Project Engineer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health extras cover

Product discounts

Fitness Passport

20 weeks parental leave

Learning & development

Wellbeing support

Job summary

DuluxGroup is a leading marketer and manufacturer of premium brands, with a heritage of over 100 years and brands like Dulux, Selleys, Yates, Cabot’s, and B&D.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you’ll own capital and plant improvement projects from scoping to handover, working with site teams, contractors and suppliers to deliver practical improvements that reduce safety risks and generate cost savings.

Qualifications

• Experience scoping, leading and delivering capital or operational improvement projects.
• Strong project management skills; manage multiple priorities autonomously, on time and within budget.
• Practical, solutions-focused problem-solving; evidence of root-cause analysis and data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Own capital and plant optimisation projects from scoping through procurement, installation, commissioning and handover.
• Collaborate with site teams, contractors and suppliers to deliver improvements.
• Deliver cost savings and safety improvements while strengthening plant capability.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and data-driven decision making.

Skills

Project management

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Chemical or related engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

3D design packages

Job description

DuluxGroup is a leading marketer and manufacturer of premium brands that help people create better spaces to live and work. With a heritage of over 100 years, we’re home to trusted names like Dulux, Selleys, Yates, Cabot’s, and B&D, delivering products across paints, coatings, adhesives, garden care, and home improvement. As part of Nippon Paint Holdings, we combine global scale with strong local roots, driven by innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to our customers.

Our Group Functions cover Supply Chain, Sales Capability, Finance, People & Culture, IT & Digital, and Legal are an integral part of our Business Units that enable growth and operational excellence. They provide the insights, technology, and expertise that keep our businesses agile and future ready. Joining DuluxGroup means contributing to iconic brands, working in a collaborative culture, and enjoying opportunities for career growth and flexibility.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you’ll take ownership of multiple capital and plant optimisation projects from scoping and design through to engineering procurement, installation, commissioning and operational handover. Working closely with site teams, contractors and suppliers, you’ll deliver practical improvements that reduce safety risks, generate cost savings and strengthen plant capability. You’ll be empowered to solve complex problems, lead continuous improvement and manage projects as if they were your own business, while contributing to a people-focused culture where ideas, collaboration and growth are encouraged.

• Up to $1,000 net annually to cover private health extras gap costs
• Exclusive discounts on DuluxGroup products and partner offers
• Stay active anytime, anywhere through our partnership with Fitness Passport
• 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) and 2 weeks partner leave from day one
• Market leading learning, development and career pathways
• Access to our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP support

What We’re Looking for:

• Demonstrated experience scoping, leading and delivering capital or operational improvement projects within manufacturing, process operations or a similar industrial environment.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities autonomously and deliver projects safely, on time and within budget.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to problem‑solving, supported by experience in root cause analysis, continuous improvement and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Clear communication and influencing skills, strong attention to detail, proficiency in AutoCAD and the ability to interpret and modify technical drawings. Experience with 3D design packages is desirable.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Chemical or a related engineering discipline, supported by at least 2 to 5 years of relevant post‑graduate experience.
• Strong ability to compile scope of works and manage suppliers, contractors and consultants to achieve required capital project scopes on time and on budget.

Why Join Us?

Progressing your career with the DuluxGroup means being part of a network of 8000 employees globally who believe in our purpose to ‘Imagine a Better Place’

With origins dating back to 1918, we are a leading marketer and manufacturer of iconic brands such as Dulux, Selleys, Cabots, Yates and B&D to name a few.

By joining us, you will be a part of a long‑term strategy to deliver profitable growth through brand leadership, innovation and customer intimacy. We are committed to internal mobility and growth while fostering an inclusive culture with flexible work options.

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