or similar industrial environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work collaboratively to identify opportunities and improve processes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and stakeholders.
• A proactive, team-oriented approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• A commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.

• Work with a greater purpose - join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.
• Work well, live better – experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.
• Build their own future – grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.

About us

InfraBuild manufactures steel using recycled scrap through our electric arc furnace network in Victoria and New South Wales.

Our integrated model, from recycling to rolling, supports consistent quality, supply reliability and the development of lower embodied carbon steel solutions for Australia’s construction industry.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Your diversity helps us create more sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia’s future.

We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.